Land Development Manager

Salary Range

$99,360.00 - $127,305.00

WE BUILD THE COOLEST HOMES IN THE COOLEST NEIGHBORHOODS!

Thomas James Homes (TJH) is the replacement builder bringing superior design and tech-enabled simplicity to new, single-family home building. Operating in high-demand communities across Northern and Southern California, the Pacific Northwest, and Arizona, TJH offers homebuyers innovative pathways for attaining the right home, in the right neighborhood.

At Thomas James Homes, We Are Passionately Committed To

• Building your home as a sanctuary radiating with positive energy- a feeling of peace, safety and joy that speaks to your soul and reminds you that your home is your family’s private
  
  

refuge.

• Reducing the stress of urban life and Treating everyone like family. Family represents a level of empathy, transparency, and honesty that leaves transactions in the dust in favor of relationships.
  
  

What’s In It For You

• PTO Paid Holidays
• WFH Flexibility
• 401(k) matching - 100% vested
• Supplemental Life & Accident & Dismemberment
• Employee Discounts & Perks
• Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
• FSA & HSA Spending Accounts
• Referral program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Technology allowance and unlimited pantry snacks
  
  

THE ROLE: The Land Development Manager is responsible for a portfolio of projects within a division to manage the horizontal construction process to ensure that all projects are on time, on budget, meeting all safety and jurisdictional requirements, Ensures that all projects are entered into the system, kept on schedule, and updated as necessary to inform real time project status. Partners closely with the feasibility team to assist in deal review and validation.

Day In The Life

• Responsible for the successful and timely 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.
• Work closely with the Area Construction Managers and Director of Construction to deliver completed, ready-to-build home sites.
• Assist in the creation of development budgets during the entitlement process and value-engineer specific aspects of the project design.
• Develop position working relationship with jurisdictional entities all while maintaining land use and development rights.
• Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction, recording plat, final certification and community turnover.
• Oversee and manage all aspects of the field operations related to land development including erosion control, grading, wet utilities, dry utilizes, paving, sidewalks, landscaping, hardscaping, amenities, post construction as builts, certifications and compliance letters.
• HOA management including but not limited to quarterly meetings, budget analysis and improvements to the common open space.
• Responsible for bond maintenance and retrieval of all types of guaranty in use by the division.
• Work with all departments as needed to deliver amenity/recreation centers, common entry landscaping and ensure proper marketing window.
• Regular review of project development budgets with Director of Development for reconciliation.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Land Development.
  
  

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or similar program preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in land development
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record
  
  

What Will Set You a Part

• Has advanced knowledge of the homebuilding process with specific focus on land development and engineering.
• Able to read blueprints, land plans, and knowledge of how to assess fit and cost for all horizontal construction.
• Is able to work closely with engineers, consultants, and jurisdictional officials to gain permits and approvals to move forward on a site.
  
  

The compensation range for this role is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Thomas James Homes is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.