Vice President of Land Planning & Entitlement
About The Position
The Vice President of Land Planning & Entitlement is a key member of the Division Ops team, and is responsible for leading the strategic direction, execution, and oversight of all land planning and entitlement activities across the Division. This role ensures that large-scale master-planned communities and development projects are positioned for success through proactive entitlement strategies, regulatory navigation, and cross-functional alignment. The VP serves as a key advisor to the Division President and a primary liaison with municipalities, agencies, and community stakeholders. This position requires onsite attendance 5 days per week at our office located in Fairfax, Virginia in addition to jobsites in the surrounding area.
Requirements
- Basic fundamental knowledge of fundamental civil, geotechnical engineering and surveying
- Land development/homebuilding construction experience required
- Manage political process and interface with governmental entities
- Communication, public speaking and leadership skills
- University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8-10 years prior relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- Set the strategic vision for land planning and entitlement operations, ensuring alignment with Division and Area goals, market expansion, and long-range development plans.
- Oversee the entitlement process for all major projects, from due diligence and feasibility through final platting, permitting, and regulatory approvals across multiple jurisdictions.
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of Directors, Managers, and planning professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and operational excellence.
- Serve as the executive representative with municipalities, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders, advocating for project approvals and resolving complex entitlement challenges.
- Collaborate with Land Acquisition, Development, Legal, and Finance teams to ensure seamless integration of planning and entitlement into the broader development lifecycle.
- Review and approve entitlement-related deal terms in Purchase Agreements and joint development agreements, ensuring alignment with legal, operational, and financial objectives.
- Monitor and influence regional planning trends, zoning policies, and legislative developments, positioning the company for future growth and mitigating entitlement risks.
- Oversee HOA formation and governance strategy for new communities, ensuring long-term operational sustainability and alignment with community vision.
- Establish and manage entitlement budgets, schedules, and performance metrics, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and timely execution across all projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plan
- medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- company-paid disability and basic life insurance
- Voluntary insurance coverage options, including critical illness and hospital indemnity
- Employee Assistance Program
- tuition reimbursement
- up to 9 paid company holidays per year
- up to 23 paid days off (for employees with less than 10 years of service)
- up to 28 paid days off (for employees with 10 or more years of service)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
