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Entitlements Manager

  2025-08-24     Find Great People | FGP     Greenville,SC  
Description:

Position Summary:

The Entitlements Manager oversees and drives the entitlement and due diligence process for land development projects, and oversees a small team. This role evaluates the feasibility of planned acquisitions, secures zoning and governmental approvals, and ensures compliance with all relevant regulations. The ideal candidate will appreciate working with a company known for it's collaborative culture and internal growth opportunity.


Location: Candidates must be based in the greater Greenville, SC area, or be willing to relocate there.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, direct, and manage the entitlement/land team members.
  • Conduct due diligence and feasibility analyses prior to property acquisition.
  • Secure entitlements for projects, including all required governmental approvals and negotiations with public agencies.
  • Oversee preparation, submittal, and approval of subdivision plans, permits, and other project documentation.
  • Coordinate daily activities related to obtaining approvals such as zone changes, concept plans, and preliminary plats.
  • Manage and oversee consultants (e.g., civil engineers, land planners, geotechnical engineers, hydrologists) to ensure deliverables meet project timelines.
  • Review and evaluate consultant scopes of work, development agreements, site plans, and technical reports.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with utility providers to confirm service availability and requirements.
  • Collaborate with the land development team to prepare project budgets and assess financial viability.
  • Identify required offsite improvements (e.g., utility extensions, roadway upgrades) for project feasibility.
  • Partner with leadership to determine product mix and overall project viability.
  • Represent the organization in meetings with municipalities, at public hearings, and in community engagements.
  • Review civil construction documents for accuracy, cost efficiency, and constructability.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in planning, engineering, construction management, or related field, preferred.
  • Candidate's must have strong experience with entitlements, zoning and permitting.
  • PE designation strongly preferred, but not required.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and email applications.


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