Director of Land Development at Bisnow

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Real Estate, ConstructionIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree preferably in civil engineering, building construction, construction management or equivalent experience
  • At least 7 years of experience in engineering, sitework construction, or homebuilder land development
  • Minimum of 4-5 years managing and completing land development projects for communities of 500-1200 units with amenities
  • Strong knowledge of site design, grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility design

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage all aspects of the field operations related to land development including erosion control, grading, wet utilities, dry utilities, paving, sidewalks, landscaping, hardscaping, amenities, post construction as-builts, certifications and compliance letters
  • Lead and manage land development projects from concept to completion
  • Responsible for the successful and timely delivery of new projects through use of construction schedules, contract documents, land development budgets, environmental studies, geotechnical reports, engineering and architectural construction plans and permit compliance reports
  • Establish relationships with public officials and governmental agencies, obtain entitlements and permits
  • Coordinate and provide oversight of engineers, architects, and other third-party consultants to ensure success
  • Coordinate the workflow and activities of project specific land development field operations (lot and amenity construction), including inspections
  • Assist in the creation of development budgets during the entitlement process and value engineer specific aspects of the project design
  • Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction, recording plat, final certification and community turnover
  • Coordinate and provide oversight of general contractors, surveyors and material testing personnel for all site work, grading, infrastructure installation, and final lot grading
  • Perform preliminary cut and fill analysis and quantity takeoffs
  • Management of construction contracts
  • Prepare and review engineering reports, plans, and specifications
  • Project planning, scheduling, budgeting, quantity takeoffs and cost analysis
  • Coordinate and schedule power, gas, telephone, cable companies land development activities
  • Prepare bid packages and solicit bids for infrastructure and amenity construction
  • Review project drawings for omissions/errors, functionality, efficiency, cost, and ensure accuracy of as-built drawings
  • Ensure all project sites are in compliance with regulatory agencies
  • Obtain project permits and final approvals from local jurisdictions
  • Assist in the timely reduction and/or termination of project infrastructure bonds and/or letters of credit
  • Manage SWPPP activities and compliance
  • Coordinate and execute the completion of project punch lists
  • Ensure all turnover checklist items are complete and lots are ready to be turned over to home builders
  • Update and maintain construction schedules using MS Project
  • HOA management including but not limited to quarterly meetings, budget analysis and improvements to the common open space
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills

Land Development
Erosion Control
Grading
Wet Utilities
Dry Utilities
Paving
Landscaping
Hardscaping
Entitlements
Permits
Geotechnical Reports
Engineering Plans
Architectural Plans
Construction Scheduling
Budget Management
Quality Control
Safety Management

Bisnow

News, events, and networking for real estate

About Bisnow

Bisnow provides news, events, and networking opportunities for professionals in the commercial real estate sector. It delivers industry insights through articles and reports on its online platform, while also hosting live events that facilitate networking and deal-making. Bisnow differentiates itself by focusing on major urban markets in the U.S. and generating revenue through advertising, event ticket sales, and sponsorships. The company's goal is to connect and inform commercial real estate professionals, helping them navigate the industry effectively.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
BUYOUT_LBOCompany Stage
Consulting, Real EstateIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Profit Sharing

Risks

Digital platforms may reduce attendance at Bisnow's physical events.
AI-generated content could challenge Bisnow's traditional news model.
Economic uncertainty may affect Bisnow's client base and event sponsorships.

Differentiation

Bisnow excels in providing niche commercial real estate news and insights.
Their events foster networking among key industry players in major U.S. markets.
Bisnow's platform offers unique opportunities for collaboration in real estate projects.

Upsides

Bisnow's expansion into Las Vegas taps into a dynamic real estate market.
Winning the SABEW award enhances Bisnow's credibility in business journalism.
Partnerships on D&I projects strengthen Bisnow's industry influence and reach.

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