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The Nrp Group Llc

Senior Horizontal Design Manager

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The Nrp Group Llc
Developer of residential communities and mixed-use properties with a focus on affordability and sustainability.
Lead transformative, large-scale multifamily housing projects and shape the future of urban living as a Horizontal Design Manager.
18d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Las Vegas, NV
Hybrid
Company Size
400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Property Development
Design
General Contractor
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Sector Specialisms
Multifamily Residential
Affordable Housing
Market-Rate Communities
Real Estate Development
General Contracting
Property Management
Role
What you would be doing
coordinate permits
process improvements
design packages
horizontal design
site visits
risk assessments
  • Proactively identify discretionary and quasi-discretionary approvals, site constraints, and design factors impacting project viability, cost, and schedule; coordinate and review entitlement and horizontal design packages, gathering and incorporating feedback from design and construction personnel throughout permitting stages; and manage the preparation, internal review, approval, and recordation of legal documents (agreements, easements, plats).
  • Implement process improvements within the design phase to drive efficiency.
  • Champion operational efficiencies to optimize costs, speed, and productivity.
  • Lead and shape critical due diligence, horizontal design, and consultant processes from project conceptualization through construction administration.
  • Ensure project deliverables align with company goals for quality, timeline, and budget.
  • Execute strategies and maintain relationships with strategic partners and consultants, aligning them with overall project strategy.
  • Recommend and implement standardization strategies to ensure quality and scalability.
  • Compile comprehensive handoff documents for internal reference.
  • Partner with internal teams to value engineer projects during design and post-pricing milestones.
  • Develop and implement pre-development and construction phase spend strategies to expedite schedules.
  • Review and approve project execution plans to achieve or exceed approved metrics (return targets).
  • Secure final approvals and permits, coordinating responses to regulatory review comments.
  • Manage accountability and alignment with consultants and strategic partners.
  • Manage rezoning and special use permits, attending neighborhood, staff, and public hearings.
  • Conduct risk assessments during due diligence and evaluate entitlement conditions.
  • Prepare and manage soft cost budgets, maintaining issue lists for horizontal design and entitlements.
  • Serve as a key resource to Developers, Design Managers, and Construction Personnel for design-related information.
  • Assist construction personnel with franchise utility coordination and municipal issues during construction.
  • Contribute to cost-effective solutions for design and construction.
  • Manage team design and coordination meetings (agendas/minutes), develop and maintain detailed project schedules (design through permitting), and maintain a comprehensive project issue log for horizontal design, entitlements, and related tasks.
  • Vet, commission, and manage consultant proposals and change orders to ensure accuracy and cost-effectiveness.
  • Accountable: Drives A+ performance rigor and discipline across the project team for joint responsibility and accountability for economic and organizational goals, including accountability for cross-organizational efficiency, speed, and productivity.
  • Support project financial closings by preparing documentation and addressing lender and equity inquiries.
What you bring
project management
communication skills
ms office
owner’s rep.
bachelor’s degree
strategic thinking
  • Expertise in integrated project management and governance frameworks.
  • Present complex information clearly and concisely and create compelling project narratives for various audiences leveraging strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
  • Familiarity with zoning regulations, real estate debt and equity financing, community engagement, and regulatory processes.
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Real Estate, Land Planning, or related field preferred.
  • Teamwork: Collaboration and open communication across all functions.
  • Lead by Example: Demonstrates integrity and consistency in actions, setting a positive example for others to follow and build trust.
  • Professionalism: Exemplary representation of the organization in all business activities.
  • Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, managing due diligence, entitlements, and large-scale projects.
  • Resilient & Adaptable: Thrives in ambiguous and high-pressure situations by maintaining composure and motivation while under pressure, making confident and timely decisions, and adapting quickly to shifting priorities, requirements, or constraints. This includes a willingness to embrace calculated risks, ensuring steady leadership and quality outcomes in the face of setbacks.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; knowledge of project management tools is a plus.
  • Experience as an “owner’s representative” or similar role, ensuring alignment between construction, development and financial goals.
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in real estate development or multifamily housing.
  • Experience with financial planning, budget management, and P&L accountability.
