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Land Development Manager

Reston, VA · On-site

$88K - $120K/yr

The Land Development Manager will manage engineering design, estimating, budgeting, development, and dedication of site improvements of our communities and assist with feasibility studies (due ...

Land Development Manager

Fort Mitchell, KY · On-site

$79K - $109K/yr

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Land Development Manager to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the full lifecycle of land development-from site analysis and ...

Sr Land Development Manager

Fort Myers, FL

$78K - $108K/yr

Sr Land Development Manager We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities ...

Sr Land Development Manager

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$78K - $108K/yr

Sr Land Development Manager We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities ...

Land Development Manager

Fort Mitchell, KY · On-site

$79K - $109K/yr

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Land Development Manager to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the full lifecycle of land development--from site analysis and ...

Land Development Manager

Corpus Christi, TX

$81K - $112K/yr

Land Development Manager We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities ...

Land Development Manager

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

$81K - $112K/yr

Land Development Manager We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities ...

Land Development Manager

Fort Mitchell, KY

$79K - $109K/yr

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Land Development Manager to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the full lifecycle of land development-from site analysis and ...

Director, Land Development

Riverview, FL · On-site

$75K - $103K/yr

In this role, you'll guide a team of Land Development Managers, Project Managers, and Coordinators through every phase of site development - from planning and budgeting to construction execution ...

Sr Land Development Manager

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$78K - $108K/yr

Sr Land Development Manager We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities ...

Director, Land Development

Riverview, FL

$75K - $103K/yr

In this role, you'll guide a team of Land Development Managers, Project Managers, and Coordinators through every phase of site development -- from planning and budgeting to construction execution ...

Land Development Manager

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$81K - $111K/yr

We're looking for a seasoned Land Development Manager to lead projects from site selection to completion. In this role, you'll oversee budgets, schedules, permits, and contractors while coordinating ...

The Opportunity The Manager of Land Development provides direct leadership and oversight to all regional Offsite Superintendents supporting site development activities. This role manages all ...

Director of Land Development

Manassas, VA · On-site

$84K - $116K/yr

Director of Land Development The Director of Land Development is responsible for supervising all land development activities for assigned communities from project planning to bond release. ESSENTIAL ...

Manager, Land Development

San Ramon, CA · On-site

$150K - $165K/yr

The Manager of Land Development provides direct leadership and oversight to all regional Offsite Superintendents supporting site development activities. This role manages all technical aspects of ...

Land Development Manager

Sarasota, FL

$81K - $111K/yr

We're looking for a seasoned Land Development Manager to lead projects from site selection to completion. In this role, you'll oversee budgets, schedules, permits, and contractors while coordinating ...

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How much do land and development jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for land and development in the United States is $98,908.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $116,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What jobs pay 500,000 a year in the US?

In the land and development sector, high-paying roles such as senior real estate developers, chief executives of development firms, and top-tier project managers can earn $500,000 or more annually, especially with extensive experience, successful projects, and relevant certifications. These positions often require strong negotiation skills, industry knowledge, and leadership abilities, and may include performance-based bonuses or profit sharing.

What does a land developer do?

A land developer plans and manages the process of transforming raw land into usable properties, such as residential, commercial, or industrial sites. They conduct site assessments, coordinate with engineers and government agencies, secure permits, and oversee construction to ensure projects meet regulations and deadlines.

What is the highest paying real estate job?

In land and development, the highest paying roles are often senior positions such as real estate development executives or chief development officers, who oversee large projects and strategic planning. These roles typically require extensive experience, strong negotiation skills, and knowledge of zoning, permits, and market analysis, with salaries often exceeding six figures annually.

What are the career opportunities in land development?

Career opportunities in land development include roles such as land development manager, civil engineer, urban planner, surveyor, and project coordinator. These positions often require knowledge of zoning laws, environmental regulations, and proficiency with design and planning software. Advancement can lead to senior management, consulting, or specialized technical roles within the industry.
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Infographic showing various Land And Development job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,908 per year, or $47.6 per hour.
Land Development Manager

Land Development Manager

Toll Brothers, Inc.

