Entitlements Project Manager
D.R. Horton
- Smyrna, DE
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Guide multiple projects through the entitlement process in a high-volume environment
- Manage and direct all aspects of obtaining entitlements, plan approvals & permits for assigned projects including all entitlement documents and plans, preliminary plats and related approvals
- Manage daily activities in due diligence process pertaining to obtaining entitlements from jurisdictional authorities for assigned projects, including but not limited to plan amendments, zone changes and preliminary plats
- Responsible for preparing and executing assigned project entitlement schedules to meet contractual closing dates and business plan
- Research and organize project costs from multiple departments to create feasibility budgets to determine the financial viability of an assigned project
- Foresee and proactively address impediments and restrictions to achieving timely zoning and full plan approvals from multiple agencies
- Plan, direct and manage the activities of consultants performing due diligence and entitlement services to adhere to project schedules
- Review and evaluate consultant scopes of work, Development Agreements, site plans, soils and wetlands, and other technical reports and data
- Create and coordinate pre-development project schedules with the ability to multitask and manage quality and budget control
- Resolve project entitlement issues quickly and effectively in order to keep entitlement on track
- Establish contact and working relationships with utility companies to identify location, availability and guidelines for service to assigned projects
- Maintain current knowledge on city/county regulations regarding zoning classifications, ordinances, impact fees, preliminary entitlement procedures and other areas that might impact assigned projects
- Prepare collateral material (aerial photos, maps, exhibits, cover etc.) for project submittal
- Review grade plans and construction documents for consistency with defined company standards
- Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Five to seven years related experience and/or training
- Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment and be resourceful
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Advanced Excel skills
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form or via DRH applications
- Proficiency with MS Office and email
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Registered planner or engineer is desirable
- Project Management experience a plus
- Medical, Vision and Dental
- 401(K)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays