Director/VP of Land Development

BREAK GROUND ON A REWARDING CAREER WITH US!

At MDC Holdings, Inc./Richmond American Homes, we encourage a company culture that promotes professionalism, teamwork, health & wellness and work-life balance. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for success, consider building a career with us. We're proud to be one of the most established builders in the industry, with over 45 years of experience and 250,000+ homes to our credit.

We also take great pride in being a member of Sekisui House, a global leader in homebuilding. This impressive, 60+ year old company has built over 2.6 million new homes designed to reflect and adapt to the changing needs of today's homebuyers. Drawing on Sekisui House's unparalleled history and superior service, we commit ourselves to a future where people around the world can live joyful lives in homes that are safe, secure, stylish and comfortable.

Position Summary

We are seeking a qualified Director/Vice President of Land Development to join our Southern California division. This position is responsible for all Land Development functions including overseeing municipal entitlements, bidding, budgeting, scheduling and coordinating all phases of pre-construction. (The title of the position will be determined based on the experience level of the selected candidate.)

Responsibilities

Leads, develops and mentors Land Development staff; acts as the primary interface with internal and external stakeholders on all land development topics
• Maintain continuous contact with field staff and provide technical and practical training and support to facilitate career growth
• Assist Land Acquisition and Forward Planning staff in the division's land acquisition and due diligence efforts, including resolution of development issues and preparation of detailed land development budgets and timelines
• Provide input to Forward Planning staff and consultant teams on value engineering opportunities and constructability considerations during improvement plan development
• Directs Land Development staff in the preparation of scopes of work, bid packages, contracts, addendums and change orders for subdivision improvements
• Evaluates, qualifies and negotiates bids and awards for all land development purchasing and field work
• Collaborate with division Forward Planning and Finance staff to manage, maintain and review project budgets
• Schedule and direct all phases of land development with business plan needs in mind, i.e., early model and production phase openings
• Identify and implement alternative construction methods to expedite and streamline all functions where possible
• Conduct continuous job site management and inspections to ensure safety, quality control and schedule parameters are met
• Ensure division compliance with AQMD regulations, the General Construction Permit, all project specific SWPPP plans and Best Management Practices
• Ensure trade partners and field staff comply with all company, OSHA and CalOSHA safety requirements

Requirements

• Education: College Degree preferred and equivalent work experience.
• Experience: Requires minimum five years' experience with multiple project supervision in new home construction and offsite construction.

Skill in:

• Requires strong managerial, interpersonal, organizational, technical and decision making skills.
• Must also have basic mathematical and analytical skills. Must have ability to read and understand construction blueprints, shop drawings and site plans.
• Must be proficient in developing land development budgets, bidding, contracting, and managing land development consultants.
• Requires knowledge of proper job site safety management.

Benefits & Perks!

While we value hard work, we also recognize the importance of having fun! Our employees enjoy a collaborative environment where they can freely bounce ideas off one another and participate in exciting teambuilding activities and outings, like trips to the ballpark, holiday celebrations, regular office socials and much more.

• Positive, collaborative team culture
• Competitive compensation structure
• Comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA accounts, 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and EAP
• Time Off benefits include: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement, Jury Duty, FMLA, and Military leave
• Discounted pet insurance
• Home purchase discounts & more!

*All benefits are subject to qualification and hire dates. Not all benefits apply to commissioned sales people.

Compensation:

• Base Salary: $145,000-$175,000
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Bonus Type: Year-end Discretionary

If you are ready for more than a job and seek a career with one of the most respected organizations in a top industry then we want to hear from you. Please also visit our website at www.richmondamerican.com for more information and to apply.

MDC Holdings, Inc. / Richmond American Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-TH1 #LI-ONSITE