ZARRELLCO ยท 2 months ago
Director of Land Development
San Francisco
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$185K/yr - $235K/yr
8+ years expZARRELLCO is a leading residential homebuilder seeking a Director of Land Development to oversee all aspects of land planning, entitlement, and development for new communities throughout the Bay Area. This key leadership role involves driving projects from early feasibility through construction readiness while collaborating with local agencies and internal teams.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Evaluate potential sites and guide early-stage feasibility and planning analysis
Oversee entitlement strategy, timelines, and approval processes with city and county officials
Manage budgets, forecasts, and overall project financial performance
Lead and coordinate a team of consultants, engineers, and planners to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables
Partner with internal departments to ensure smooth handoff from land acquisition through construction
Oversee the setup of homeowners associations and completion of related regulatory approvals
Qualification
Required
8+ years of land development or entitlement management experience, preferably in residential or mixed-use projects
Strong understanding of local jurisdictions, permitting, and community development processes
Proven ability to manage consultants, budgets, and project schedules across multiple sites
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with public agencies and private stakeholders
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or a related field
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with over 5% company match
Company
ZARRELLCO
Led by Rob Zarrella, ZARRELLCO is an independent recruiting agency dedicated to connecting top talent with leading companies mostly in the construction industry - general contractors, subcontractors, developers, and design firms.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase