Land Purchasing Manager
Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500 company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.
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The Land Purchasing Manager is primarily responsible for contracting of all Land Development vendors and review of construction plans and specifications to ensure compliance with Lennar Land Development standards. Land Purchasing Manager should have experience with heavy civil engineering, purchasing, or estimating.
- A career with purpose.
- A career built on making dreams come true.
- A career built on building zero defect homes, cost management, and adherence to schedules.
Your Responsibilities on the Team
Review civil construction drawings and provide feedback to engineering consultants to ensure construction plans are consistent with Lennar's standards and requirements.Work with Project Managers to ensure development budgets are current and accurateOversee the bidding of work to ensure we are receiving the best price, quality and performance in accordance with applicable standardsIssue contracts and work orders ensuring they are appropriately entered into the system and applied to the correct budget and line itemsTrack issued contracts and work orders against the development budgetAssist in forecasting of expenditures for cash flow modeling purposesMonitor macro trends in the materials / supplier base and implement plans to react to increasing costManage relationships with vendors / suppliers to build effective partnershipsProcess and provide purchasing related information( e.g. bid documents, tabulations, forecasts, specifications, contracts, etc) for the purpose of updating and coordinating with other departmentsAssist in the preparation of development cost estimates in coordination with the land acquisition team for the purpose of determining the feasibility of land development opportunitiesMaintain purchasing information, files and records for the purpose of ensuring availability of documentation and compliance with company policiesMaintain and update Project Manager ratings of individual vendor performanceRequirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required, college degree preferredMinimum 3 years in land development, purchasing, civil engineering, value engineering, construction and / or estimating. Offsite Purchasing experience is highly preferredMust have superior analytical and communication skills.Must have significant knowledge of the residential development and homebuilding industry highly preferredMust have sound financial management knowledge and project management skillsMust have sound negotiating skills and influencing skills.Experience with JD Edwards accounting systems and Build Pro payment and scheduling software highly preferredExperience with on-screen takeoff applications, such as Bluebeam or PlanswiftValid driver's license and a good driving recordAbility to read and interpret blueprints and civil engineering plansLife at Lennar
At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone's Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar's policies and applicable plan terms.