Director of Land Development
A leading Top 20 private residential builder is seeking a highly skilled Director of Land Development to oversee all land planning, development, and construction activities for new residential communities. This is a strategic, high-visibility leadership role responsible for driving project execution, budgets, schedules, and overall land pipeline success.
Lead all phases of land development, from due diligence through final construction and community turnover
Manage budgeting, scheduling, and forecasting for multi-site land development operations
Oversee site work, utilities, grading, roadway construction, and community infrastructure
Coordinate closely with internal teams—land acquisition, construction, sales, finance, and leadership
Direct and manage engineers, consultants, contractors, and municipal partners
Ensure projects meet quality standards, timelines, and all state/local regulatory requirements
Develop and maintain strong relationships with city officials, utility providers, and third-party partners
Optimize costs while maintaining quality and production schedules
Lead and mentor a high-performing development team
8–15+ years of land development experience, preferably with a production or large private residential builder
Proven experience leading large-scale residential communities from entitlement through build-out
Strong understanding of civil engineering, site work, utilities, and infrastructure construction
Excellent leadership and communication skills; ability to manage multiple projects at once
Ability to work cross-functionally and present to senior leadership
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred
Competitive salary + performance bonus
Strong benefits package
Opportunity to lead development for a top-tier national builder
Long-term growth within a stable, rapidly expanding organization
High autonomy with executive-level visibility
*Confidential application process*
Please send your resume to Megan Cantone at megan.cantone@gogpac.com or call/text 605-610-1570 to discuss in more detail.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
