JLL · 5 days ago
Retail Development and Entitlements Lead
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $180K/yr
15+ years expJLL is seeking an experienced Manager of Development and Project Entitlements to provide subject matter expertise for retail development projects across the continental United States. This role involves strategic oversight of entitlement processes and delivering exceptional client service while optimizing project timelines for banking sector clients.
CommercialReal Estate
Responsibilities
Deliver exceptional client service through technical expertise, effective communication, and strategic relationship management
Serve as the primary liaison between JLL, the client, and various stakeholders throughout the development process, ensuring seamless project coordination and timely delivery of outcomes
Leverage extensive retail development expertise to guide successful project delivery from inception through full permit authorization and utility provisioning
Provide strategic oversight of entitlement processes, including zoning applications, land use approvals, environmental permits, and utility coordination
Analyze and optimize existing processes while developing new methodologies, playbooks, and responsibility frameworks for internal teams and external consultants
Develop and refine tracking mechanisms to identify project schedule acceleration opportunities while minimizing forecast error rates
Create and maintain comprehensive databases of permit expeditors, land use counsel, and subject matter experts
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for external consultants and monitor their performance, workload, and deliverables
Provide expert consultation on complex or problematic developments, offering troubleshooting support and technical guidance
Foster collaborative relationships between transaction, design, and construction teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Business (advanced degree preferred, particularly in retail or commercial development)
Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in civil engineering, architecture, or real estate development with strong emphasis on first and second-generation retail construction projects, both ground-up and in-line developments
Comprehensive understanding of zoning laws, land use regulations, and entitlement processes across multiple jurisdictions
Deep knowledge of land use planning, zoning codes, variance and special use approvals, PUDs, and subdivision processes
Strong grasp of federal and local governmental authorities, building codes, environmental regulations, and laws affecting retail development
Understanding of land surveying, title work, and utility provider requirements
Proven track record managing projects from lease negotiation through entitlement, permitting, construction, and close-out phases
Extensive knowledge of retail space design, construction requirements, and scheduling processes
Experience with due diligence of physical site conditions, soil remediation implementation, and storm water management
Proficiency in Excel and MS Project or equivalent industry scheduling software
Demonstrated ability to monitor and direct multidisciplinary teams of architects, engineers, and land use counsel throughout entitlement processes
Preferred
Familiarity with rezoning processes, development agreements, subdivision platting, PUD approvals, civil engineering, utility easements, and public hearing processes
Environmental experience with soil contamination, floodplain, and wetland mitigation
Company
JLL
We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.
10001+ employees
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Christian Ulbrich
Global Chief Executive Officer
John Gates
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