Land Purchasing Manager

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As one of the nation’s largest builders, Lennar has built over one million new homes for families across America. Since 1954, our communities have catered to all lifestyles and family dynamics, whether you are a first-time or move-up buyer, multigenerational family, or active adult.

At Lennar, Everything’s Included in our homes, and Everyone’s Included on our team. Our Everyone’s Included vision is to be as inclusive and diverse as the communities we build unleashing the power of diversity within our workforce to drive innovation & sustainable growth.

Lennar's Core Values :

Our commitment to Quality, Value, and Integrity is the underlying foundation upon which Lennar was built, and these three fundamental principles still guide us in caring for our customers, associates, trade partners, shareholders, and community.

Land Purchasing Manager Summary :

Responsible for estimating costs, creating budgets to support land acquisition efforts, bidding, negotiating and contracting land development related work.

Responsibilities :

Review all plans and specifications from a cost perspective identifying areas, which warrant detailed review. Assist Project Manager and consultants with design development and value engineering efforts.

Research new products, processes, trade partners and suppliers from a cost and value basis.

Develop and maintain Master Scopes of Work for all trades.

Prepare offsite improvement budgets for due diligence purposes in conjunction with Operations and Project Management. Participate in preparation of community development schedules with Project Manager.

Prepare and maintain offsite budget estimates throughout the community development cycle.

Participate with other team members, Field Supervision and Management in selecting qualified bidders.

Prepare and distribute bid packages, including Scopes of Work, Payment and Price Schedules, Insurance Requirements, other exhibits, plans and cover letter.

Negotiate with preferred bidder, if successful, award contract.

Analyze bids for completeness and accuracy. Prepare bid comparison and review with Operations and Project Manager. Select preferred bidder based on competitiveness and ability to fulfill contract requirements.

Supervise contract preparation including Master Agreement, Exhibit A Scope of Work, Exhibit B Payment and Price Schedule and other addenda and exhibits.

Meet with successful bidder and execute agreement. Review Billing Procedures.

Monitor trade associate performance and assist in efforts to ensure trade associate complies with contract requirements.

Resolve specification and plan conflicts. Assist Accounting Department in researching and resolving budget and payment issues.

Update and maintain existing contracts as required.

Maintain a positive and professional relationship with all potential and existing trade associates.

Train and supervise Contract Administrators.

Resolves mechanics liens with Trade and Internal Departments.

Ensures all bidders and trade partners can meet the minimum insurance requirements. Assists in resolving insurance deficiencies.

Oversee site improvement construction.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Four (4) years of related experience required in one of the following areas : land development purchasing, land development management, foreman for wet utility constructor, rough grading contractor, bridge constructor, street improvement constructor, estimator for heavy civil engineering constructor and / or civil engineering design experience

High school degree or GED required; College degree in Engineering or construction management preferred

Valid driver’s license required

Knowledge of Land Development operations and processes

Good computer skills in Word, Excel, Project

Knowledge of JD Edwards software beneficial

Must possess ability to execute in a timely manner on multiple tasks simultaneously. Must be comfortable in a high pressure, time sensitive environment

Excellent writing skills

Detail oriented

Strong negotiating skills

Accept constructive feedback

Physical Requirements :

This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the ability to occasionally bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and carry office materials and supplies weighing 25 pounds or less.

Finger dexterity is required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator. May be required to operate a motor vehicle to attend meetings on and off the construction sites.

FLSA Status : Exempt

Life at Lennar!

Lennar recognizes our associates are the heart of the company’s success. Learn new skills, build your path, and become an integral part of the Lennar Family.

Lennar associates will be eligible for many benefits in accordance with Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms, including :

Health Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision

Vacation up to 3 weeks of vacation per year upon hire

Holidays, Sick Leave, & Personal Days

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Paid Maternity & Bonding Leave

New Hire Referral Bonus Program

Home Purchase Discount for Associates

Associate Assistance Plan

Everyone’s Included Day

Student Debt Repayment Program

This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the Company due to factors affecting the business.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

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This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business.

General Overview of Compensation & Benefits :

We reasonably expect the base compensation offered for this position to range from an annual salary of $67,511.25 - $113,011, subject to adjustment based on business-related factors such as employee qualifications, geographic pay differentials (e.

g., cost of labor / living, etc.), and operational considerations.

• This position may be eligible for bonuses.
• This position may be eligible for commissions.
• This position will be eligible for the described benefits listed in the above section in accordance with Company Policy.
• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the Company due to factors affecting the business.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.