Company Overview:

Ashton Woods is more than just a home builder. From the sale of our first home in 1989 to recently being named Builder of the Year by Builder Magazine, our focus has always been on blazing new trails and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in homebuilding. Ashton Woods, the #1 private home builder in the United States, markets its homes through its two award-winning brands, Ashton Woods and Starlight Homes. The Ashton Woods brand is known for designing thoughtfully curated, inspired homes for people who love design. The company’s commitment to innovation and continually evolving to meet the needs of the market is a key reason we are one of the most celebrated homebuilders in the nation. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Ashton Woods sells new homes in; Atlanta, Austin, Charleston, Dallas, Houston, Nashville, Orlando, Phoenix, Raleigh, San Antonio and Tampa.

Position Profile:

The Land Development Manager will manage the development and construction of in-house development projects, monitor construction of developed lot projects and manage the construction of all amenity and common area elements.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the commitments of the division business plan are achieved by delivering finished lots on time within the approved land budget.
• Manage land development schedules and budgets. Ensure projects are complete, on-time and on-budget.
• Work with local government officials in acquiring final approvals for land disturbance permits, plats and maintenance bonds.
• Ensure smooth working relationship between government inspectors, contractors, surveyors and quality control professionals.
• Monitor and manage the daily progress of development contractors.
• Schedule development construction activities to meet the overall project schedule.
• Assist in the management and oversight of the construction of amenity areas, entrance concepts, and common area improvements.
• Manage and coordinate end of maintenance and community close out to ensure timely bond release.
• Represent the Division in the contractor/local government/homeowner community with a high level of integrity, honesty, and competence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business or related degree; or equivalent years of experience in land construction management with production builder.
• At least two (2) years of experience managing the land development process (e.g. budgeting, clearing, grading, pipe installation (sewer, storm and water), curb and paving and erosion control).
• Experience in understanding government and industry specifications for land development construction.
• Experience with MS Office products (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point) and ability to learn new programs.