Land Assistant Development Manager
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Support the Project Manager in analyzing new land opportunities, performing due diligence on acquisitions, and coordinating information sharing among land development, acquisitions, and construction teams. Manage due diligence property documents, attend MUD meetings, and oversee construction of entrances, lots, and amenities by coordinating contractors and inspectors. Conduct field observations, site visits, and inspections for startups, final walkthroughs, and turnovers while assisting with permitting, insurance, and contract negotiations. Process payroll, track budgets, and ensure proper property documentation storage. Requires 1-3 years of land development experience, proficiency in Microsoft applications, and ability to travel.
Required Qualifications
- Friendly and welcoming demeanor with the ability to maintain professionalism and a strong customer-focused demeanor with demanding clientele
- Excellent time management skills, detail-orientation and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, along with advanced conflict resolution skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills and proficient in English
- Must be able to articulate needs and convey information verbally and in writing effectively with employees, customers, supervisors, and co-workers throughout the organization
- Knowledge of management methods and sound employee relations techniques with an ability to connect to staff, troubleshoot problems and help teams collaborate, as necessary
- Able to work in an equitable, inclusive, and diverse environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong decision-making skills
- Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment
- Strong relationship building, negotiation, problem solving, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Excel, Project, Word, PowerPoint
- Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times
- Periodic travel may be required
Desired Qualifications
- 1-3 years of land development/infrastructure construction experience preferred
- exposure to increasing levels of project oversight is a plus
- Land Experience preferred
- Experience as a Land Analyst
- Familiarity with MUD (Municipal Utility District)
- A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred
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