Land Administration Manager jobs in Lynchburg, VA

About us: Southern Development Homes is a local and privately owned homebuilder that has been building homes and creating communities in and around Charlottesville for over 22 years. We are proud of the relationships we have cultivated while building quality and sustainable new homes for more than 1,400 local families. At Southern Development Homes, we stand behind the values of hard work, dependability, accountability and having a lot of fun while doing it all!

We are currently seeking a Land Development Field Manager to work on our Development team. This position is responsible for project management duties on multiple concurrent projects through engineering and construction-related facets of design, development, and infrastructure installation through completion. This position may also assist in evaluating potential land acquisitions. The Development Group works very closely as a team and this position will be an integral part of that team, with daily interactions and varied duties depending on team workflow.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist with evaluation of potential land acquisitions, including feasibility studies and potential construction phasing/scheduling.
• Coordinate with third-party engineers.
• Assist with the site design process in close coordination with the Planner and other members of the Development Team.
• Perform Quality Assurance/Quality Control for site infrastructure installation.
• Thoroughly document construction progress and compliance with plans and contracts.
• Make stormwater and erosion control facility assessments and make improvement/maintenance recommendations.
• Assist with solicitation of bids from professional contractors and oversee subcontractor work throughout development, in conjunction with Vice President.
• Manage field crews and contractors to ensure quality control and compliance.
• Responsible for making sure plans align with needs and contracts.
• Ensure compliance and support for code interpretations for County/State/Federal codes, regulations, and laws.
• Manage the road, utility, and other infrastructure punch list and acceptance process. Perform bonding inspections and assist in coordination of reductions and releases with relevant agencies.
• Assist Vice President with project budgeting.
• Maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public and deal with public relations courteously and tactfully.

Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of 5 years experience preferred working directly in project management, risk management, engineering, site infrastructure construction, homebuilding, and/or local or state government. Familiarity with Charlottesville area land development processes and regulators is a plus. Attention to detail with excellent organizational skills and a high level of analytical thinking is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Charlottesville, VA 22911: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person