Entitlements Manager - Find Great People | FGP : Job Details

Position Summary:

The Entitlements Manager oversees and drives the entitlement and due diligence process for land development projects, and oversees a small team. This role evaluates the feasibility of planned acquisitions, secures zoning and governmental approvals, and ensures compliance with all relevant regulations. The ideal candidate will appreciate working with a company known for it's collaborative culture and internal growth opportunity.

Location: Candidates must be based in the greater Greenville, SC area, or be willing to relocate there.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and manage the entitlement/land team members.
• Conduct due diligence and feasibility analyses prior to property acquisition.
• Secure entitlements for projects, including all required governmental approvals and negotiations with public agencies.
• Oversee preparation, submittal, and approval of subdivision plans, permits, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate daily activities related to obtaining approvals such as zone changes, concept plans, and preliminary plats.
• Manage and oversee consultants (e.g., civil engineers, land planners, geotechnical engineers, hydrologists) to ensure deliverables meet project timelines.
• Review and evaluate consultant scopes of work, development agreements, site plans, and technical reports.
• Establish and maintain relationships with utility providers to confirm service availability and requirements.
• Collaborate with the land development team to prepare project budgets and assess financial viability.
• Identify required offsite improvements (e.g., utility extensions, roadway upgrades) for project feasibility.
• Partner with leadership to determine product mix and overall project viability.
• Represent the organization in meetings with municipalities, at public hearings, and in community engagements.
• Review civil construction documents for accuracy, cost efficiency, and constructability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, engineering, construction management, or related field, preferred.
• Candidate's must have strong experience with entitlements, zoning and permitting.
• PE designation strongly preferred, but not required.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and email applications.