Entitlements & Development Director-Forestar

Description

• Perform detailed review and analysis of entitlement status of prospective acquisitions on a continuous basis, including assessment of due diligence information and documentation
• Maintain critical relationships within the private development community, state and local governmental and quasi-governmental authorities, and private engineering firms
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
• Collaborate with the Development Director and land development team on department initiatives for improvement
• Oversee the completion, submittal, and approval of construction plans, including soliciting bids for engineers and other consultants, coordinating the submittal of construction plans, and more
• Provide input on selection of subdivision details for amenities and common areas (landscaping materials, screening walls, etc.)
• Coordinate with onsite construction management of community development projects, including oversight of governmental acceptance of public improvements
• Provide support in preparation of internal investment committee memos for approval of acquisitions
• Direct the design and budgeting of “hard” and “soft” cost items in certain communities, including conceptual planning, final construction documents, and development cost estimates
• Maintain all previously approved land use and development entitlements
• Oversee the land development team to ensure timely completion of land development objectives in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• Supervises 2 or more employees

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and a vehicle
• Ability to travel overnight
• Residential development (field) experience of at least 5 years
• Proficiency with MS Office and email
• Professional Engineer certification a plus
• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university
• 7 - 10 years of applicable experience to include at least 3 years of supervisory experience as well as experience in the residential real estate industry
• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field a plus
• Registered Engineer or Planner preferred

Benefits

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance