Strategic Project Planner – Land Development

Core States Group; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Values-driven culture

Bonus programs

401(k) match

Healthcare benefits

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Core States Group is seeking a skilled Project Planner (Land Development) to join our team in a hybrid work setup. The role focuses on managing client relationships, overseeing due diligence, site planning, and the entitlement process for private land development projects.

You will coordinate documents, liaise with agencies, and track deliverables while supporting construction permitting and contract administration. This is a full-time position offering growth and collaboration across offices.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in land development or related field.
• College degree or technical certification in land use planning, real estate, environmental consulting, engineering, construction, or related field.
• Experience with due diligence, site planning, land use entitlements, environmental review, and construction permitting.
• Ability to communicate with clients and team members; strong technical writing and public speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison with clients and agencies through clear communication and representation.
• Conduct due diligence investigations, review codes, refine site plans, and prepare reports.
• Prepare and process land use applications, review staff reports, and testify at hearings.
• Coordinate acquisition of documents and studies (surveys, traffic, environmental reports).
• Coordinate processing and approval of construction permit applications.
• Track deliverables using standard forms and procedures; prepare and administer contracts.

Skills

Client liaison

Due diligence

Site planning

Land use entitlements

Public speaking

Technical writing

AI tool adoption

Contract administration

Education

College degree in land use planning or related field

Job description

Core States Group is seeking a skilled Project Planner (Land Development) to join our team in a hybrid work setup. The role focuses on managing client relationships, overseeing due diligence, site planning, and the entitlement process for private land development projects.

You will coordinate documents, liaise with agencies, and track deliverables while supporting construction permitting and contract administration. This is a full-time position offering growth and collaboration across offices.