Land Development Manager

Land Development Manager Commercial Real Estate | Fort Myers, FL Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Competitive Pay + Bonus + Full Benefits

Bring Commercial Projects to Life—From Concept to Construction

Creighton Construction & Management is looking for a skilled Land Development Manager to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll guide commercial real estate projects from site feasibility through design, permitting, and bidding—playing a critical part in shaping new development across the U.S.

You’ll work closely with consultants, municipalities, and internal teams to keep projects on track, on budget, and moving forward. This is a hands-on management role that supports the Director of Development and interacts daily with engineers, architects, surveyors, clients, and city officials.

Location Our office is in Fort Myers, FL, and we strongly prefer local candidates or those open to relocation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial development projects from feasibility through permit approvals and pre-construction
• Coordinate and lead consultants : civil engineers, architects, surveyors, traffic engineers, and more
• Develop and manage project budgets and development schedules
• Review leases and purchase and sale agreements (PSAs) to understand site requirements and critical obligations
• Lead communication with municipalities and regulatory agencies for entitlements and permitting
• Review and value-engineer site plans, architectural drawings, and civil designs
• Partner with construction, real estate, and client teams to ensure alignment and timeline execution
• Identify and mitigate risks that may impact project cost, schedule, or approvals
• Maintain clear documentation and reporting on project status, milestones, and deliverables

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