Land Entitlement Manager

Description

• Manage comprehensive site feasibility studies, including zoning, land use, environmental constraints, utility availability, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Prepare, submit, and secure subdivision and land use permits, ensuring compliance with local, state, and regional regulations.
• Lead all entitlement processes, securing zoning approvals, land use approvals, subdivision approvals, and other regulatory clearances to meet project schedules and budgets.
• Oversee the creation of Homeowner Associations, including drafting CC&Rs, bylaws, and shared maintenance agreements aligned with entitlement conditions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to communicate entitlement conditions, constraints, and obligations impacting design, development, and construction.
• Conduct preliminary property research, including zoning analysis, code interpretation, and evaluation of entitlement risks for the land acquisition team.
• Develop and manage entitlement-focused project schedules and budgets, overseeing consultants, planners, engineers, attorneys, vendors, and jurisdictional staff.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, land use documents, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple entitlement tracks and deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree in land use planning, business, engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience with an associate degree.
• Strong knowledge of land use planning, zoning codes, and entitlement processes.
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with Stormwater/Grading permits, CSWGP and/or 1200C permits is a plus but not required.
• 5+ years of land entitlement, land use planning, zoning, or residential project management experience.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proficient in Word, Adobe, Outlook, Excel, BlueBeam, and project management software such as Monday.com.
• Experience developing and managing entitlement-related project budgets and consultant scopes.

Benefits

• Participation in our 401(k)-retirement savings plan with Company contributions
• Seven paid holidays
• Paid volunteer hours
• Company supported medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and families
• Employee Referral Bonus - Up to $1,000
• Engaging company culture – Including our annual “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”
• Employee Recognition Program
• 120 hours of paid time off for the first year
• New home discount

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance