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Corporate Director of Land Job Opening in Atlanta, GA We are seeking a Corporate Director of Land to join a high-growth homebuilder based in Atlanta. This role will support the executive team and division presidents in the acquisition, entitlement, and development planning of master-planned communities. The ideal candidate will have experience in land development, entitlements, preliminary budgeting, design, and acquisition, preferably with a homebuilder or established developer. Key responsibilities include managing the due diligence and entitlement process, assessing the feasibility of new opportunities, and securing zoning and municipal approvals. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company experiencing strong growth and expanding its footprint across multiple markets. The team offers a collaborative culture, strong land pipeline, and performance-based incentives. We’re seeking a driven professional who excels in a fast-paced environment and is eager to make a lasting impact. Corporate Director of Land Responsibilities Partner with division land teams to define strategic growth plans in their respective markets. Support site evaluation by reviewing market demographics, conducting comparative analyses, and providing advisory support throughout the entitlement process. Promote the consistent use of established best practices and collaborate with divisional teams to tailor solutions that align with corporate standards, delivering long-term, sustainable outcomes. Work cross-functionally with corporate and divisional operations to evolve and implement best practices; escalate key issues to the Vice President and Division Presidents as appropriate. Support the development and ongoing refinement of a comprehensive Land Playbook, containing detailed technical guidance consistent with organizational standards. Collaborate with division land teams and Division Presidents to help meet regional business plans for lot acquisition, land development, and other key performance metrics. Coordinate efforts between land teams and third-party consultants to ensure planning and engineering align with the corporate land standards and playbook. Assist the Vice President and Division Presidents with regional entitlement efforts to advance project approvals. Provide budgeting support as needed, including participation in land negotiations and coordination with accounting to create and refine tools that facilitate accurate forecasting and tracking. Ensure timely and complete sharing of key entitlement documentation and requirements with regional teams to support project execution. Provide technical expertise to support entitlement and development, ensuring communities are delivered to standard and ready for vertical construction per schedule. Areas of focus include lot fit, drainage, budgeting, and scheduling. Review land development budgets to ensure all line items are accounted for and aligned with organizational expectations. In coordination with the VP and construction leadership, ensure compliance with OSHA and local regulatory guidelines. Identify training needs and partner with internal and external resources to design and deliver onboarding and ongoing education for land acquisition, entitlement, and development teams. Support skill-building to help associates meet key performance metrics. Corporate Director of Land Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, or a related field strongly preferred Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in residential land acquisition, entitlement, and development Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and other land-related software tools Demonstrated success in leading land teams through acquisition, entitlement, and development to achieve lot delivery goals Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset High level of energy and urgency in navigating projects through the entitlement process Skilled in preparing and delivering compelling presentations to individuals and groups; able to coach others in doing the same Experienced in leveraging business analysis and planning techniques to achieve strategic goals Ability to build consensus and facilitate productive discussions with internal teams, external consultants, and government agencies Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to tailor messaging to a variety of audiences and respond effectively Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and all levels of the organization Solid project management capabilities, including the ability to manage tasks from initiation through completion while ensuring thorough documentation, communication, and long-term sustainability Seniority level
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Corporate Director of Land
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MatchBuilt 6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Corporate Director of Land
role at
MatchBuilt Direct message the job poster from MatchBuilt Principal, Homebuilding Recruiter at MatchBuilt
Corporate Director of Land Job Opening in Atlanta, GA We are seeking a Corporate Director of Land to join a high-growth homebuilder based in Atlanta. This role will support the executive team and division presidents in the acquisition, entitlement, and development planning of master-planned communities. The ideal candidate will have experience in land development, entitlements, preliminary budgeting, design, and acquisition, preferably with a homebuilder or established developer. Key responsibilities include managing the due diligence and entitlement process, assessing the feasibility of new opportunities, and securing zoning and municipal approvals. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company experiencing strong growth and expanding its footprint across multiple markets. The team offers a collaborative culture, strong land pipeline, and performance-based incentives. We’re seeking a driven professional who excels in a fast-paced environment and is eager to make a lasting impact. Corporate Director of Land Responsibilities Partner with division land teams to define strategic growth plans in their respective markets. Support site evaluation by reviewing market demographics, conducting comparative analyses, and providing advisory support throughout the entitlement process. Promote the consistent use of established best practices and collaborate with divisional teams to tailor solutions that align with corporate standards, delivering long-term, sustainable outcomes. Work cross-functionally with corporate and divisional operations to evolve and implement best practices; escalate key issues to the Vice President and Division Presidents as appropriate. Support the development and ongoing refinement of a comprehensive Land Playbook, containing detailed technical guidance consistent with organizational standards. Collaborate with division land teams and Division Presidents to help meet regional business plans for lot acquisition, land development, and other key performance metrics. Coordinate efforts between land teams and third-party consultants to ensure planning and engineering align with the corporate land standards and playbook. Assist the Vice President and Division Presidents with regional entitlement efforts to advance project approvals. Provide budgeting support as needed, including participation in land negotiations and coordination with accounting to create and refine tools that facilitate accurate forecasting and tracking. Ensure timely and complete sharing of key entitlement documentation and requirements with regional teams to support project execution. Provide technical expertise to support entitlement and development, ensuring communities are delivered to standard and ready for vertical construction per schedule. Areas of focus include lot fit, drainage, budgeting, and scheduling. Review land development budgets to ensure all line items are accounted for and aligned with organizational expectations. In coordination with the VP and construction leadership, ensure compliance with OSHA and local regulatory guidelines. Identify training needs and partner with internal and external resources to design and deliver onboarding and ongoing education for land acquisition, entitlement, and development teams. Support skill-building to help associates meet key performance metrics. Corporate Director of Land Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, or a related field strongly preferred Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in residential land acquisition, entitlement, and development Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and other land-related software tools Demonstrated success in leading land teams through acquisition, entitlement, and development to achieve lot delivery goals Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset High level of energy and urgency in navigating projects through the entitlement process Skilled in preparing and delivering compelling presentations to individuals and groups; able to coach others in doing the same Experienced in leveraging business analysis and planning techniques to achieve strategic goals Ability to build consensus and facilitate productive discussions with internal teams, external consultants, and government agencies Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to tailor messaging to a variety of audiences and respond effectively Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and all levels of the organization Solid project management capabilities, including the ability to manage tasks from initiation through completion while ensuring thorough documentation, communication, and long-term sustainability Seniority level
Seniority level Executive Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Strategy/Planning, Business Development, and Project Management Industries Construction Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at MatchBuilt by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Land Director jobs in
Atlanta Metropolitan Area . Director of Land Development & Entitlements - Residential
Atlanta Metropolitan Area $14,000.00-$180,000.00 5 days ago Atlanta, GA $180,000.00-$230,000.00 3 weeks ago Atlanta, GA $88,440.00-$117,920.00 1 week ago Managing Director - Multifamily Development
Atlanta, GA $200,000.00-$325,000.00 2 weeks ago Director of Operations, Mission Critical, Construction
Atlanta, GA $160,000.00-$185,000.00 1 week ago Atlanta Metropolitan Area $140,000.00-$175,000.00 5 days ago Atlanta, GA $150,000.00-$200,000.00 2 weeks ago Director of Operations, Mission Critical, Construction
National Accounts Director – North America
Lawrenceville, GA $63,500.00-$79,500.00 10 hours ago Atlanta, GA $165,000.00-$190,000.00 1 week ago Director, Industry Advisors - Consumer Goods
Atlanta, GA $208,180.00-$306,250.00 3 days ago Atlanta, GA $140,000.00-$170,000.00 1 month ago Atlanta, GA $150,000.00-$200,000.00 1 month ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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