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Position Summary
We have an opening in Kansas City for the role of Development Manager inside the Land Development Group. This position is 100% based around development of land for new neighborhoods to include grading, utilities, roads, entryways, fencing, landscaping, erosion control, coordinating gas & electric installation, coordinating with civil engineers, and keeping our projects moving forward through constant communication and follow-up.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordination with Contractors
• Coordination with Civil Engineers
• Constant Follow-Up (Must be self-driven)
• Management of land development functions such as: Grading, Utilities, Paving, etc.
• Daily project walks and pre-construction meetings
• Coordination with franchise utility providers
• Site Inspections and weekly/daily schedule updates
• Bid review & Contractor Base Expansion
• Daily travel to multiple Kansas City metro job sites
• Additional duties as required

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience managing construction or civil engineering projects, preferably with experience in subdivision development
• Must have reliable vehicle to be utilized for daily travel
• Clean driving record
• Ability to recognize opportunities to value engineer components of the projects
• Ability to propel projects forward through tactical communication
• A self-starter / self-motivated outlook / Proactive mindset
• High level of communication skills for constant updates and follow up
• Computer skills for high volume email traffic, PDF editing, and excel spreadsheets
• Desire to get your boots dirty every day in order to truly manage and take ownership of each project's progress

Physical Demands

• Lifting up to 40 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently and frequently moving small objects.
• Frequently sitting for long periods of time
• Walking or standing occasionally
• This position works outdoors 80% of time and indoors 20%
• Must have manual use of hands and vision to use computer constantly

Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance - PPO and HDHP Options
• HSA - with eligible HDHP
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) - includes company match of up to 5%
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Adoption Assistance and Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• And More!