Jordan Collins

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Results-driven Land Acquisition and Development Manager with 9+ years in civil engineering and construction management across the DFW market. Proven leader in due diligence, entitlements, and infrastructure delivery, successfully delivering $150M+ subdivision portfolios on time and within budget. Excel at turning complex challenges into efficient, profitable projects for homebuilder and developer partners.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager / Acting Dallas Division Development Lead

Academy Development

Irving, Texas

03.2023 - Current

Solely lead the Dallas Division’s land development team (20+ months after leadership turnover), overseeing all acquisitions, entitlement, and project management functions.
Direct consultants and contractors to deliver plats, permits, and infrastructure across projects valued at $150M+, maintaining schedules and budgets.
Serve as primary development liaison for homebuilders, municipalities, and landowners, strengthening the company’s Dallas market position.
Partner with corporate executives to evaluate and secure disposition contracts for 500+ lots, enhancing asset management within the division.
Developed and implemented project management methodologies that streamlined workflows, improving oversight of project budgets and cash flows.
Collaborated with marketing and planning teams to create a new mini-master plan community with 1,700 lots, establishing a new benchmark for the company.

Land Project Manager

M/I Homes

Lewisville, Texas

07.2021 - 01.2023

Reviewed and underwrote land deals totaling 1,000+ lots across DFW region.
Developed project budgets and pro forma's for projects valued up to $25M, ensuring financial viability and alignment with development goals.
Built critical-path project schedules with Microsoft Project, ensuring timely delivery of entitlements.
Coordinated due diligence, entitlement, and consultant teams to ensure timely acquisition of necessary approvals and compliance.
Created bid forms, reviewed contractor proposals, and led negotiations, achieving cost-effective contracts to optimize project budget.

Project/Construction Manager

Kirkman Engineering, LLC

Colleyville, Texas

11.2016 - 07.2021

Managed commercial and residential development projects, directing design and construction activities to ensure timely and within-budget completion.
Partnered with developers to coordinate utility delivery, secure plat approvals, and establish project schedules, facilitating project progress and compliance.
Oversaw construction document reviews, ensuring compliance with municipal and contractual requirements.
Produced feasibility studies, zoning, and platting analyses, providing developers and investors with critical insights for informed decision-making.

Education

M.S. - Construction Management

Louisiana State University

Baton Rouge, LA

05-2022

B.S. - Civil Engineering

University of Texas At Arlington

Arlington, TX

12-2016

Skills

Project management
Budgeting & Cost Control
Project scheduling
Land Acquisition & Development

Civil Engineering & Entitlements
Consultant & Contractor Management
Regulatory compliance
Stakeholder negotiation

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