Land Development Manager

Join us as the Land Development Manager at Pacific Lifestyle Homes
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Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 [Total Compensation, DOE]

Location:

Portland, OR

Pacific Lifestyle Homes, a two-time recipient of the prestigious Building Industry Association “Builder of the Year” award and the National Housing Quality Gold Award, has built over 6,500 homes and 130 communities across SW Washington, the Portland Metro area, greater Puget Sound area, and the Boise Metro landscape. We are dedicated to BUILDING BETTER LIVES and invite you to build your career with a company committed to excellence and community impact.

Lead the planning and execution of site development for future communities. Report to the Land Acquisition and Development Manager and manage the land development process from early feasibility through infrastructure delivery, ensuring each project is thoughtfully designed, efficiently executed, and aligned with long‑term growth goals.

• Manage site feasibility studies, focusing on engineering constraints, utility availability, and development viability.
• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets, coordinating with consultants, engineers, jurisdictions, vendors, and internal teams.
• Oversee subdivision site development permits, including engineering plan reviews, stormwater requirements, grading, and utility coordination.
• Manage all residential subdivision land improvements, including mass grading, utility installation, roadway construction, and stormwater facilities—ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with superintendents and trades during the homebuilding phase to resolve site-related engineering or development issues.
• Conduct technical preliminary property research and prepare findings to support the land acquisition process.
• Provide oversight for the establishment of Homeowner Associations, including drafting CC&Rs, bylaws, and shared maintenance agreements as needed.

• 5+ years of experience in residential land development, civil engineering project management, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, land use planning, business, or a related field; or equivalent experience with an associate degree.
• Strong understanding of engineering plans, utility layouts, grading, and site design.
• Proven experience with project budgeting, cost control, construction estimating, and development scheduling.
• Knowledge of Stormwater/Grading permits, CSWGP and/or 1200C permits beneficial.
• Excellent organizational skills and a reliable approach to meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and external partners.
• Proactive, results‑driven mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficient in Word, Adobe, Outlook, Excel, Blue Beam, and project management software such as

• Company‑supported medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and families.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions.
• New home discount.
• 120 hours of paid time off for the first year.
• Seven paid holidays.
• Paid volunteer hours.
• Employee recognition program.
• Employee referral bonus – up to $1,000.
• Engaging company culture – including our annual “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.”
• And much more.

We believe in open communication, personal growth, and one‑on‑one coaching. Our core values of respect, accountability, candor, humility, integrity, and teamwork guide every decision and interaction.

In‑person culture with a general schedule of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Dress code and appearance policy reflect our commitment to professionalism.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Prior managerial reference checks, background check, and a pre‑employment drug screen are required steps in our hiring process.