Development Planner: Permits, Entitlements & Coordination

D.R. Horton; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. in Visalia, California, is seeking a Forward Planner to oversee overall progress and planning of construction projects, approvals, and permits. This role requires coordinating with design teams and external consultants to ensure timely entitlement milestones.

The candidate should have 3–5 years of related experience, a two-year degree or equivalent, and a valid driver’s license. Proficiency in MS Office and strong planning skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• Three to five years of related experience and/or training.
• Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read architectural and engineering plans.
• Proficiency with MS Office and email.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and direct consultants in design and development of improvement, final plat, landscape and dry utility plans.
• Submit plans to city and county agencies for approval and permit processing.
• Develop and maintain entitlement schedule and budget.
• Manage consultant contracts and approve invoices.
• Provide lot exhibits, community information statements, CC&Rs and easement disclosure to Sales Department.

Skills

Reading architectural plans

MS Office

Communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Email

Job description

D.R. Horton, Inc. in Visalia, California, is seeking a Forward Planner to oversee overall progress and planning of construction projects, approvals, and permits. This role requires coordinating with design teams and external consultants to ensure timely entitlement milestones.

The candidate should have 3–5 years of related experience, a two-year degree or equivalent, and a valid driver’s license. Proficiency in MS Office and strong planning skills are essential for success in this position.