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Land Development Manager

Michael Page
  • Franklin, NJ
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6 days ago

Job Description

  • Manage all aspects of land development projects from due diligence through project completion.
  • Coordinate land use approvals, zoning applications, permitting, and entitlement processes with municipal agencies and regulatory authorities.
  • Oversee civil engineering, surveying, environmental, geotechnical, and architectural consultants throughout project development.
  • Review site plans, engineering drawings, specifications, and consultant deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
  • Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and development timelines.
  • Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain schedule and budget objectives.
  • Collaborate with acquisition, design, construction, leasing, and asset management teams to support project goals.
  • Lead meetings with local officials, consultants, utility providers, and community stakeholders.
  • Coordinate utility planning, infrastructure improvements, stormwater management, grading, and roadway development efforts.
  • Support contractor procurement, bid review, contract negotiations, and project execution during construction.
  • Track project milestones and provide regular updates to senior leadership.
  • Ensure compliance with all environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and company standards.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Urban Planning, Real Estate Development, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience managing land development projects within commercial, industrial, mixed-use, residential, or institutional developments.
  • Strong understanding of zoning, entitlements, permitting, and land use regulations.
  • Experience managing site development activities including grading, utilities, drainage, roadway infrastructure, and site construction.
  • Ability to interpret civil engineering plans, site plans, surveys, and construction documents.
  • Proven project management, budgeting, and scheduling experience.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with municipalities, consultants, and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of environmental regulations, utility coordination, and development approval processes.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or related certifications are advantageous but not required.



Our client is a highly respected real estate development and investment firm with a longstanding reputation for delivering premier commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects throughout major metropolitan markets. Known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainable development, the organization has established itself as a leader in creating transformative properties that enhance communities and drive economic growth.

  • Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus opportunity.
  • Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.
  • Generous paid time off and company holidays.
  • Opportunity to work on landmark commercial and mixed-use development projects.
  • Career advancement opportunities within a nationally recognized development organization.
  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment.
  • Access to industry-leading projects, resources, and professional development programs.
  • Long-term stability with a well-capitalized and growing real estate development platform.

Numbers & Facts

LocationFranklin, NJ
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Company Size500 to 999 employees
Year Founded1976
Websitehttp://www.michaelpage.com/

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the Americas, UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and Africa.

In the US, we focus on the areas of:

  • Advisory
  • Banking and Financial Services
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Engineering and Manufacturing
  • Healthcare & Life Sciences
  • Human Resources
  • Information Technology
  • Legal
  • Marketing
  • Page Personnel Office Support
  • Oil and Gas
  • Procurement and Supply Chain
  • Real Estate and Construction
  • Sales

Skills

  • Architectural Servicesunmatched
  • Asset Managementunmatched
  • Budget Managementunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Building Surveyingunmatched
  • Civil Engineeringunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Designunmatched
  • Construction Document Setunmatched
  • Construction Engineeringunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
  • Consultingunmatched
  • Contract Negotiationunmatched
  • Contract Reviewunmatched
  • Due Diligenceunmatched
  • Economic Growthunmatched
  • Engineering Drawingunmatched
  • Entrepreneurshipunmatched
  • Environmental Regulationsunmatched
  • Infrastructure Constructionunmatched
  • Land Developmentunmatched
  • Land Useunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Professional Engineerunmatched
  • Project Developmentunmatched
  • Project Executionunmatched
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  • Project Trackingunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Real Estate Developmentunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Risk Managementunmatched
  • Stormwater Managementunmatched
  • Surveyingunmatched
  • Sustainabilityunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Urban Planningunmatched
  • Zoningunmatched

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