Assistant Project Manager - Regulatory Planning

LJA•Houston, TX

19d

About The Position

As a Assistant Project Manager at LJA Land Development, you will be responsible for assisting with the managing and coordinating of projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and facilitating the approval process. These projects could include items such as zoning, platting, variance requests, and major thoroughfare plan amendments. Your responsibilities will consist of understanding the regulatory approval process for various jurisdictions, presenting project proposals to governing bodies and clients, demonstrated knowledge of zoning codes and documents, managing and assisting with the preparation of documents during the platting process, and maintaining strong knowledge of city requirements. Additionally, you will contribute to the design process, interpret city ordinances, and demonstrate initiative in project management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), or the ability to achieve it within an appropriate time period.
Minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably with at least 1 year at a public entity (City, County, Toll Authority, etc.)
Strong knowledge of regulatory approval processes for various jurisdictions.
Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in high-pressure situations.
Familiarity with zoning documents and the ability to write them from start to finish.
Experience in managing platting projects, from submittal to approval, with minimal guidance.
Sound understanding of city requirements and the ability to gather necessary items for project submittals.
Proficiency in interpreting city ordinances and applying them to project designs.
Knowledge of standard design criteria and their application to project development.
Detail-oriented with the ability to build plats accurately and efficiently, review and prepare zoning documents, review and prepare exhibits for inclusion with city submittals, or exhibits by client request.
Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to perform well under high-stress situations.

Nice To Haves

AutoCAD
Adobe Suite

Responsibilities

Regulatory Approval Process
Presentation Skills
Zoning Documents
Platting Project Management
City Requirements
Design Process and Criteria
Plat Development
Fast-Paced Environment
Follow-through and Initiative

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.