Development Manager, Entitlements
NorthPoint Development LLC
Job Description
Job Description
*This is an on-site role in Cincinnati, Charlotte, Detroit, Kansas City, or St. Louis
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NorthPoint is a real estate developer that has grown through combining an entrepreneurial spirit and empowerment of its team members. We are looking for a Development Manager, Entitlements, to join our growing team. This position will be a key leader in the pre-development lifecycle of NorthPoint Development's industrial and data center projects. This role is responsible for navigating the complex entitlement and permitting landscape to secure all necessary jurisdictional approvals. The ideal candidate will bring experience in land use, zoning, permitting regulations, ensuring that our projects are "shovel-ready" on schedule and on budget. This individual will act as a primary problem solver, coordinating with internal teams and external consultants to overcome regulatory and technical hurdles. NorthPoint provides an inclusive environment that cultivates collaboration and mentorship. Our core values set the foundation of our culture and guide us in every business decision.
“We truly believe, and I’m convinced, we have some pretty incredible assets. But those assets have all come from our people.” - Nathaniel Hagedorn | CEO.
How We Put You First
At NorthPoint Development we ask a lot of our employees, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to your competitive salary, we offer market-leading benefits and perks:
- A selection of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- 401k with 100% match up to 6%, immediately vested upon enrollment
- Scholarships and paid professional development
- Wellness Spending Account
- Cellphone Reimbursement
- Mental Health Reimbursement
- Childcare Reimbursement
- $2,000 annual HRA and HSA contribution
- Free catered lunches + fully stocked kitchen
- Parental Paid Leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Living Generously program with 100% charitable contribution match
What You’ll Do
- Lead the project entitlement process from start to finish, including zoning changes, plat approvals, and securing all necessary permits from municipal, county, and state/provincial authorities.
- Conduct comprehensive site feasibility and due diligence, including review of title/survey, environmental reports, and geotechnical studies to identify potential development constraints and opportunities.
- Serve as the primary liaison with public and private utility providers (power, water, sewer, gas, fiber). Manage the process for utility capacity studies, service agreements, and the design and approval of on-site and off-site utility infrastructure.
- Manage and coordinate a team of external consultants, including civil engineers, architects, land use attorneys, and environmental specialists, to ensure the timely submission of high-quality applications and reports.
- Represent NorthPoint Development in public hearings and meetings before planning commissions, city councils, and other governmental bodies to advocate for project approval.
- Perform critical reviews of civil engineering plans, drainage reports, and traffic studies to ensure they meet regulatory requirements and project objectives.
- Develop and maintain detailed schedules and budgets for the pre-development and entitlement phases of projects, tracking progress and reporting on key milestones.
- Ensure a smooth transition of fully entitled projects to the vertical construction team, providing all necessary documentation and background.
Are you passionate about pushing the limits? Are you looking for the freedom to forge your future? If so, we want to talk to you!
Who You Are
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Real Estate, or a related field. A Professional Engineering (PE) license is highly preferred, but not required.
- A minimum of 5-7 years of direct experience in land entitlement, civil engineering, and/or land use planning, with a proven track record of successfully entitling large-scale commercial or industrial projects.
- Deep understanding of the land entitlement process, zoning and subdivision codes and processes, comprehensive plans, and infrastructure development. Experience working with utility providers and navigating regulatory energy frameworks is a significant asset.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet critical deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively negotiate and present complex technical information to a variety of stakeholders, including government officials and community members.
- A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to anticipate potential issues, develop creative solutions, and make decisive judgments to keep projects on track.
- Highly resourceful and collaborative with the ability to work effectively within a team and lead external partners.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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