Full-Time

Director Land Planning & Entitlement

Updated on 7/21/2026

PulteGroup

PulteGroup

No salary listed

Scottsdale, AZ, USA

In Person

Category
Real Estate (1)
Requirements
  • University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 6-8 years prior relevant experience
  • Broad management and leadership knowledge to lead project or program teams in one department/area
  • Advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with broad understanding of other areas within the department
  • Valid Driver’s License because driving is an essential function of this position
Responsibilities
  • Lead the entitlement strategy and planning execution for multiple large-scale land development projects, ensuring timely approvals of rezonings, site plans, construction drawings, plats, permits, and improvement plans across diverse jurisdictions
  • Oversee due diligence, feasibility analysis, value engineering, and entitlement budgeting for all active and prospective projects, ensuring alignment with financial and operational goals
  • Direct cross-functional collaboration with Land Acquisition, Development, Legal, and Operations teams to ensure seamless project transitions and alignment with master plan objectives
  • Serve as the primary liaison with municipalities, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders, advocating for project approvals and resolving entitlement challenges
  • Review and negotiate Purchase Agreements and joint development agreements, ensuring entitlement-related terms are clearly defined and executed
  • Manage and mentor a team of planning and entitlement professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and professional growth
  • Oversee compliance with all permitting and regulatory documentation, including SWPPP, NOI, NOT, and other jurisdictional requirements
  • Lead HOA strategy and governance activities for assigned communities, ensuring alignment with long-term operational and community goals
  • Monitor regional planning trends, zoning changes, and policy developments to proactively position the company for future growth opportunities
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Desired Qualifications
  • Professional Engineer license preferred

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