Land Development Project Coordinator

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D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest home builder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. More people choose D.R. Horton than any other builder; and as America’s Builder, we focus on providing high-quality homes designed for all. D.R. Horton also provides mortgage financing and title services for home buyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries.

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We are currently seeking a Land Development Project Coordinator for our growing Birmingham/Tuscaloosa Division. On assigned projects, this position coordinates key administrative tasks such as processing subcontractor submittals, RFIs, and preparing master subcontract agreements. The person in this role will also communicate regularly with subcontractors, vendors, and internal customers to ensure compliance with D.R. Horton standards.

Our ideal candidate has a general understanding of both construction and the components needed to develop raw land as well as demonstrated experience with purchasing and/or contract negotiation.

• Prepare and process master subcontract agreements, project specific amendments, and change order requests
• Prepare bid packages including scopes of work and contract documents files
• Manage administrative tasks such as subcontractor submittals, RFIs, amenity design and budgets as well as development schedules, and ensure compliance with D.R. Horton standards
• Coordinate with contractors, inspectors, primary engineers, and/or other consultants to develop the construction schedule, complete projects, and closeout requirements for amenity transfers to HOAs
• Pre-qualify subcontractors; solicit, distribute, and evaluate contractor bids; maintain subcontractor contact lists
• Handle Accounts Payable related duties for Land Development department
• Work with area municipalities, utility contractors, and landscape architects as needed assigned projects
• Communicate concerns to leadership as they arise; provide solutions when possible
• Assist with required reporting and budget tracking
• Other duties as assigned

• Project Management
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  Demonstrated ability to coordinate project plans; effectively communicate changes and progress; complete projects on time and budget.
• Communication
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  Demonstrated ability to interact respectfully with all customers and colleagues; team focused. Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills are essential along with the ability to listen intently to others.
• Time Management
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  Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and be focused on work; as well as maintain accuracy and high attention to detail in fast‑paced environment. Be reliable.
• Planning/Organizing
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  Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; plan for additional resources; set goals and objectives; develop realistic action plans.
• Ethical
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  Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.

• Associate degree or certificate from a two‑year college or technical school in Project Management, Business, Real Estate/Land Development, Construction, or other closely related field of study
• Minimum 1 year of demonstrated experience in purchasing and/or contract negotiation
• Minimum 1 year of directly related work experience and/or training
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and email

• Bachelor’s degree from a 4‑year university or college in Business, Real Estate/Land Development, Construction, or other related field of study
• Demonstrated experience with J.D. Edwards software
• Valid driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, ability to travel as needed to job sites, and ability to work overtime as required

Land Development Project Coordinators generally work both in the field and in a typical office environment. They may have regular exposure to outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level is generally loud on a regular basis while in the…