Land Project Manager
OverviewDrees Homes is a family-owned home building company with a passion for making custom homes easy. For over 95 years, we have taken care of our employees and our customers. It's why we rank as the 19th largest privately-owned builder in the country and have a track record of long-tenured employees. We're proud of being named a 2023, 2024 and 2025 U.S. Best Managed Company, a program sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, and we've been officially certified as a Great Place to Work in 2023, 2024 and 2025. Enrich your career at a company that values integrity, excellence, opportunity, stability and success.Headquartered in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, Drees has operations in twelve metropolitan areas: Greater Cincinnati and Cleveland, Ohio; Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas; Indianapolis, Indiana; Jacksonville, Florida; Nashville, Tennessee; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Washington, DC.Responsibilities/QualificationsNational homebuilder with a superb reputation as a leader and innovator in the industry is seeking a Land Project Manager for our Midwest Land Division.This position is responsible for conducting and managing the bidding, budgeting, contracting, engineering, permit processing, scheduling and, site development in order to deliver finished lots on time and within budget. A Land Project Manager supports the acquisition, planning, and engineering of new ground for development.If you are independent while adhering to structure, have a desire to learn the business and have an outgoing and optimistic personality, this may be the opportunity you've been looking for.Duties and Responsibilities:Generate land development and home construction schedulesReview the construction drawings and provide input to the Development ManagerManage land development field operations and act as a liaison between the field and corporate officesManage and meet with all active civil and geotechnical engineers and active consultantsCoordinate placement, delivery and furnishing of construction trailersInterface and manage issues relating to city/county Planning, Public Works, Engineering and Buildings departments as well as issues raised by neighboring property ownersOversee construction of entry monuments, landscaping and amenitiesPrepare and review various reportsKnowledge and Skills:Highly motivated and self-managedExcellent problem solving ability to handle complex situationsHigh results orientation; good personal and professional judgmentTeam player who enjoys collaborating with various land development professionalsTakes ownership of job responsibilitiesAdaptable and capable of adjusting strategiesStrong verbal and written communication skills to interact with county officials and maintain a professional demeanorAbility to understand site development plansStrong computer skills including MS Office, Word and ExcelRequirements:Bachelor's degree in related field preferredPrevious land development experience from ground breaking through paving streets, or other related experienceStrong background in project managementExperience in engineering and/or land developmentFamiliarity with regulatory process and a demonstrated ability to navigate the process, a plusExcellent communication skillsThe typical schedule of this position will be Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM, plus additional hours as necessary.Premier Benefits to Support YOU:We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:Medical, dental and visionLife, AD&D, and critical illness insuranceWellness rewards401(k) savings planProfit SharingPaid time off increasing with tenureTuition reimbursementLong and short disability and Parental leaveEmployee discount program on the purchase of a Drees HomeEmployee Assistance Program and much more!Ready to build the future with us? Apply now and bring your expertise to a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in land development.SummaryEqual Opportunity Employer / Drug-Free Work PlaceTo learn more about Drees Homes, please visit our website www.dreeshomes.com.