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Forestar Real Estate

Real Estate Inv & Dev VP-FG

Midlothian, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The right candidate will assist the Senior Vice President or Regional President as appropriate with ... Plans, directs and coordinates acquisition and land development activities * Oversees preparation ...

Forestar

Real Estate Inv & Dev VP-FG

Midlothian, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The right candidate will assist the Senior Vice President or Regional President as appropriate with ... Plans, directs and coordinates acquisition and land development activities * Oversees preparation ...

Lennar

VP of Land Acquisition

Atlanta, GA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future Lennar is seeking a Vice President of Land ... Development/Entitlement Budgeting * Responsible for lot takedown schedules, land pipelines ...

Lennar USA

VP of Land Acquisition

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Job Summary Lennar is seeking a Vice President of Land Acquisition to manage all aspects of land ... Manage all land development activities for the Division. Your Responsibilities on the Team

Lennar

VP of Land Acquisition

Atlanta, GA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future Lennar is seeking a Vice President of Land ... Development/Entitlement Budgeting * Responsible for lot takedown schedules, land pipelines ...

Lennar Homes

VP of Land Acquisition

Atlanta, GA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future Lennar is seeking a Vice President of Land ... Manage all land development activities for the Division. A career with purpose. A career built on ...

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How much do vice president land development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for vice president land development in the United States is $147,428.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,000.00 and $175,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a vice president land development do?

A Vice President of Land Development oversees the acquisition, planning, and development of land for residential, commercial, or mixed-use projects. They manage project timelines, budgets, regulatory approvals, and collaborate with engineers, contractors, and government agencies. Their role ensures projects are completed efficiently while aligning with company goals and local regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a vice president land development?

To thrive as a Vice President Land Development, you need extensive experience in real estate development, land acquisition, urban planning, and a degree in civil engineering, urban planning, or a related field. Familiarity with project management software, GIS mapping tools, land entitlement processes, and relevant permits or certifications (like PMP or LEED) is highly beneficial. Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills set standout candidates apart. These competencies are essential for effectively directing large-scale development projects, managing diverse teams, and ensuring projects meet regulatory and financial objectives.

What are some common challenges faced by a vice president land development, and how are they typically addressed?

A Vice President Land Development frequently encounters challenges such as navigating complex zoning and entitlement processes, coordinating with government agencies, and managing project timelines against shifting market conditions. These challenges are typically addressed by leveraging in-depth regulatory knowledge, building strong relationships with local authorities, and maintaining robust project management practices. Additionally, frequent communication with multidisciplinary teams and proactive risk assessment are crucial for mitigating delays and controlling costs. This role demands both strategic oversight and hands-on problem-solving to ensure that development projects are delivered successfully.

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Infographic showing various Vice President Land Development job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,428 per year, or $70.9 per hour.

Division President

Century Communities, Inc.

Jacksonville, FL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 hours ago

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Company rating: 9.9 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

What You'll Do:
The Division President reports directly to the Regional President and has full profit and loss responsibility for the Division's performance. The Division President is responsible for maximizing the Company's performance in the market and ensuring consistent growth.
Century Communities has an objective of being one of the top builders in the market; the Division President is responsible for building a solid team to achieve this objective. The position requires strong leadership skills in setting the strategic vision for the Division and strong management skills in enacting policies and procedures that ensure accountability. The Division President must be a creative problem solver capable of driving innovation.
We share many values at Century Communities. We have a deep sense of urgency about everything we do. We make and keep commitments, and there is no more significant commitment than our annual business plan. We are committed to our customers and shareholders and strive to earn the title of "America's Most Trusted Builder" year after year. Every day presents an opportunity to improve.
Your Key Responsibilities Include:
Land
  • Work with the Vice President of Land Acquisition to set the land acquisition strategy for the market.
  • Work with the land acquisition team to effectively implement this strategy, acquire and entitle land, focusing on compelling site plans, efficient development strategies, and achieving a high-volume sales pace at acceptable financial metrics.
  • Review & present all Asset Management Committee ("AMC") submittals.
  • Work with the land acquisition team to achieve annual AMC lot approval goals.
  • Interact with land sellers as needed and negotiate land acquisition contracts when your involvement is required.
  • Work with Vice President of Land Development to oversee land development activities, managing the land development team.
  • Regularly review all land development budgets and schedules and adjust as necessary.
  • Hold the land development team accountable for their budgets, schedules, and bond releases.
  • Involve yourself in major development issues, including working with professional firms, local jurisdictions, and site contractors as necessary.

