Land Planner

WHY HILLPOINTE? Hillpointe is a fully integrated real estate development and investment management firm focused on developing market-rate workforce housing across the Sun Belt. Ranked at the top of NMHC's list of Builders and Developers, our team ensures best-in-class execution.

Built on its long and proven track record of real estate development, the firm’s investment approach is centered around its in-house general contracting expertise, enabling direct control of cost and delivery timeframe. For each project, Hillpointe directly controls land acquisition, land development, construction, procurement of building materials, asset management, and capital markets. This is more than just a job - it's a career-defining opportunity! At Hillpointe, you'll be part of a dynamic, innovative team that has tangible impacts on day-to-day operations and contributes directly to overall success.

• Prepares project impact fee summaries, as well as other project-related fee summaries, based on coordination with municipalities and other agencies- as needed for the Development team’s underwriting requirements.   

• Identifies potential project obstacles such as moratoriums and utility capacity issues. 

• Administer and oversee the Pre-Development team’s project checklist; review title exceptions against surveys, participate in civil engineering and other external consultant meetings and provide other necessary project management as required. 

• Coordinates with Construction and Legal departments to prepare, record and manage all Notice of Commencements by obtaining records, preparing files, updating project checklist, and providing to lenders when requested. 

• Consults with the Land Acquisition team during the Purchase Sale Agreement (PSA) negotiation process. 

• Manages calendars and project schedules for the Pre-Development team. 

• Works with sensitive information with discretion to maintain confidentiality and security. 

• Ensures that deadlines are met and adapts to changing priorities. 

• Creates entitlement and permitting schedules based on coordination with municipalities and other agencies. 

• Confirms and maintains the list of site entitlement and permitting approvals required for each development project.  

• Assists with ordering and reviewing proposals/contracts from external consultants. 

• Reviews project data with internal land team and external consultants, meets regularly to manage each project and maintain schedule.    

• Two to Five years of experience in land planning is required. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook. 

NOTE: This document outlines the general nature and level of work expected from individuals in this role.  It's important to understand that this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.  Additional tasks or job functions that can be safely performed may be required as necessary by supervisory personnel.  This flexibility in additional duties showcases the company's adaptability and encourages employees to be versatile. The employee is expected to adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the company, including, but not limited to, those contained in the employee handbook.