Land Development Manager - Meritage Homes Corporation

The Land Development Manager in Austin, TX is responsible for overseeing development projects from pre-acquisition through closeout to ensure communities are delivered on budget and schedule.

• Assist in development-related due diligence items for potential acquisitions, including preparation of budgets, schedules, and reviewing construction drawings
• Value engineer plans during due diligence phase and as project develops
• Provide detailed cost analysis and schedules for projects
• Create bid packages for consultants and trade partners
• Negotiate projects with consultants and trade partners to achieve most economical and efficient outcome
• Provide detailed bid analysis, in order to award contract
• Work with local, state, and federal jurisdictions to receive necessary permits for development
• Present community information to internal and external groups
• Manage consultants, trade partners, governmental agencies, utility providers and others to keep projects on time and budget
• Oversee development budgets and cash flows from project conception to closing for accountability and accuracy
• Develop and implement systems/processes that will improve operational quality and efficiency

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar field
• 5+ years development experience
• Experience with production homebuilder or master developer (preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications with advanced skills in Excel
• Familiarity with AutoCAD

Are you looking for an incredible career opportunity? Then Meritage Homes is the place for you!  From the homes we build to the careers we offer; we believe in quality.   Meritage Homes is the ENERGY STAR® Partner of The Year in Sustained Excellence for being a leader in protecting the environment and advancing energy efficiency in homebuilding. We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as being a part of an organization that helps people live happier, healthier lives.  With over 100,000 homes built, Meritage Homes is looking for professionals who are self-starters and want to help our organization grow by providing new and innovative ideas. 

When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including:

• A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level
• An organization that lives by its core values everyday
• Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital asset
• State of the art technology to provide an optimal working environment
• A competitive pay structure
• Strong benefits
• Flexibility in work-life integration
• Team-oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the company
• Opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization
• Maintain a competitive drive to be the best

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