Vice President, Horizontal Infrastructure & Land Development

Description

The Vice President, Horizontal Infrastructure & Land Development will be integral in the engineering, platting, and permitting of the developed land plans for the Thomas Ranch Master Planned Community (“MPC”), manage construction field operations and schedule for timely completion of the assigned projects and ensure adherence to the approved development budget of those projects to meet the company’s business plans and objectives. The VP, Horizontal Infrastructure & Land Development will also work closely with outside vendors and contractors – and be the primary project manager for timely attainment of Final Plats and SDPs (Site and Subdivision Development Permits).

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead due diligence on prospective projects to include creation/review of preliminary budgets and schedules for infrastructure associated with amenity and entry monuments, and review and provide comments on engineering plans and landscape architecture plans for amenity and entry monuments 
• Create and manage project permitting, design, and development schedules and provide project status reports/updates to the Managing Director at requested intervals 
• Review and analyze submitted site development bid packages and make recommendations for the award of work – as well as contract negotiation, execution, and management 
• Work collaboratively on the design, review, and approval of all project amenities and entry monuments. Lead the permitting, bid, and award processes for each 
• Assume a leadership role in negotiating change orders regarding price and schedule – always being cognizant of the imperative focus needed to be “on time, on vision, and on budget” – and create long-term value for the company 
• Manage the development at the field level through regular site visits and meetings with contractors as required. Including the oversight of all aspects of the development process for infrastructure installation, preparation of graded lots, landscaping, parks, amenities, and entry monuments 
• Engage and coordinate with jurisdictional officials, including Travis and Burnet County planning officials, County and LCRA (Lower Colorado River Authority) permitting officers, and/or inspectors during the attainment of approval for and the installation and inspection of infrastructure, lots, landscaping, hardscaping, irrigation systems, signage, parks, amenities, and entry monuments 
• Interface with utility companies and other parties as needed during construction to ensure the project stays on schedule and on budget – effectively managing cashflow (CFLO) and also properly forecasting for future CFLO needs 
• Manage all aspects of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination (“NPDES”) and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (“SWPPP”) program for each assigned project 
• Conduct or participate in on-site inspections, startups, final walkthroughs, turnovers, etc. as required for each project and permit 
• Interface with Areté leadership, Thomas Ranch Managing Director, and local Thomas Ranch teams to ensure constant communication regarding timing, design elements, site access, and other landscaping and common area hardscape improvements 
• Conducts all business professionally and ethically to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company 
• Oversight of financial performance, including but not limited to; budgeting/planning, forecasting, reporting (monthly financial reviews), vendor relationships, purchase orders, and capital charters 
• Assist in reviewing and approving invoices and pay applications on assigned projects 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and/or Construction Management desired; MBA or LERE (Land Economics and Real Estate) program preferred.
2. 10+ years related experience within master-plan communities and/or resort/hospitality development experience- and familiarity with roads and horizontal infrastructure construction oversight, including landscaping, irrigation systems, hardscape installation and maintenance.
3. Excellent communication, proactive problem identification and problem solving, and project management skills. 
4. Strong communication skills (Written, presentation development, and oral) 
5. Proficiency with MS Office including Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Word + CAD (not an MS program) 
6. Ability to multi-task and attention to detail 
7. Demonstrative leadership and the ability to inspire - including communication, problem-solving, adaptability, empathy, strategic thinking, and team motivation, focusing on guiding, inspiring, and empowering others to achieve personal and collective goals while fostering a positive environment through actions like clear direction, conflict resolution, and leading by example. 
8. Self-starter, who shows the initiative to work independently (entrepreneurial spirit) but works collaboratively also in a dynamic team environment