Land Planning & Entitlements Manager

M/I Homes, Inc.

Builder of high-quality homes in diverse markets across the U.S., focusing on residential properties.

Oversee entitlements, due diligence, and cross‑functional coordination for new home communities.

2 days ago ago

Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)

Full Time

Indianapolis, IN

Office Full-Time

Company Size

2,000 Employees

Service Specialisms

Construction services

Project Management

Property Development

Design

General Contractor

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Role

What you would be doing

Prepare project due diligence reports to include zoning analysis, impact and development fee summary, and site-specific development considerations.
Assist Land Development to attain development permits (NPDES, IEPA, and various other permits).
Interdepartmental coordination with Land Development, Operations, Sales & Marketing, and Finance to help deliver successful project entitlements.
Examine site plan development with respect to Topo, floodplain, utilities, storm water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage and water feasibility; Prepare preliminary project budget with Land Development team.
Work collaboratively with land acquisition team during the due diligence period to assess the entitlement feasibility for each project.
Represent the Division at public hearings and related meetings for the purpose of obtaining all necessary zoning, development, and construction approvals.
Prepare project-specific CMAs to include a summary of our competition and sub-market resale data.
Work with municipal officials and community groups to ensure necessary public approvals and permit issuances.
Review municipal zoning and subdivision codes affecting bulk standards and building requirements.
Coordinate with zoning attorneys and land development consultants to prepare petitions, agreements, concept/preliminary/final plans, plats, and permit applications.
Work closely with land development team, construction and sales teams to support smooth project execution following approvals.
Assist in HOA management, homeowner concerns, and maintenance.
Manage any additional support staff as required.
Stay informed and track local and regional land use trends, policy changes and legislative matters impacting development.
Monitor and report entitlement milestones, costs and timelines to ensure alignment with Division goals and project schedules.
Assist with the preparation and submittal of Land Committee financial assumptions and reports.
Manage municipal, county, and federal agency relationships to maintain regulatory compliance for entitlements and environmental issues.
Coordinate, schedule, and manage the activities of consultants to ensure necessary entitlements and development schedules are in line with community openings.
Lead and manage the land entitlement process, including preparation of municipal presentation materials, project feasibility timelines, and weekly reporting on status of governmental approvals.
Attend weekly meetings with engineer and update schedule of preliminary engineering, preliminary platting; Review budgets and address construction issues.

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