D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries.  Please visit our website at for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Entitlements Manager. The right candidate will maintain responsibility for entitlements and due diligence for projects. Determine the feasibility of a planned acquisition. Facilitate the entitlement of a property, including obtaining zoning and governmental approvals.  The annual compensation for this role is $180,000 - $200,000, including a discretionary bonus structure, commensurate with experience.  This position is on site, Monday through Friday, in the San Ramon office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plan, direct and manage the activities of the Entitlements Staff or Land Staff


• Complete Due Diligence/Feasibility analysis of projects prior to acquisition


• Obtain Entitlements for projects, including all governmental approvals, negotiations with public agencies and assist with representation at public meetings


• Oversee the preparation, submittal, and approval of all subdivision related plans and permits


• Manage daily activities in due diligence process pertaining to obtaining entitlements from jurisdictional authorities for assigned projects, including but not limited to zone changes, concept plans, preliminary plats, etc.


• Plan, direct, and manage the activities of consultants (civil engineers, land planners, geotechnical engineers, hydrologic consultants, etc.) performing due diligence and entitlement services to adhere to project schedules


• Review and evaluate consultant scopes of work, Development Agreements, site plans, soil and wetland determinations, and other technical reports and data


• Establish contact and working relationships with utility companies to identify location, availability and guidelines for service to assigned projects


• Research and organize project costs in conjunction with the land development team to create feasibility budgets to determine the financial viability of a planned community


• In conjunction with hired consultants determine any offsite utility/roadway improvements required for project feasibility


• Work in conjunction with local DHI Executive Team to determine product mix and in determining overall viability of potential projects


• Attend meetings with city staff and the development team, as well as public hearings or neighbor meetings


• Review civil construction documents for consistency, cost saving measures, and constructability


• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company                                              

Supervisory Responsibilities                                              

Directly manages two or more employees in the Operations Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university


• Five to seven years of related experience and/or training


• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications


• Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered planner or engineer preferred


• Strong communication skills


• Ability to multi-task and attention to detail

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, Vision and Dental


• 401(K)


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Flex Spending Accounts


• Life Insurance


• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

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