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Lennar · 1 month ago

Director of Land Development

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates. The Director of Land Development oversees field operations and personnel, ensuring the successful delivery of projects while managing budgets, schedules, and compliance with land use approvals.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for Bond maintenance
Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction and final certification and community turnover
Responsible for the successful delivery of new projects through use of construction schedules, contract documents, land development budgets, environmental studies, Geotechnical reports, Engineering and Architectural construction plans and permit compliance reports
This position must ensure timely and accurate design and installation of all land development improvements including but not limited to grading operations, water and sewer services, dry utilities, paving and sidewalks, hardscapes and landscape and landscape improvements to include but be limited to entrance and amenity features
Development/Entitlement Budgeting
Responsible for NPDES and SWPPP management and compliance on developments and third party lot deals
Assist management in negotiating terms and specifics of purchase and sale agreements
Provides leadership to managers to ensure coordination of project(s) between field and administration
Evaluate and monitor performance of Land Development Managers
Manage field personnel within Land Development Managers
Ensures that contractual and other commitments are kept with contractors/consultants and trade partners and that they comply with all approved policies, procedures, ethical standards, applicable laws and regulations
Establish relationships with developers, contractors, consultants and approving governing authorities
Responsible for site improvement bidding and bid selection leading to site improvement contract negotiations
Responsible for value engineering during the design process to reduce improvement costs without sacrificing quality
Exercise initiative and achieve objectives with minimal supervision
Manage entitlement process
Work with construction to ensure lots are delivered correctly to specifications. Lots delivered to construction should be as they are the client of the development department
Critically review engineering plans
Oversee and coordinate planning, permit and construction process and effectively forecast long-term schedules and budgets
Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction, final bond release and community turnover. Responsible for use of construction schedules, contract documents, land development budgets, environmental studies, Geotechnical reports, Engineering and Architectural construction plans and permit compliance reports
Plan, schedule, budget and contract for above plus common elements such as entrance features, global landscape programs, maintenance contracts and community wide utility plans
Overall material management planning and effective field operations
Negotiate utility extension agreements
Resolve issues with agencies having jurisdiction over project and region
Cash flow generation and maintenance
Ensure clear line of communication on projections of deliveries
Ensure efficient and seamless operations between LDM & Builder areas of responsibility
Support division and department goals and objectives
Interact with Sr. Management
HOA management experience a plus but not required

Qualification

Land development managementProject schedulingBudgetingContract negotiationEnvironmental studiesGeotechnical reportsEngineering plansTeam buildingCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor degree in business administration, engineering, accounting, finance or similar program, or comparable experience, required
Minimum 7 years of experience in Land development
Minimum 5 years of experience in Land development management role
Intermediate to advanced skills in computer literacy, including word-processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling and data management software
Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Must exercise initiative and achieve objectives with minimal supervision
Must be detail-oriented and a problem-solver able to deal with complex situations
Ability to handle and resolve conflict
Ability to build and motivate highly effective teams
Ability to effectively solve problems while maintaining positive team relations
Valid Driver's License and good driving record
Valid auto insurance coverage required

Preferred

HOA management experience a plus but not required

Benefits

Robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%
Paid Parental Leave
Associate Assistance Plan
Education Assistance Program
Up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance
Up to three weeks of vacation annually
Generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies
New Hire Referral Bonus Program
Significant Home Purchase Discounts
Everyone’s Included Day

Company

Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation's leading builders of quality homes for all generations.

H1B Sponsorship

Lennar has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (25)
2024 (16)
2023 (8)
2022 (6)
2021 (2)
2020 (7)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$747.2M
Key Investors
Berkshire Hathaway
2025-05-12Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2023-08-14Post Ipo Equity· $17.2M
2014-01-02Post Ipo Debt· $30M

Leadership Team

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Bruce E. Gross
CEO Lennar Financial Services
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Stuart Miller
Co-Chief Executive Officer
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