Construction
  • Work with the Senior Vice President of Construction to oversee construction operations.
  • Work with the construction operations team to ensure building times are maintained versus template to ensure on-time deliveries.
  • Create an environment where high customer service standards are maintained as measured by Eliant survey scores.
  • Achieve an average Eliant score of 90 or above.
  • Create an environment where high safety standards are maintained, ensuring compliance with OSHA rules and regulations.
  • Responsible for the appearance of all communities, models, and spec homes.
  • Control costs, achieve budgeted margins, and improve financial performance.

Purchasing
  • Work with Vice President of Purchasing to oversee purchasing and vertical start operations.
  • Work with the purchasing team and effectively manage direct construction costs by looking for vendors and subcontractors that offer superior or equal products and performance at a lower cost.
  • Encourage the purchasing team to stay abreast of changes in products and materials, ensuring we remain innovative in our product offerings.
  • Collaborate with the construction starts team to effectively manage the start process so that homes are started as quickly as possible with the right plans and purchase orders.

Finance
  • Full profit and loss responsibility.
  • Create strategies to maximize revenues and gross margins and minimize costs and expenses.
  • Develop, approve, and present the Division's annual business plan.
  • Achieve or exceed the annual business plan commitment.
  • Develop and approve quarterly re-forecasts.
  • Devise strategies and actions that maximize financial performance, including return metrics.

Product Development
  • Using market research and competitive analysis, ensure our product offering is compelling and appropriate for each community to maximize our financial performance.
  • Ensure materials, colors, and options remain innovative and competitive.
  • Work with our vendors, construction managers, and purchasing managers to manage construction costs and techniques.

Customer Care Department
  • With the Senior Vice President of Construction to oversee the Customer Care Department, including field personnel and warranty.
  • Establish and monitor customer care policies, processes, and procedures to ensure homebuyer satisfaction, resolve outstanding customer complaints, and seek ways to improve customer survey results and customer referrals.

Sales & Marketing
  • Work with the Vice President of Sales & Marketing to create sales and pricing strategies to maximize financial performance.
  • Regularly review pricing strategies, including setting base prices, option prices, lot premiums, and incentives, focusing on finding the appropriate balance between sales pace and price.
  • Understand the competitive environment, including regularly visiting our competitors.
  • Stay abreast of market dynamics and changing sales strategies of our competitors.
  • Maximize the use of Inspire Home Loans and tightly manage the use of outside lenders.
  • Work with sales management and Inspire Home Loans to maximize application and capture rates.
  • Achieve Inspire Capture rate of not less than 80%.
  • Work with the Vice President of Sales & Marketing to establish and maintain marketing programs to drive sales traffic and meet division sales projections.

Supervisory Responsibility
  • Plan and direct work and appraise performance.
  • Build and maintain a positive, supportive organizational culture and work environment.
  • Communicate Company's policies and procedures to the division and ensure compliance.
  • Work with HR Business Partner / HR Director and Regional President to recommend promotions/transfers, salary actions, performance & disciplinary discussions, and terminations.
  • Work with Talent Acquisition partners to open, post, and fill open positions.
  • Effectively respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or business community members.

What You Have:
  • In-depth knowledge of all aspects of the production homebuilding industry.
  • Deep understanding of the land acquisition environment within the market.
  • Proven leadership and management skills.
  • High energy, capable of driving operational and financial performance.
  • Experience analyzing and interpreting financial reports.
  • Experience developing, managing, and achieving annual business plans.
  • Proven ability to build, develop and manage activities of direct reports.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-resolution capabilities.
  • Effective working relationships with customers, contracted agencies, supervisory personnel, and employees.

Your Education and Experience:
  • A Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent practical experience.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in single and multi-family construction management.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience leading teams.
  • Must complete OSHA certification training or show proof of OSHA certification.

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About Century Communities
Our mission of A Home For Every Dream® is only possible with the best talent in the industry. If that's you, if you're a self-starter, changemaker, and thoughtful collaborator ready to take your career to the next level, then apply today!
As one of the nation's largest homebuilders and an industry leader in online home sales, we strive to create thriving, enduring neighborhoods with lasting livability, focusing on building sustainable, affordably priced homes for our customers while reducing our carbon footprint. For team members, our goal is to provide the resources, opportunities, and benefits needed to build successful, rewarding careers.

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