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Korn Ferry · 3 weeks ago

Vice President of Entitlements

Denver, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$175K/yr - $200K/yr

5+ years exp

Korn Ferry has partnered with a client in search of a Vice President of Entitlements. The VP is responsible for overseeing the entitlement process for real estate development projects, ensuring all necessary approvals are secured while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Management Consulting

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide written findings of land use research that inform project work plans and strategies

Develop and execute entitlement strategies that align with the company’s development objectives and project timelines

Work with internal entitlements lead and external consultants to ensure successful project approvals

Anticipate regulatory changes and proactively adjust entitlement strategies to mitigate risks

Manage and oversee entitlement activities, including zoning changes, land use approvals, environmental impact assessments, and permitting processes

Maintain responsibility for the entitlement schedule, ensuring milestones are met to support broader project timelines

Oversee preparation and submission of all required presentations, applications, reports, and documents to regulatory bodies

Serve as the primary liaison with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies, elected officials, and community organizations

Represent the company in public hearings, community meetings, and planning commission sessions to advocate for project approval

Build and maintain relationships with government officials, consultants, and other key stakeholders to support current and future projects

Qualification

Entitlement managementLand use planningRegulatory complianceStakeholder engagementAnalytical thinkingProject managementResearch capabilitiesMicrosoft ProjectSmartsheetCommunication skillsPresentation skillsInterpersonal skillsStrategic thinkingProblem-solvingLeadership skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Real Estate Development, Legal, Business Administration, or a related field

5+ years of experience in land use planning, entitlement management, or real estate development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role

Proven success in navigating complex regulatory environments and securing entitlements for large-scale projects

In-depth knowledge of land use laws, entitlement processes, permitting processes, and environmental regulations

Exceptional presentation, project management and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience presenting at public hearings, neighborhood meetings and engaging with diverse stakeholders

Analytical and strategic thinking abilities, with a focus on problem-solving and risk mitigation

Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet)

Strong research capabilities in connection to land use lands, regulations and procedures

Preferred

Master's degree

Company

Korn Ferry

Glassdoor3.5

Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance.

Founded in 1969

Los Angeles, CA, US

10001+ employees

http://www.kornferry.com

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