Director of Corporate Land Entitlements and Development - CareerArc

Title: Director of Corporate Land Entitlements and Development

Description: At Stanley Martin Homes, we believe our team makes the difference in everything we do. That's why we live by our four values:

1. Our Team Makes the Difference: Succeed with knowledgeable, driven, and dedicated people working together.
2. We Are Homebuyer Focused: Keep our customers and their satisfaction central to all that we do.
3. We Have a Passion for Excellence: Strive to keep improving with our focus on the Stanley Martin Way.
4. 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:

1. Reviews Division land acquisition projects in feasibility as it relates to entitlement and development details. This may include reviewing land due diligence checklists, preliminary and site construction plans, and land development budgets, to ensure that proper planning details and costs are being controlled by teams.
2. 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.
3. Assist Division teams as needed with proper land development general contractor scoping, bidding, negotiating and contracting best practices.
4. Confirm Division Teams control project management best practices regarding consultant and contractor schedules, as well as helping to ensure teams are conducting regular progress meetings during design and construction to ensure new neighborhoods are delivered on time.
5. Actively participates and collaborates with Corporate Finance and Corporate Accounting, and as needed by Division teams, to review Division land development budgets quarterly in accordance with company policies.
6. Assists in land reporting to provide leadership with data to make informed decisions on SMH's land processes.
7. Works in tandem with the Corporate Field Operations team to ensure the overall safety program, policies, and procedures of the company are being followed. Attends and may lead monthly Corporate safety meetings.
8. Ensures Company compliance with all OSHA, DOT, SWPPP and any other applicable state and federal agencies and recommends best management practices when and where applicable.
9. Complete all other duties as assigned by manager.
10. Represent the company professionally in all internal and external interactions and communications.
11. Adhere to company safety standards and help promote a safe working environment.
12. Adhere to and promote the Mission, Vision, and Values of Stanley Martin.

Position Standards:

1. Team player
2. Willingness to let others lead as their strengths permit
3. Attention to detail
4. Organizational skills
5. Positive attitude
6. Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

Position Requirements:

1. College degree preferred, minimum 15 plus years of relevant planning, design and construction experience, minimum 10 plus years of residential development experience.
2. Strong experience in leading or being a part of land acquisition feasibility studies, land planning, engineering and entitlement processes, and land development services for residential homebuilders.
3. Skilled in scoping, bidding, negotiating, and contracting general contractors.
4. Experienced in risk management from a land development perspective.
5. Proven results in project management and scheduling.
6. Skilled in knowing how to develop working relationships, both internally and externally.
7. General understanding of finance, accounting and legal processes.
8. Proficiency and understanding of general technology, spreadsheets and Microsoft software systems.

What's In It For Me:

1. Access to competitively priced, high-quality health care options through Aetna, MetLife and VSP, along with employer-paid ST and LT disability, basic life and AD&D insurance (including employee-paid and Aflac supplemental options).
2. Plan for the future by investing in a 401(K), with up to $5K employer match, invest even more with our Health Savings Account (HSA).
3. Put your family first with benefits, including 2 weeks of paid parental leave and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for dependent care.
4. 12 weeks of paid maternity leave through our Short-Term Disability Plan.
5. Receive well-rounded wellness benefits, including access paid annual subscription to Calm, free and low-cost mental health resources and support services through our Employee Assistance Program.
6. Continue your education with tuition and certification reimbursement.
7. Rest and relax with 15 days of vacation (increases with tenure) and 6 days of paid sick leave.
8. Protect yourself from identity theft or travel mishaps with our no-cost coverage.
9. Receive great discounts on buying a Stanley Martin home and discounts with our partners in mortgage and title services as well as cell phone service through Verizon.
10. Get access to your paycheck early with an advanced pay option through Dayforce Wallet.
11. Support local charities that are important to you through our Giving Back Program; with up to $250 match, 8 hours leave and more.

Stanley Martin was founded in 1966 in the Maryland suburbs outside of Washington, D.C. Early on, we began innovating with fresh new designs and quickly expanded our portfolio of homes to include various sizes and townhomes as well. Our innovative designs, commitment to quality and strong customer service quickly led to significant growth.

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