Reston, VA • On-site

$88K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago


Toll Brothers rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Overview
Join an award-winning company!
Who are we?
Since 1967, Toll Brothers has been building luxury homes and communities in the best locations in the U.S. Today, we're a Fortune 500 company operating in over 50 markets across more than 20 states. We're the country's premier luxury builder with the widest range of products in the industry, including traditional single-family homes, active adult, hi-rise condos, apartment rentals, urban redevelopment, and student housing.
From the homes we build to the talent we recruit, we know that to be the best, we have to work with the best. Toll Brothers is a place where diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and where employees of all backgrounds are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We believe every employee should feel safe to be their true and authentic self at work. Our employees are our family, and we strive to uphold the values that our founders instilled in us, creating an exceptional place to work that is inclusive to all.
Toll Brothers, America's leading builder of luxury homes, seeks a Land Development Manager to help fuel growth in our division in Reston, Virginia.
What is the opportunity?
The Land Development Manager will manage engineering design, estimating, budgeting, development, and dedication of site improvements of our communities and assist with feasibility studies (due diligence) for new acquisitions.
This position is on-site 5 days per week.
What are the primary responsibilities?
  • Field Operations
    • Overseeing daily land development field operations on multiple projects
    • Managing contractors, verifying work completed/monitoring progress
    • Meeting with governmental agencies/inspectors/HOA's
    • Coordinating land development work with homebuilding operations
    • Project dedication and bond release work
  • Entitlements
    • Request proposals, preparation & bid solicitation, negotiation, award, and contracting for professional services, attorneys & consultants
    • Manage & direct engineering & professional consultant objectives, schedules & work product
    • Facilitate project approvals/entitlements/land use and zoning changes through coordination with sellers, brokers, agency review staff, governmental officials, elected officials, & Toll Ops.
    • Initiate & obtain wetlands permits, Environmental Site Assessments, noise, fiscal & transportation studies as needed for approvals & Zoning efforts
    • Work with utility consultants & provide load requirements & assist with franchise utilities (electric, gas, telephone, CATV, water, sewer) dry utility layout
    • Assist with preparation of HOA documents, possibly serve on HOA BOD's
    • Track, monitor, update project approvals timelines & schedules & routinely distribute to team
  • Office Operations
    • Establish & maintain accurate project development schedules
    • Establish & maintain accurate project development budgets
    • Invoice review/approval/coding, issuing Purchase Orders & Change Orders
    • Analyses and negotiations of bids/contracts/change orders
    • Land Acquisition Support - Assist or lead with project Due Diligence efforts (entitlements & approvals, development schedules & budgets)
    • Entitlements and approvals management (coordinating with consultants, performing plan review & value engineering)
    • Bond maintenance
  • All other duties as assigned

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the nation's most respected Fortune 500 companies!
Qualifications
Does this describe you?
You have experience demonstrating the following knowledge and skills:
  • Competencies:
    • Analytical Thinking: Able to collect, sort and analyze data: Advanced
    • Communicating: Able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally across all levels, both internally and externally: Advanced
    • Construction Drawing Comprehension: Advanced
    • Initiative: A self-starter, able to identify problems and solve them: Advanced
  • Technical Knowledge:
    • Scheduling Software: Intermediate
    • Microsoft Office Suite: Intermediate
    • Entitlements/Due Diligence - Intermediate

Do you have these qualifications?
  • Essential:
    • 3+ years' experience in Land Development Management
    • Excellent communication skills (written & verbal)
    • Value engineering
    • Ability to improvise/adapt/overcome obstacles
    • Ability to work independently and within a team
  • Preferred:
    • Bachelor's degree, preferably in Construction Management or Civil Engineering
    • EIT or Professional Engineering License

The salary for this position is $90,242 - $119,660 plus an annual discretionary bonus and a monthly gas, auto, and mobile device allowance.
We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, including comprehensive medical/dental, 401(k) with a company match, discounted stock purchase, discounts on mortgages, homes, appliances, and much more!Come see why Toll Brothers and Toll Land Development have been attracting and retaining some of the best professionals in the industry!
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Toll Brothers is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions, policies, and practices are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Toll Brothers will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person's sex (including pregnancy), age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender nonconformity, status as a transgender individual, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, family responsibility, armed services, or any other status protected by law.
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