Entitlements Manager

Bellevue, WA

Work for a residential real estate development firm, that is looking for an Entitlements Manager to oversee due diligence, the entitlement process, and approval activities for residential development projects.

This role is responsible for evaluating land opportunities, managing consultants, and coordinating with municipalities and regulatory agencies to secure project approvals.

Entitlements Manager Responsibilities

• Manage entitlement activities, including rezones, plats, permits, and other development approvals.
• Conduct due diligence and feasibility analysis for prospective land acquisitions.
• Coordinate with municipalities, utility providers, and regulatory agencies throughout the approval process.
• Oversee consultants such as civil engineers, planners, and environmental specialists.
• Review development plans, technical reports, and project budgets.
• Attend public meetings and agency hearings to support project approvals.
• Track project schedules and ensure entitlement milestones are met.
• Lead a team of land development Project Managers.
  
  

Entitlements Manager Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Planning, Engineering, Real Estate Development, or a related field preferred.
• At least 4 years of experience in land entitlement, planning, land development, or civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of zoning, permitting, subdivision, and municipal approval processes.
• Experience managing consultants and coordinating with government agencies.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Professional planning or engineering certification is a plus.
  
  

Company Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401k match
• Employee stock purchase plan available.
• Paid time-off and holidays
  
  

Compensation: $120K - $140K (DOE), plus $40K bonus