Land Manager (MPC)- Houston, TX

Job Summary:

This role provides end-to-end project management across planning, design, construction, and closeout phases, ensuring alignment with schedule, budget, and quality standards. It involves coordinating design reviews, procurement, and permitting while implementing rigorous project controls for documentation, cost tracking, and reporting. The position oversees on-site construction activities, contractor performance, safety compliance, and quality assurance through regular inspections and progress monitoring. It also manages contract administration, including pay applications, change orders, and stakeholder communication with internal teams, public agencies, and community members.

Project Management & Oversight

• Act as the owner's primary representative throughout planning, design, and construction.
• Develop and maintain the master project schedule with milestones and critical path tracking.
• Monitor budget performance, provide cost forecasts, and flag potential overruns early.
• Establish and enforce project controls for reporting, documentation, and approvals.

Design Phase Services

• Review and provide input on engineering designs, drawings, and specifications for constructability and compliance.
• Coordinate with agencies, utilities, and permitting authorities.
• Support procurement strategies for contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Assist in preparing bid documents, evaluating proposals, and making award recommendations.

Construction Phase Services

• Conduct pre-construction meetings and ensure contractor mobilization aligns with project requirements.
• Provide on-site observation and regular field inspections to verify quality, safety, and adherence to plans.
• Track contractor progress against the schedule and report deviations.
• Review RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and material certifications.
• Evaluate and recommend action on change orders, claims, and disputes.

Cost & Contract Administration

• Maintain budget tracking and provide monthly cost reports.
• Validate contractor pay applications before owner approval.
• Monitor compliance with contract requirements, insurance, and bonding.
• Negotiate and document contract modifications when required.

Quality Assurance & Safety

• Oversee testing and inspections to ensure compliance with standards and codes.
• Conduct regular safety audits and verify contractor adherence to safety plans.
• Identify and mitigate risks before they affect schedule or quality.

Stakeholder & Communication Management

• Act as liaison between the owner, contractors, engineers, and public agencies.
• Provide regular status reports and presentations for executives or boards.
• Facilitate public meetings and community outreach, if required.

Closeout & Post-Construction

• Verify completion of punch-list items.
• Ensure delivery of as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, and permits.
• Manage project closeout documentation and final payment approvals.
• Support warranty period monitoring and dispute resolution.

The above listing represents the general duties considered essential functions of the job and is not to be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Other duties may be assigned, as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required in a related degree.
• 5+ years of experience in home building, multifamily and/or build to rent required.
• 2+ years of management experience preferred.
• PMP preferred not required.
• Experience with MUDs or other special districts preferred
• Excellent organization, coordination, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Project Management software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.

Essential Functions:

• Typical work schedule, Monday through Friday, and after hours as requested.
• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer and/or electronic device.
• Excellent organization, coordination, and project management skills.
• Lift or move items up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to walk, sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Reliable transportation that meets job responsibilities
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Maintain at least minimum car insurance required by Texas law
• Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communication in English.