OverviewJOB TITLE: Senior Land Planner
Description: The Senior Land Planner is responsible for overseeing land planning and entitlement processes, coordinating with internal teams and consultants, and delivering viable, market-driven site plans. This role requires strong technical knowledge, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complex municipal processes.
Job Responsibilities:- Lead conceptual land planning and site design for master planned communities, residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments
- Prepare and manage site layouts, yield studies, and development feasibility analyses
- Coordinate with civil engineers, architects, surveyors, and other consultants
- Work with development team on entitlement processes, including zoning, subdivision approvals, and permitting
- Work with development team in meetings with municipalities, planning commissions, and public stakeholders
- Interpret and apply zoning ordinances, land use codes, and development standards
- Identify risks and constraints related to site development and propose solutions
- Work with development team to provide strategic input on land acquisition opportunities and due diligence reviews
- Oversee and mentor junior planners or internal team members
- Ensure project timelines and milestones are met
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:- 5+ years of experience in land planning, preferably within residential or mixed-use development
- Strong understanding of zoning ordinances, entitlement processes, and municipal approvals
- Experience working with AutoCAD, GIS, or similar design/planning tools
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Experience working with private developers or land development firms preferred
- Familiarity with real estate development financial fundamentals preferred
- Local/regional knowledge of planning and entitlement processes preferred
Education and Certificates:- Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field
- Professional certification (AICP, PLA, PE, or similar) preferred
Physical Requirements: - Ability to work in both office and active construction environments
- Ability to walk and inspect jobsites in varying field conditions
- Ability to wear required PPE when on site
- Ability to travel to project locations regularly
