Director of Corporate Land Entitlements and Development

Company: CareerArc
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: April 13, 2025

Job Description:

Title: Director of Corporate Land Entitlements and DevelopmentDescription: At Stanley Martin Homes, we believe our team makes the difference in everything we do. That's why we live by our four values:

• Our Team Makes the Difference: Succeed with knowledgeable, driven, and dedicated people working together.
• We Are Homebuyer Focused: Keep our customers and their satisfaction central to all that we do.
• We Have a Passion for Excellence: Strive to keep improving with our focus on the Stanley Martin Way.
• We Do the Right Thing: Act with the highest standards of integrity, every day.Stanley Martin Homes was ranked #12 Largest Private Company in the Greater Washington area by the Washington Business Journal. This achievement highlights Stanley Martin's growth and success as well as its commitment to its team members and company culture.The Director of Corporate Land Entitlement and Development's main goal is to support each Division's entitlement and/or development team in achieving the goals that are set for them by the Company. The Director will use their experience to work with teams to collaboratively implement Stanley Martin Way processes and policies. The Director will be expected to occasionally travel to the Divisions to meet with teams in person and visit project sites to review details and best practices.Responsibilities and Duties:
• Reviews Division land acquisition projects in feasibility as it relates to entitlement and development details.
• Analyze projects and assist Division teams through the suggestion of value engineering solutions surrounding site grading schemes, dirt balance, retaining walls, wet and dry utility design and construction, etc.
• Assist Division teams as needed with proper land development general contractor scoping, bidding, negotiating and contracting best practices.
• Confirm Division Teams control project management best practices regarding consultant and contractor schedules.
• Actively participates and collaborates with Corporate Finance and Corporate Accounting to review Division land development budgets quarterly.
• Assists in land reporting to provide leadership with data to make informed decisions on SMH's land processes.
• Works in tandem with the Corporate Field Operations team to ensure the overall safety program, policies, and procedures of the company are being followed.
• Ensures Company compliance with all OSHA, DOT, SWPPP and any other applicable state and federal agencies.
• Complete all other duties as assigned by manager.
• Represent the company professionally in all internal and external interactions and communications.
• Adhere to company safety standards and help promote a safe working environment.
• Adhere to and promote the Mission, Vision, and Values of Stanley Martin.Position Standards:
• Team player
• Willingness to let others lead as their strengths permit
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Positive attitude
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)Position Requirements:
• College degree preferred, minimum 15 plus years of relevant planning, design and construction experience, minimum 10 plus years of residential development experience.
• Strong experience in leading or being a part of land acquisition feasibility studies, land planning, engineering and entitlement processes.
• Skilled in scoping, bidding, negotiating, and contracting general contractors.
• Experienced in risk management from a land development perspective.
• Proven results in project management and scheduling.
• Skilled in knowing how to develop working relationships, both internally and externally.
• General understanding of finance, accounting and legal processes.
• Proficiency and understanding of general technology, spreadsheets and Microsoft software systems.What's In It For Me:
• Access to competitively priced, high-quality health care options through Aetna, MetLife and VSP.
• Plan for the future by investing in a 401(K), with up to $5K employer match.
• Put your family first with benefits, including 2 weeks of paid parental leave.
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave through our Short-Term Disability Plan.
• Receive well-rounded wellness benefits, including access paid annual subscription to Calm.
• Continue your education with tuition and certification reimbursement.
• Rest and relax with 15 days of vacation and 6 days of paid sick leave.
• Protect yourself from identity theft or travel mishaps with our no-cost coverage.
• Receive great discounts on buying a Stanley Martin home.
• Get access to your paycheck early with an advanced pay option through Dayforce Wallet.
• Support local charities that are important to you through our Giving Back Program.To hear from our current team members about why they love working at Stanley Martin, click here. #StanleyMartinHomes #Nexxt Apply Now
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