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Land Entitlement Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

NVR, Inc.

Land Entitlement Manager

Tampa, FL · On-site

As a Land Entitlement Manager , you will work with our industry-leading home building team to coordinate/manage the zoning and entitlement of projects, establish budgets and deliver on target within ...

Stanley Martin Homes

Land Entitlement Manager

Tampa, FL · On-site

Explore Opportunities Today A day in the life of a Land Entitlement Manager As a Land Entitlement Manger your day-to-day work will focus on advancing projects through the entitlement stage after Land ...

NVR Inc

Land Entitlement Manager

Tampa, FL

As a Land Entitlement Manager , you will work with our industry-leading home building team to coordinate/manage the zoning and entitlement of projects, establish budgets and deliver on target within ...

White's Site Development

Land Entitlement Trainee

Orlando, FL · On-site

$93K - $120K/yr

Land Entitlement Trainee White's Site Development | Orlando / Central Florida | Entry Level About Us White's Site Development is a Central Florida civil site development company specializing in ...

M/I Homes

Land Acquisition Manager

Orlando, FL · On-site

Assists in the land entitlement process. * Develops and maintains property contact listings through continuous research and analysis of available land; establishes and maintains builder and developer ...

M/I Homes

Land Acquisition Manager

Orlando, FL · On-site

Assists in the land entitlement process. * Develops and maintains property contact listings through continuous research and analysis of available land; establishes and maintains builder and developer ...

M/I Homes

Land Acquisition Manager

Orlando, FL · On-site

Assists in the land entitlement process. * Develops and maintains property contact listings through continuous research and analysis of available land; establishes and maintains builder and developer ...

M/I Homes

Land Acquisition Manager

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

Assists in the land entitlement process. * Assists with special projects as requested and performs additional duties as required. Requirements Minimum Education Experience: Bachelor's degree in ...

M/I Homes

Land Acquisition Manager

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

Assists in the land entitlement process. * Assists with special projects as requested and performs additional duties as required. Requirements Minimum Education Experience: Bachelor's degree in ...

M/I Homes

Land Acquisition Manager

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

Assists in the land entitlement process. * Assists with special projects as requested and performs additional duties as required. Requirements Minimum Education Experience: Bachelor's degree in ...

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What does a land entitlement job involve?

A Land Entitlement job involves guiding properties through the approval process required for development. This includes securing zoning changes, permits, environmental approvals, and other necessary entitlements from local, state, and federal agencies. Professionals in this role work closely with government officials, engineers, architects, and developers to ensure compliance with regulations while maximizing a property's development potential. They help navigate legal and political challenges to streamline project approvals efficiently. Effective communication, negotiation, and project management skills are essential for success in this field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in land entitlement roles?

To thrive in Land Entitlement, you need expertise in land use planning, zoning regulations, project management, and often a degree in urban planning, real estate, or a related field. Familiarity with GIS software, permitting databases, and understanding of local regulatory processes is crucial. Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills are highly valued for building consensus among stakeholders. These skills ensure successful navigation of complex regulatory frameworks and keep projects moving forward efficiently.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in land entitlement roles?

One of the main challenges in Land Entitlement is managing the complex and often lengthy approval processes with various governmental agencies and local communities. Professionals must balance development goals with regulatory requirements, community concerns, and frequent changes in zoning laws or environmental standards. Successfully addressing these challenges requires adaptability, proactive communication, and strong relationship-building with public officials and stakeholders. Those who excel in this position are able to anticipate potential roadblocks and strategize solutions to maintain project timelines and build project support.

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Land Entitlement Manager

Tampa, FL • On-site

NVR, Inc.
Construction • 5 - 10K employees

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

NVR has been helping families build their happily ever after since 1948. As a Top 5 US homebuilder, we're committed to quality and to our customers and we take pride in the nearly 500,000 new homes we have sold and built across the country. Working in the homebuilding industry is tangible and rewarding, but not every job at NVR requires a hard hat. We don't just sell and build new homes; we also manage teams, acquire land, manufacture materials, provide mortgages to our customers, and provide corporate support to NVR's multi-billion dollar business operations.
As a Land Entitlement Manager, you will work with our industry-leading home building team to coordinate/manage the zoning and entitlement of projects, establish budgets and deliver on target within projected timelines. In performing your responsibilities, you may work with third party counsel, consultants, engineers/architects, contractors and other professional service providers as needed to prudently assess, entitle, deliver and complete projects.
Those who are deal-oriented and understand the dynamics and challenges of the local land market in the current real estate climate will be challenged and feel rewarded in this role. Your ability to demonstrate an understanding of strategies to take advantage of current trends and adjust entitlement efforts accordingly will make you an asset to NVR's team.
Primary Responsibilities
  • In conjunction with land acquisition team, evaluate prospective new unentitled ("raw") land opportunities within specific target areas
  • Determine probability of rezoning approvals based on political environment, historical performance and professional resources
  • Work with municipal planners to identify growth corridors within municipalities which match their Comprehensive Growth Plans
  • Conduct feasibility analysis including Land Planning, provide yield, on-site and off-site cost analysis, and develop project entitlement and timeline expenses.
  • Manage Feasibility process to include review and recommendations on title, Phase I environmental report, geotechnical studies, topo, endangered species, utility availability, traffic impact and any other relevant aspects of the project, which may impact cost or timing.
  • Manage entitlement process including applications, design, engineering, submittals and permitting for targeted projects
  • Assist the Land Manager with transfer of the project entitlements to development partner/assignee to ensure seamless transition
  • Serve as a liaison and "area expert" for developer partners to help coordinate administrative and permitting issues that may arise, including coordination of platting processes.
  • Development of preliminary development budgets and timelines

Qualifications
  • 5+ years' experience in land entitlement or civil engineering project management
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Residential Real estate entitlement / development experience
  • Background in land planning, law, engineering or real estate
  • Homebuilding industry experience, a plus

Life at NVR
We offer benefits among the best in the industry, including a home purchase discount and Employee Stock Ownership Program. Our benefits reflect the strong commitment we have to all of our employees.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Drug Testing and Credit Check are required.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States, as NVR does not provide visa sponsorships.

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