Forward Planning Manager

WE BUILD THE COOLEST HOMES IN THE COOLEST NEIGHBORHOODS!

Thomas James Homes (TJH) is the replacement builder bringing superior design and tech-enabled simplicity to new, single-family homebuilding. Operating in high-demand communities across Northern and Southern California, the Pacific Northwest and Arizona. TJH offers homebuyers innovative pathways for attaining the right home, in the right neighborhood.

At Thomas James Homes, we are passionately committed to 1. Building your home as a sanctuary radiating with positive energy- a feeling of peace, safety and joy that speaks to your soul and reminds you that your home is your family’s private refuge. 2. Reducing the stress of urban life and 3. Treating everyone like family. Family represents a level of empathy, transparency, and honesty that leaves transactions in the dust in favor of relationships.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• PTO + Paid Holidays
• WFH Flexibility
• 401(k) matching - 100% vested
• Supplemental Life & AD&D
• Employee Discounts & Perks
• Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
• FSA & HSA Spending Accounts
• Referral program
• Employee paid Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Tranquility Rooms at each location
• Technology allowance and unlimited pantry snacks

THE ROLE: The Forward Planning Manager is responsible for the entitlement process for assigned projects working closely with local jurisdictions to obtain permits and accelerate cycle time. Tracks, follow ups, works with local engineer and architects to make needed adjustments and refinements for submittal and/or resubmittal to gain the needed permits. Works closely with the feasibility team to ensure lot fit and help to move projects forward.

DAY IN THE LIFE:

• Collaborate with Land Acquisition team during feasibility analysis and due diligence phase.
• Assist with the entitlement of multiple projects, including zoning/re-zoning approvals, development agreements, architectural approvals, preliminary and final plats, civil construction plans, development permits, landscape plans and utility company designs to align with Division Business Plan.
• Review and processing of land planning, zone changes (if needed), civil engineering plans, architectural applications, city/county approvals, and environmental approvals. Work with staff and elected bodies to manage approval process.
• Comprehensive project oversight and coordination with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring residential projects are constructed on time and within an approved budget.
• Contribute to the planning process including site planning, lot layout, landscaping, project theming, monuments, passive, and active open space, etc. through collaboration with stakeholders from Division, Region, and corporate operations.
• Contract and manage team of consultants which will likely include civil engineer, landscape architect, land planners, dry utility consultant, title company, environmental and Geotech consultants and financing district consultants.
• Serve as a liaison to engineers, consultants, governmental officials, and other trade partners in the execution of Forward Planning tasks. Ensure that all corporate land development policies, internal control procedures and practices are communicated, understood, and complied with.
• Manage scopes of work and compliance with schedule for consultants related to Forward Planning process. Assist with resolutions of entitlement issues and conditions prior to and during development.
• Review engineering estimates and work directly with engineers and municipalities in the design and processing of civil plans.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Forward Planning or related field
• 3-5 years’ experience in Forward Planning
• Demonstrated experience managing process.
• Experience leading functional and cross functional projects and teams and proven effectiveness as a matrix leader.

WHAT WILL SET YOU A PART:

• Able to assess potential land deals for feasibility to meet codes and permitting requirements.
• Has detailed knowledge of the permitting and entitlement process and can provide all information and expertise for project filings.
• Able to secure permits on a timely basis working closely with the local jurisdiction.
• Understands and is able to use the Bluebeam system for plotting and planning.
• Advanced knowledge of how to read and analyze plans and identify where in and outside of code.
• Has experience and understanding of service installations and disconnections.
• Has high comprehension in how to review and evaluate engineering estimates aligned with the task requested.

The compensation range for this role is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Thomas James Homes is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.