Land Development Manager

Lennar

Land Development Manager managing land development programs including roadway construction and public utility coordination at Lennar. Responsible for delivering timely projects and overseeing field operations.

Posted 6/21/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for managing the Division’s land development program by directing activities such as roadway construction, water and sewer installation, earthwork, landscape, irrigation activities, vertical construction and public utility coordination.
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.
Responsible for SWPPP management and compliance.
Regular review of project development budgets with Director of Development for reconciliation.

Requirements

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.
Computer literacy, including word-processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling and data management software.
Must be detail-oriented and a problem-solver able to deal with complex situations.
Valid Driver’s License and good driving record required.
Valid auto insurance coverage required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

land developmentroadway constructionwater installationsewer installationearthworklandscape designirrigationvertical constructionproject schedulingbudget analysis

Soft Skills

detail-orientedproblem-solvingcommunicationrelationship buildingteam collaborationorganizational skillsleadership

Certifications

High School DiplomaBachelor’s degree in construction managementBachelor’s degree in engineering