Forward Planner-FG - DR Horton : Job Details

Job Description - Forward Planner-FG (2503029)

Job Description

Forward Planner-FG - 2503029

Description

Forestar Group Inc. is a residential and real estate development company with operations in 20 markets and 11 states, where it owns, directly or through joint ventures, interests in residential projects. Forestar is a majority-owned subsidiary of D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder by volume in the United States for sixteen consecutive years.

Forestar Group is currently looking for an Forward Planner-FG. The right candidate will be responsible for the overall progress and planning of projects, approval of plans, and procurement of necessary permits for construction.

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

• Lead, manage, and direct consultants in design and development of improvement, final plat, landscape, and dry utility plans
• Submit plans to city and county agencies for approval and permit processing
• Develop and maintain entitlement schedule and budget
• Manage consultant contracts and approve invoices
• Provide lot exhibits, community information statements, CC&Rs and easement disclosure, etc. to Sales Department for purchases and sales documentation
• Coordinate with outside legal counsel to draft CC&Rs, disclosures, and Sales and HOA documents
• Serve as the primary liaison between the development team and various governmental agencies and departments
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly managestwo or more employees in the OperationsDepartment. 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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school
• Three to five years of related experience and/or training
• Must have a vehicle and a valid drivers license
• Ability to read architectural and engineering plans
• Ability to deliver effective and engaging presentations to a variety of audiences
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently to balance competing deadlines
• Creative thinking and attention to detail
• Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from a four-year college or university preferred

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

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits