LocationHouston - 10613 W. Sam Houston Pkwy. North, Suite 200
Job DescriptionOverview:As a member of the Land team, the Development Manager will lead all aspects of land development for a master-plan community. This individual will oversee planning, design, permitting, budgeting and construction oversight, through development execution. This role will collaborate multi-functionally to drive project execution aligned with business plan goals while building foundational systems, relationships, and internal reporting standards to scale the team. This is a hands-on leadership position that requires independent decision-making, consultant oversight, careful planning, and direct engagement with jurisdictions, contractors, and internal and external partners.
Key Responsibilities:- Serves as the primary point of contact for all development activity.
- Oversee civil, landscape and amenity design packages (grading plans, drainage reports, street layouts, utility plans etc.) for constructability and cost-effectiveness
- Manage consultants and contractors across planning, design, approvals, construction, and landscaping.
- Facilitate the approval process with consultants and regulatory authorities
- Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and jurisdictions to obtain approvals of Construction Completion Certificates and Final Acceptance Certificates
- Establish lot delivery timelines and ensure seamless builder onboarding
- Provide support during bidding, contracting negotiations, and contractor section
- Monitor site conditions, contractor performance, erosion control, and project 50 sequencing.
- Actively participate in the management of community Resident's Association
- Own budget creation, execution, and ongoing management across internal infrastructure, common infrastructure, and amenities.
- Approve pay apps, negotiate pricing, and oversee financial impacts of land plan adjustments.
- Lead quarterly development cost updates and monthly financial tracking.
- Provide internal reporting on operational updates, budget variances, revenue forecasting and project milestones
- Assist with the development of the annual Business Plan, quarterly forecast reports and monthly investor updates
- Create project approval packages
- Cultivate strong partnerships with consultants, legal, MUD representatives, builders, contractors, and regulatory agencies
- Serve as the developer point of contact in HOA and MUD meetings
- Coordinate delivery readiness and schedule transparency with the HOA and builder partners
- Maintain positive and productive relationships with community-facing teams including marketing and sales teams
- Maintain and further open and knowledgeable communication with community Residents, stakeholders, and consultants
What You'll Bring: - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Planning, Business, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 5-10 years of land development experience, preferably large-scale master-planned communities.
- Experience with special taxing districts (MUDs, TIRZs, PIDs, etc.) preferred
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas preferred
- Proactive leadership skills with strong problem-solving, decision-making, organization, and relationship management skills
- Comfortable operating independently and making decisions aligned with high-level business objectives
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project tracking software (Excel, MS Project, visual aid software, Teams, etc.)
- Coach and support direct reports (if applicable) in their Development Plan and operational objectives
- Provide direction and mentorship to field staff for daily field operations along with support planning and recruitment for future team growth
What We Offer:- Competitive compensation and total rewards package
- Excellent extended medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning day 1
- 401(k) matching, vesting begins day 1
- Career development programs
- Paid Volunteer Hours
- Paid parental leave
- Family planning assistance, including IVF, surrogacy and adoption options
- Wellness and mental health resources
- Pet insurance offering
- A culture based on our values of Passion, Integrity, Community!
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