Job Details

About Red Cedar:

Red Cedar Capital Partners LLC (Red Cedar) is a residential land developer and homebuilder in Charlotte, NC and other southeastern markets. Red Cedar is the parent company of Red Cedar Homes, Red Cedar Development, Red Cedar Construction, and Red Cedar Realty, as well as our building supply company (Evergreen + Maker) - all of which support the Red Cedar ecosystem. Red Cedar has grown exponentially since 2016 and is one of the fastest-growing builders in the Southeast.

Director of Land Development - Greenville

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and driven Director of Land Development to lead our Greenville office's land development operations. This role will be critical in shaping the growth of our communities by overseeing the entire land development process I Greenville-from due diligence through delivery of finished lots. The ideal candidate will bring strategic vision, deep technical expertise, and strong leadership to manage land planning, budgeting, entitlements, infrastructure construction, and team development. This is a high-impact role that requires collaboration across departments, coordination with external agencies, and a proactive approach to risk and schedule management.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead all phases of land development in Greenville including due diligence, entitlements, permitting, design, construction, and turnover to vertical construction teams.
• Oversee the planning and execution of offsite and onsite improvements to ensure timely lot delivery.
• Guide and manage the Greenville land development team; mentor junior staff and foster a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive development budgets, schedules, and scopes of work for multiple concurrent projects.
• Collaborate with the acquisitions team to evaluate development feasibility, risks, and cost implications of new land deals.
• Coordinate closely with the COO, land planners, engineers, contractors, and municipalities to drive approvals, maintain schedules, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Direct bid processes for subcontractors, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships to ensure high-quality, cost-effective development.
• Ensure all federal, state, and local regulations, safety requirements, and environmental compliance guidelines are met throughout development activities.
• Manage stormwater prevention, SWPPP, and BMP compliance throughout project life cycles.
• Represent the company in meetings with local jurisdictions, utility providers, and community stakeholders.
• Track progress against development milestones, reporting key updates and financial metrics to executive leadership.
• Ensure timely completion of land development activities to support construction starts and community openings.
• Oversee final tract acceptance, punch list completion, and bond exoneration processes.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with a major or emphasis in Planning, Engineering, and/or Construction Management preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Land Entitlement and Forward Planning.
• Experience in the homebuilding industry with a general understanding of residential home construction is strongly preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of municipality building codes, land use regulations, construction plans, and site maps.
• Understanding of subcontractor roles and responsibilities, with working knowledge of soil conditions, grading practices, and survey procedures.
• Progressive experience in land development, including leadership in managing budgets, schedules, and multi-phase projects (Director-level applicants should demonstrate career progression).
• Strong leadership, team development, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient in interpreting civil engineering plans and coordinating with consultants, contractors, and jurisdictions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong working knowledge of development budgeting, scheduling, permitting, and construction practices.
• Proficiency in project management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and development scheduling tools.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation required.
• Committed to ethical conduct, safety compliance, and continuous process improvement.

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday, standard daytime hours; 8:30 am - 5 pm

Job Type:

• Full-time position, averaging 40 hours per week

Compensation:

• $100,000-$120,000 annually
• Annual bonus based on company and personal performance

Benefits:

• 100% Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance covered to the employee
• 401k with a Safe Harbor match formula of 100% of employee contributions up to 3% of their compensation, then 50% matching contribution of the next 2% of employee's compensation
• 11 annual company-paid holidays
• 185 hours paid time off annually

Ability to Commute/Relocate:

• Charlotte, NC: Ability to reliably commute or willingness to relocate before starting work (required).

Work Location:

• Onsite | 333 Wade Hampton Blvd. Greenville, SC 29609

Work Environment:

• Office-based environment with a business casual dress code. Standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets, are used in this role.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds
• Vision and hearing acuity to perform job duties effectively
• Maintain a valid Driver's License

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. If you have any questions, please contact us at ...@redcedarco.com. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team at Red Cedar.

Red Cedar Capital Partners LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate based on race, traits historically associated with race, hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sex gender, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation age, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.