  • Strategic: Demonstrates the ability to anticipate future trends and challenges and aligns resources effectively to capitalize on opportunities and mitigate risks. This involves seeing the big picture, understanding how individual projects contribute to broader organizational objectives, and making sound, decisive decisions based on strategic judgment. Ability to be proactive, identify problems, assess priorities, and develop effective solutions.
  • Relationship Builder: Excels at fostering trust, collaboration, and alignment across teams and partners; is diplomatic in handling conflicts or differing opinions tactfully, fostering a positive and cooperative environment.
  • Communication: Effectively engages internal and external stakeholders through exceptional interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, fostering understanding and building rapport. This includes the ability to influence and negotiate with transparency, honesty, and trust, clearly convey complex information, and create compelling narratives for diverse audiences, utilizing strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills. Builds credibility through consistent and dependable actions, demonstrating integrity and creating a foundation of trust.
Benefits
  • Employee referral & recognition programs
  • Commission and bonus opportunities
  • Paid maternity & parental bonding leave
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Short & long term disability
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Training, certification, & growth opportunities
  • 11 Paid holidays
  • 401(k) Match
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
  • conducted during due diligence to ensure alignment between construction, development and financial goals.
Company
Overview
Since 1994
Year Established
The company has been operational since 1994.
  • The company has evolved into a leading developer of residential communities and mixed-use properties.
  • With a strong emphasis on delivering high-quality, affordable housing, NRP focuses on creating sustainable communities.
  • The company specializes in the development, construction, and management of apartment communities across the U.S.
  • The company’s portfolio includes properties in both urban and suburban locations, catering to a wide range of residents.
  • Noteworthy projects include a mix of market-rate apartments and affordable housing aimed at providing accessible living spaces.
  • The company’s integrated approach ensures that each project is built with a long-term view, often incorporating eco-friendly technologies and design.
Culture + Values
#1 Developer
US Ranking
Targeting the top position in multifamily housing development across the United States.
  • To be the best‑in‑class vertically integrated developer, owner, builder, and manager of multifamily housing.
  • To grow our lead as the #1 multifamily developer in the U.S that creates both Affordable & Market Rate communities at scale.
  • We will be innovators. Our talented professionals will set the pace for our industry through their collective ambition to succeed where others may not.
  • Our relentless approach to problem solving ... will continue to create the highest‑quality communities that improve the lives of the residents and enhance the neighborhoods in which they are located.
  • Integrity
  • Teamwork
  • Professionalism
  • High Performance
  • Open and Approachable
  • Diversity
  • Sense of Purpose
  • Fun
  • NRP Cares
Environment + Sustainability
120 Students
Enrolled in Property Management Courses
Through a historic gift to Cleveland State University, 120 students are now enrolled in property management courses, supporting education and research in real estate and property management.
2021 Launch
NRP Zero Cleantech Fund Established
The company established the NRP Zero cleantech fund in 2021, focused on investments aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).
  • Committed to analyzing, monitoring, improving, and communicating all aspects of corporate responsibility performance indicators (people, planet, profit).
  • Partnered with University of Michigan Ross on sustainable energy incentive research for affordable developments (2024 cohort).
  • Signatory to UN Principles for Responsible Investment since October 14, 2019.
  • Embedded ESG assessment into all investment, asset management, and divestment phases per ESG guidelines.
  • No explicit net-zero target date found.
Inclusion & Diversity
42% Female Workforce
Female Representation
The company's workforce comprises 42% female employees.
61% Female Managers
NRP Manager Representation
NRP Managers are 61% female.
46% Leadership Diversity
Diversity in Leadership
Executive & Senior Leadership comprises 46% diverse members.
69% Minority Hires
2024 Hiring Diversity
69% of hires in 2024 were minorities.
  • Three-pillar DEI strategy: Talent Acquisition & Development; Leader Accountability & Communication; Education, Awareness & Engagement.
  • Diversity Leadership Council chaired by CEO with executive, senior leader and cross-functional membership.
  • Employee Resource Groups include: Cultures Connected; NRPCares; Pride at NRP; Women’s Inclusion Network (WIN).
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