Smith Douglas Homes

Constructs affordable, quality homes in Southeast

Director of Land Development

Construction ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeGreenville, SC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or considerable work experience.
Approximately 4–6 years of previous land development experience.
Prior experience and knowledge of residential development or a similar industry.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Earth, geographic information system (GIS) mapping, budgeting software, Bluebeam, Teams, and OneDrive.
Ability to understand grading plans.
Ability to self-manage and work adaptably and independently.
Employment is contingent on successfully completing a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

Oversee the development of all projects in the Greenville market.
Lead the team responsible for overseeing and implementing all facets of the development process, including planning, design, entitlement, construction, budgets, and delivery of finished lots.
Oversee development budgets and lien waivers to ensure proper payments.
Work with Land Finance, the Closing Attorney, and the Director of Land Acquisition on lot takedowns and title requests.
Work with engineers, land planners, governmental agencies, contractors, and landowners to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Assist with underwriting and due diligence for projects in the acquisition pipeline, including preparing budgets to determine project feasibility.
Ensure contract provisions, regulatory compliance, and design requirements are followed throughout construction.
Develop and maintain relationships with contractors to ensure sufficient resources are available to deliver acceptable projects.
Work with civil engineers to design and prepare construction documents, including grading, utilities, streets, drainage, and detention/water quality plans.
Secure land-related entitlements through Final Plat.
Coordinate with utility providers on plan development and service agreements.
Qualify subcontractors and review proposals, contracts, and agreements.
Manage, schedule, and communicate with site contractors and inspectors.
Work with Construction and Sales to resolve site issues.
Provide leadership and mentoring for less experienced team members.
Coordinate lot listings with the Trade Relations Manager and Area Construction Manager.
Oversee the lot acceptance checklist process to ensure lots meet standards before closing.
Provide the division with finished lots that meet design standards.
Work with third-party developers to ensure lots are delivered on time and according to plans.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

An engineering background is a plus.

At Smith Douglas Homes, our mission is to enhance people’s quality of life by creating opportunities for homeownership. We believe that mission starts with our people.

When you join Smith Douglas Homes, you become part of a team that is committed to doing the right thing, supporting one another, and delivering exceptional experiences for our customers. We foster a culture built on collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and mutual respect—where every team member has the opportunity to make an impact and grow their career.

Join us and help build more than homes. Help build opportunities, communities, and a future you can be proud of.

At Smith Douglas Homes, we pride ourselves on being one of the fastest growing, homebuilders in the country. We are looking for a Director of Land Development to join our growing team. Smith Douglas Homes offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to our employees along with a family-friendly work environment.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for overseeing the development of all projects in the SDH Greenville market.

Essential Functions:

Lead team responsible for overseeing and implementing all facets of the development process including planning, design, entitlement, construction, budgets, and delivery of finished lots
Oversee all development budgets and lien waivers to ensure proper payments
Work with Land Finance, Closing Attorney, and Dir. of Land Acquisition on lot takedowns and title requests
Work effectively with engineers, land planners, governmental agencies, contractors, and landowners to deliver projects on time and within budget
Assist with the underwriting and due diligence process for projects in the acquisition pipeline including budgets to determine feasibility of new projects
Ensure contract provisions, regulatory compliance, and design requirements are adhered to throughout construction
Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with contractors to ensure sufficient resources are available to deliver acceptable projects
Work with civil engineers to design and prepare construction documents, including grading, utilities, streets, drainage, and detention/water quality plans
Secure all land-related entitlements through Final Plat
Coordinate with utility providers on plan development and executing service agreements
Qualify subcontractors and review proposals, contracts, and agreements
Manage, schedule, and communicate with site contractors and inspectors
Work with Construction and Sales to solve any site issues that may arise
Provide leadership and mentoring for less experienced team members
Coordinate lot listings with Trade Relations Manager and Area Construction Manager
Oversee lot acceptance check list process to ensure lots are built to standards, prior to closing on lots
Provide the division with finished lots that meet our design standards
Work with 3^rd party developers to ensure lots are delivered on time and per the plans
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college/university or considerable work experience

Experience: Approximately 4 – 6 years previous land development experience. Applicant should have prior experience and knowledge of residential development or similar industry. Engineering background a plus.

Skills: MS Office, Google Earth, GIS mapping, Budgeting Software, Blue Beam, Teams, OneDrive, ability to understand grading plans, self-manage, adaptable, and self-driven

SDH Management Services LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, reach out to [email protected].

An offer of employment for this role is contingent upon the successful completion of background check and drug screening. We are a certified Drug Free Workplace.

About the Company

Smith Douglas Homes

Constructs affordable, quality homes in Southeast

Smith Douglas Homes builds affordable, quality homes in the Southeastern United States, focusing on markets like Atlanta, Raleigh, Charlotte, Birmingham, and Nashville. Its homes are priced to offer good value relative to competitors while maintaining solid construction standards. The company works through a collaborative network of sales teams, builders, and trade partners to deliver homes efficiently. Revenue comes from home sales, with a wide price range from about $30,000 to over $1,000,000 to fit different budgets. A key feature is the Interactive Home Designer tool, which lets buyers personalize and visualize their homes to improve engagement and satisfaction. The goal is to provide housing solutions that balance affordability with quality, and to stand out by running a streamlined, partner-driven process that delivers value to a diverse range of buyers.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Woodstock, United States
Founded: 2008

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