Land Development Manager

Wakefield Development, a regional developer of single family, multifamily and build for rent real estate, is looking for a Land Development Manager to lead our and grow our Raleigh office.

Based in Raleigh, NC the Land Development Manager will focus on advancing Wakefield Development’s middle North Carolina market. Wakefield Development owns multiple development parcels that can accommodate new residential development and are actively expanding their portfolio in this market. Working collaboratively with the land acquisition and construction team, the successful candidate will take leadership and ownership for the execution of development initiatives with the goal of maximizing value creation and enhancing the sales appeal of our new communities.

• 7-10 years residential and or multifamily development experience;
• Proven track record of maximizing the operational and financial performance of development projects and of executing projects on time and within budget;
• Possess superior knowledge of all aspects of the development and entitlement processes;
• Strong project management skills, results-driven, adaptable with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines;
• Creative and innovative problem-solver;
• Possess the ability to be strategic while also being hands on to ensure proper execution of the development process;
• Strong financial acumen;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Superior interpersonal skills;
• Diplomatically assertive;
• Willingness to travel as necessary;
• Bachelor’s degree or graduate degree in real estate, business, construction, engineering, or related field.

Why should you work for Wakefield Development?

Wakefield Development, as a subsidiary of L.M. Sandler & Sons, is a family run business operating successfully in multiple markets for nearly 40 years. We have an exceptional company culture that encourages innovation and empowers team members to act as leaders by providing the opportunities, training, and tools critical to achieving a successful and meaningful career. You will receive direct communication from the executive management and ownership team, including interactive monthly lunch discussions on strategic progress.

Wakefield Development’s team of exceptional people, its financial resources, critical thinking, and unrivaled industry insight all play a role in creating real estate developments that deliver optimum benefit to our future residents and enhance the communities we serve. Please visit our website https://www.wakedevland.com/ and contact if Mike Baust at (757) 463-5145 if interested in this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Wilmington, NC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person