Community Development Manager

Shea Homes - Charlotte, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Charlotte, NC

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Community Development Manager at Shea Homes is responsible for overseeing land development projects, managing consultant and contractor agreements, and ensuring that all aspects of the development process align with the company's vision. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to effectively coordinate with various stakeholders and maintain project schedules and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, execute and manage consultant agreements and contractor agreements related to land development.
• Schedule and manage all land development trades via established project schedule.
• Generate and maintain overall project schedules for complete master plan development.
• Coordinate with all agencies including governing authorities, department of real estate, and utility companies regarding engineering plans and necessary approvals.
• Establish and manage development budgets.
• Maintain and update cash flow forecasts related to land development, golf course development, and vertical commercial amenity construction operations.
• Maintain allocated lot development costs and coordinate with Coordinator and Finance.
• Forecast and secure bonding/sureties as required.
• Initiate and maintain a risk management program associated with the building and development of large-scale master-planned communities.
• Manage the execution of 'The Shea Homes Vision' through project reviews with other accountable individuals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent strongly preferred.
• More than 7 years related experience and/or training in the industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of prior industry experience in land development, golf course development, or commercial construction.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Smartsheets, Bluebeam, and CAD.

Nice-to-haves

• Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly motivated and ambitious with the ability to adapt to change.
• Energetic with the ability to motivate others.
• Strong team-building skills including the ability to lead and cooperate as part of a team.
• Committed to learning, personal growth, and continual process improvement.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with competitive salary range.
• Opportunities for personal growth and development.