Land Entitlement Director

The mission of Allied Development is to grow the legacy of land owners, communities and builders by developing land that allows families to flourish. We bring value to land owners by maximizing their opportunity while prioritizing their needs. We bring value to local communities by turning their vision of growth into reality. We bring value to the builders of America by creating prime projects for them to build. We do this by uniting all parties together in alignment to effectively execute successful real estate developments. We are successful when a project is completed and everyone win

Right now, we're on the lookout for a trailblazing Land Entitlement Director with a proven track record in residential land entitlement approvals and a keen insight into the nuances of entitlements. We need someone who not only thrives on strategic analysis and meticulous planning but also exudes confidence and charisma in high-stakes presentations and interactions.

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Job Description:

The Land Entitlement Director is responsible for guiding and overseeing the entitlement and development project management for assigned development projects. The successful candidate will lead various projects that are in various stages of entitlement and will be the liaison between the company, the municipalities in which it’s engaging as well as a diverse team of consultants, civil engineers and attorneys working towards obtaining necessary approvals and delivering platted lots. Expertise in feasibility and entitlement procedures will be essential in successfully navigating the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will bring with him/her meaningful experience in the residential land development business and be highly adept in the entitlements process.

We’re in search of a dynamic professional; one who’s a process-oriented, analytical thinker, but also one with sound presentation skills and executive presence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the land entitlement/forward planning of projects and land.
• Conduct pre-construction due diligence and manage entitlement process for land acquisitions.
• Prepare entitlement budgets and schedules, density yields, conceptual site plans, and other components necessary to help the Investments Team make feasibility decisions.
• Oversee preparation and/or review easement, development, governmental and legal documents.
• Oversee consultant teams (architects, landscape architects, civil engineers, geotechnical engineers, environmental consultants) for specific projects to ensure timely progression of entitlement process.
• Review civil engineering and other estimates and work directly with in-house land development department and with engineers and municipalities in the design and processing of all civil plans.
• Coordinate all consultant interaction and work directly with various approval agencies including City and County Planning/Engineering/Zoning Departments related to all entitlement processes and other issues that arise.
• Attend and represent the company at all public hearings related to entitlement process.
• Obtain necessary approvals and permits for land use, zoning, and engineering.
• Spearhead compliance with regulations and codes.
• Develop and maintain pre-development and land development budgets while ensuring adherence to budget schedules.
• Review project specifications for infrastructure installation.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and lead the bid process.
• Track and communicate projected milestones to stakeholders. Report and manage delays.
• Contribute to annual business plan projections.
• Maintain effective communication with consultants, vendors, subcontractors and officials.

Job Skills & Experience (Expected Proficiencies)

• A problem-solving mindset, adept at proactive thinking and strategizing to successfully complete projects.
• Exceptional multitasking abilities, capable of efficiently managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Commitment to meeting contractual dates with military precision.
• Experience in entitlements processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a knack for likeability and political finesse.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in maintaining a disciplined note and calendar system.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, land/urban planning, civil engineering, landscape architecture, or related field, or equivalent real estate development experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in land entitlements, construction/engineering, and managing complex project entitlements and permitting.
• At least 5 years of experience in multi-step project management in residential real estate.
• Experience in civil engineering or urban planning is advantageous.
• Open to traveling 2x per month

Travel Requirements:

• Each project will have at least 1 Land Use Hearing (sometimes 2).
• If a project has 2 hearings, they are typically spaced 2 to 4 weeks apart.
• The hearings take place in the evenings (City Council Hearing, Planning and Zoning Hearing, etc.). Typically fly in the morning or afternoon of the hearing, attend the hearing in the evening, and then fly home the next day.
• Average 10 projects, with anywhere from 10 to 20 hearings. (1-2 travel days/month)
• Certain projects could require more travel. For example, if there's a neighborhood meeting required for the project, the PM would have to travel to attend that meeting

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