Director, Land Development

Since 2012, we've grown to become one of the leading single-family rental companies and homebuilders in the country, recently recognized as a top employer by Fortune and Great Place To Work®.  At AMH, our goal is to simplify the experience of leasing a home through professional management and maintenance support, so our residents can focus on what really matters to them, wherever they are in life.  The Director, Land Development is responsible for the development of residential building lots through all aspects and phases of development, including but not limited to due diligence, management of design and permitting consultants, budgeting, permitting, scheduling, on-site development, vendor management and garnering necessary municipal permits and approvals. Responsibilities: Establish, manage, and maintain accurate development schedules and budgets. Manage and communicate projected vs. actual budget reconciliation and cash flow projections to included development reimbursements releases. Proactively work to resolve issues and potential issues to keep development projects on-time and on- budget. Select and manage trade partners to execute development work to our specifications. Partner with sub-contractors to prepare and process bid packages, contracts, change orders, check requests invoices and bonds as necessary. Partner with Land Acquisition team in building accurate development budgets/executive summaries, including any future budget revisions, for new land deals to be acquired. Assist Land Acquisition team in gaining municipal approvals, identifying site issues including easements, geotechnical, permitting, and environmental concerns, and overcoming obstacles to securing new land deals. Travel between job sites in market to inspect progress, problem-solve and validate work. Continual communication to vendors, internal customers/market team, and municipal supervisors to ensure proper completion of project initiatives. Secure final tract/plat acceptance and bond releases by governing municipalities and agencies and ensure that all work follows City, County, Special Districts guidelines and codes. In addition, ensure long term success of the organization by providing a proper turnover of our communities to Property Management. Requirements: High school diploma/GED required Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Economics, Commerce, or Construction Management preferred Minimum five (5) years of experience in land development design and/or land development Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience managing direct reports Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record required Obtain a drone license from the Federal Aviation Administration (if applicable per market) OSHA 30 certification Possess working knowledge of Air Quality Regulations and Storm Water Management (SWPPP) protocols Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office and quantity take-off software Excellent planning and organizational skills Strong staffing development and appraisal skills Entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to take prudent risks Ability to interact effectively at all levels Excellent project management and analytical skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Strong customer, quality, and results orientation Ability to be an effective member of project teams Compensation The anticipated pay range/scale for this position is $112,869.00 to $155,195.00 Annually. Actual starting base pay within this range will depend on factors including geographic location, education, training, skills, and relevant experience. Additional Compensation This position is eligible to receive quarterly bonus payments. Perks and Benefits Employees have the opportunity to participate in medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts and/or health savings accounts; dependent savings accounts; 401(k) with company matching contributions; employee stock purchase plan; and a tuition reimbursement program. The Company provides 9 paid holidays per year, and, upon hire, new employees will accrue paid time off (PTO) at a rate of 0.0577 hours of PTO per hour worked, up to a maximum of 120 hours per year. CA Privacy Notice: To learn more about what information we collect when you apply for a job, and how we use that information, please see our CA Job Applicant Privacy Notice found at https://www.amh.com/ca-privacy-notice. Candidate Home Go back to search Since 2012, we’ve worked to deliver thousands of residents across the U.S. the joys of single-family living, with the flexibility of leasing and backing of our professional support. That’s why we're building a team that understands the power of community. We take care of each other, so that together we can take care of the people that make their home with us. As we expand, our team is always on the lookout for passionate and talented individuals to join us in simplifying the way America lives. Once you've had a change to explore our opportunities, we invite you to apply. You can use this portal to keep track of your applications, statuses, and receive alerts regarding any new opportunities. Thank you for your interest! At AMH, we’re redefining what it means to make a home yours. And we’re doing it with care. As a leading single-family rental company and homebuilder in the nation, we work daily to deliver an exceptional resident experience. Our goal is to make leasing a home easy, so you can focus on what really matters to you, wherever you are in life. That’s why we offer more than 60,000 single-family homes across the U.S., located in vibrant neighborhoods. Our beautiful houses are move-in ready, pet-friendly, and equipped with outdoor space and ample room for all your household’s needs. Our custom Let Yourself In® technology allows you to tour a property on your own schedule, without an agent present. And our streamlined leasing process empowers you to apply and receive a lease for signature, all online. Once you’ve moved in, we simplify your day-to-day through online customer solutions and professional maintenance support, so you can enjoy your weekends stress-free. Whether you’re looking for peace of mind, don’t want to deal with the costs of ownership, or simply want the flexibility of renting, AMH has you covered. Just ask our nearly 200,000 residents. 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Salary : $112,869 - $155,195