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Fairfax, Virginia, United States
Onsite
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Job Summary
The Manager Land Planning & Entitlement is responsible for managing land projects throughout the entitlement process to achieve scheduled milestones for the obtaining of zoning and development permits, and obtaining subdivision improvement, entry, landscaping, and amenity plans.
This position requires onsite attendance 5 days per week at our Division Office in Fairfax, Virginia in addition to assigned communities in the Fairfax surrounding areas.
Primary Job Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day activities of project due diligence, feasibility budgets and schedules, planning and entitlement activities. Support programs established by the Area management team.
Assign and manage due diligence projects for the designated business unit or geographic area. Assess project risks and establishes consulting and engineering development activities.
Coordinate land planning with various municipalities, agencies and utility authorities.
Pursue zoning and land use changes thru public meetings and governmental hearings.
Manage all pre-acquisition land development budgets, schedules, and cash flow activities.
Review Purchase Agreements for necessary entitlement deal points and monitor compliance with terms. Aid in coordination of joint development agreements or joint venture.
Review design documents, site plans, improvement plans and plats for project coordination and accuracy. Determine availability requirements for all utilities, concurrencies, and impact fees.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Career Level (M2)
Organizational Impact:
Plans and establishes goals and objectives for a team of professionals, with direct impact on the immediate or short-term operational results of the area.
Typically does not have budget accountability, but may manage day- to-day spreadsheets or elements of the budget (e.g., overtime for staff, expense monitoring)
Leadership & Talent Management:
Supervises a team consisting of professionals, typically at the entry or intermediate level.
Leads, directs and reviews the work of team members in order to accomplish operational plans and results.
Provides primary input to hiring, firing, promotion, performance and rewards decisions for direct reports.
Knowledge & Experience:
Requires basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching and process execution.
Typically requires specialized knowledge of technical or operational practices within assigned discipline.
Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2-4 years prior relevant experience.
Required Skills
Advanced analytic skills
Excellent Excel skills
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Ability to effectively communicate/work with others
Ability to work independently
Self-starter
Required Licensing, Registration and/or Certifications
Valid Driver’s License because driving is an essential function of this position.
Physical Requirements
Not applicable
Pay Information
$135,000 - $150,000 annually depending upon experience.
This position is also eligible for an annual bonus incentive based on the successful completion of defined performance objectives.
General Description of Benefits:
Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Plan. Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. Employees are covered by company-paid disability and basic life insurance. Voluntary insurance coverage options, including critical illness and hospital indemnity, are also available. In addition, the Company offers an Employee Assistance Program and tuition reimbursement (as applicable). In addition to up to 9 paid company holidays per year, employees with less than 10 years of service are eligible for up to 23 paid days off and employees with 10 or more years of service are eligible for up to 28 paid days off. Note that all Sales Consultants, except those in CA, are not eligible for paid time off, but receive the equivalent days in unpaid time off and 8 paid sales holidays. Employees should consult with their local Human Resources Representative to discuss the composition of their available time off, which may differ based on work location and paid sick time eligibility.
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