Entitlements Manager

D.R. Horton; Smyrna (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental and Vision

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase

Flex spending accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking an Entitlements Manager to oversee entitlements and due diligence for development projects, coordinate with consultants, and secure zoning and governmental approvals.

The role emphasizes feasibility analysis, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring project timelines align with development goals. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and several years of related experience, with strong communication, planning, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of entitlements, due diligence, or land development experience for large-scale projects.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to manage complex regulatory processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and manage entitlements and land staff activities.
• Perform due diligence and feasibility analyses for acquisitions.
• Obtain entitlements and government approvals for projects; liaise with public agencies.
• Oversee subdivision plans, permits, and related submittals.
• Coordinate with consultants to support entitlement efforts and project schedules.
• Engage with city staff, developers, and public meetings; travel as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

GED with 7 years experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Description D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Entitlements Manager. The right candidate will oversee the process and maintain responsibility for entitlements and due diligence for projects. Determine the feasibility of a planned acquisition. Facilitate the entitlement of a property, including obtaining zoning and governmental approvals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plan, direct and manage the activities of the Entitlements Staff or Land Staff
• Complete Due Diligence/Feasibility analysis of projects prior to acquisition
• Obtain Entitlements for projects, including all governmental approvals, negotiations with public agencies and assist with representation at public meetings
• Oversee the preparation, submittal, and approval of all subdivision related plans and permits
• Manage daily activities in due diligence process pertaining to obtaining entitlements from jurisdictional authorities for assigned projects, including but not limited to zone changes, concept plans, preliminary plats, etc.
• Plan, direct, and manage the activities of consultants (civil engineers, land planners, geotechnical engineers, hydrologic consultants, etc.) performing due diligence and entitlement services to adhere to project schedules
• Review and evaluate consultant scopes of work, Development Agreements, site plans, soil and wetland determinations, and other technical reports and data
• Establish contact and working relationships with utility companies to identify location, availability and guidelines for service to assigned projects
• Research and organize project costs in conjunction with the land development team to create feasibility budgets to determine the financial viability of a planned community
• In conjunction with hired consultants determine any offsite utility/roadway improvements required for project feasibility
• Work in conjunction with local DHI Executive Team to determine product mix and in determining overall viability of potential projects
• Attend meetings with city staff and the development team, as well as public hearings or neighbor meetings
• Review civil construction documents for consistency, cost saving measures, and constructability
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
• Ability to travel overnight

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises 2 or more employees

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university and 5 years of related experience and/or training or a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) and seven years of related experience and/or training
• Possess excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to deliver effective and engaging presentations to a variety of audiences
• Ability to focus under pressure and comfortable meeting tight deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
• Proficiency with MS Office and email
• Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision
• The noise level is generally moderate

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered planner or engineer preferred

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

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