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Company: Our Client is a leading, growth minded, residential land development company specializing in the transformation of raw land into valuable real estate assets throughout Northern Virginia. With a proven track record and strong homebuilder relationships, their vision is to become the leading lot developer in the Virginia/DC area. 

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Real Estate Entitlements Professional to join our dynamic team. The Entitlements Professional will play a crucial role in navigating the complex regulatory landscape to secure the necessary approvals and permits for our land development projects. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Research, analyze, and interpret zoning codes, land use regulations, and other relevant governmental ordinances. 

• Develop and implement strategies to obtain necessary entitlements, permits, and approvals for land development projects. 

• Prepare and submit entitlement applications, including rezonings, conditional use permits, variances, and environmental approvals. 

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, attorneys, and consultants to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and project goals. 

• Represent the company at public hearings, community meetings, and with regulatory agencies. 

• Negotiate agreements with governmental agencies, community groups, and other stakeholders as needed. 

• Monitor and track the progress of entitlement applications and ensure deadlines are met. 

• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices related to entitlements and land use planning. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree required. 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in real estate entitlements management, preferably with a focus on residential. 

• Strong knowledge of zoning regulations, land use planning principles, and environmental regulations. 

• Proven ability to successfully navigate the entitlement process and secure necessary approvals for development projects. 

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders. 

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.