KB Home
Project Manager of Forward Planning
KB Home, Santa Clarita, California, United States, 91382
About KB HomeKB Home is one of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the United States and has built over 650,000 quality homes in our more than 60-year history. Today, KB Home operates in 45 markets from coast to coast. What sets KB Home apart is the exceptional personalization we offer our homebuyers from those buying their first home to experienced buyers allowing them to make their home uniquely their own, at a price that fits their budget. As the leader in energy-efficient homebuilding, KB Home was the first builder to make every home it builds ENERGY STAR certified, a standard of energy performance achieved by fewer than 10% of new homes in America, and has built more ENERGY STAR certified homes than any other builder. An energy-efficient KB home helps lower the cost of ownership and is designed to be healthier, more comfortable and better for the environment than new homes without certification. We build strong, personal relationships with our customers so they have a real partner in the homebuying process. As a result, we have the distinction of being the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder in third-party buyer satisfaction surveys. Build your career with KB Home.JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Manager, Forward Planning will be the liaison between KB Home and Governmental Agencies during the entitlement process as well as all departments in the Divisions. The position will be responsible for managing and processing all development plans for new communities. This position works alongside the Land Acquisition Team to meet the Divisions business strategies. The Project Manager, Forward Planning will manage several projects which encompass varying levels of intense complexity.Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Land Acquisition
Manage the feasibility of new land acquisitionsCreate budgets (project fee, consultant, development, and house line lot construction) and detailed project schedulesComplete risk analysis, title review and a preliminary product analysisNegotiate with land sellers on cost to complete and deal termsProject Management
Tract acceptance, bond exoneration, payment of reimbursable items, and release of letters of credit.Manage various consultants, off-site development contractors, and lot related house line contractors on:Handle contract negotiationsFormulate scope-of-work master schedulesCreate and maintain budgetsManage meetings, reports, and expectations as required for KB Home senior management.Ensure project files are organized and audit readyInternal Coordination
Provide community development support to marketing, construction, sales and customer service:Assist marketing with sales/model complex signage and city sign permits.Providing all plans and support to construction with city approvals.Provide sales with long & short form disclosures, support documentation, plans, disclosures, and reports as required by FTC consent decree.Provide support for construction with public agencies, inspectors, consultants, and contractorsAct as a Community Team Liaison.Improvement Plans (in-tract and off-tract)
Manage the approval process for the following:Landscape Plans (model, production, parks, and other public amenities)Architectural and Structural PlansSWPPP and/or WQMP Plans (including all filings of NOI, NOT)Plot Plans, Precise Grading Plans, and Phasing Plans.Encroachment Permits, Environmental Permits, Building PermitsAgency Agreements (Affordable Housing, Subdivision Improvement, Development, Reimbursement)Lot-line adjustments, Right-of-Way (ROW) Acquisitions, Easements, Land DedicationsForm and fund Community Facilities Districts, Assessment DistrictsLand Development/HOA Management
Solicit bids and award contracts based on company policies for land development improvements (i.e. rough grading, sewer, water, storm drain, streets).Facilitate field revisions and change orders during construction.Manage New Community Home Owners Associations (HOAs) including:Selection and management of Association Management FirmsAttend meetings as a serving board member/directorAct as KB Home’s liaison with HOAEducation/Experience/Minimum Requirements
Education/Certifications/Licenses
Bachelor’s Degree required (Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Architecture, Construction Management or similar discipline)Experience
4+ years of Forward Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture or similar experience requiredPrior homebuilding experience required2+ years of prior Government and/or Municipal Coordination/Negotiation experience requiredKnowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in efficient and accurate mannerSolid understanding of Civil Engineering PrinciplesA complete understanding of fundamental Real Estate and Urban planning conceptsConsistently shows attention to detailExceptional communication skills both written and verbalProven ability to multi-task and complete tasks within a scheduled timeframeIntermediate computer skills are a necessity (Excel, Microsoft Project)Compensation And Benefits
Base Salary: The expected base salary range for this position is $100,000-130,000 per year depending on experience, paid semi-monthly.Bonus: This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonusBenefits: Employee benefits available for this position include health care (medical, dental and vision) benefits, a 401(k) employee savings plan with Company match, vacation pay, paid sick days, and a monthly mobile phone stipend.Find out why KB Home is attracting and retaining the best employees! If you are interested and qualified, please apply now. KB Home provides above average compensation packages and earnings potential, full benefits, an outstanding 401K matching program, bonus plans and amazing promotional opportunities. KB Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work team. Diversity is important to KB Home!
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The Project Manager, Forward Planning will be the liaison between KB Home and Governmental Agencies during the entitlement process as well as all departments in the Divisions. The position will be responsible for managing and processing all development plans for new communities. This position works alongside the Land Acquisition Team to meet the Divisions business strategies. The Project Manager, Forward Planning will manage several projects which encompass varying levels of intense complexity.Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Land Acquisition
Manage the feasibility of new land acquisitionsCreate budgets (project fee, consultant, development, and house line lot construction) and detailed project schedulesComplete risk analysis, title review and a preliminary product analysisNegotiate with land sellers on cost to complete and deal termsProject Management
Tract acceptance, bond exoneration, payment of reimbursable items, and release of letters of credit.Manage various consultants, off-site development contractors, and lot related house line contractors on:Handle contract negotiationsFormulate scope-of-work master schedulesCreate and maintain budgetsManage meetings, reports, and expectations as required for KB Home senior management.Ensure project files are organized and audit readyInternal Coordination
Provide community development support to marketing, construction, sales and customer service:Assist marketing with sales/model complex signage and city sign permits.Providing all plans and support to construction with city approvals.Provide sales with long & short form disclosures, support documentation, plans, disclosures, and reports as required by FTC consent decree.Provide support for construction with public agencies, inspectors, consultants, and contractorsAct as a Community Team Liaison.Improvement Plans (in-tract and off-tract)
Manage the approval process for the following:Landscape Plans (model, production, parks, and other public amenities)Architectural and Structural PlansSWPPP and/or WQMP Plans (including all filings of NOI, NOT)Plot Plans, Precise Grading Plans, and Phasing Plans.Encroachment Permits, Environmental Permits, Building PermitsAgency Agreements (Affordable Housing, Subdivision Improvement, Development, Reimbursement)Lot-line adjustments, Right-of-Way (ROW) Acquisitions, Easements, Land DedicationsForm and fund Community Facilities Districts, Assessment DistrictsLand Development/HOA Management
Solicit bids and award contracts based on company policies for land development improvements (i.e. rough grading, sewer, water, storm drain, streets).Facilitate field revisions and change orders during construction.Manage New Community Home Owners Associations (HOAs) including:Selection and management of Association Management FirmsAttend meetings as a serving board member/directorAct as KB Home’s liaison with HOAEducation/Experience/Minimum Requirements
Education/Certifications/Licenses
Bachelor’s Degree required (Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Architecture, Construction Management or similar discipline)Experience
4+ years of Forward Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture or similar experience requiredPrior homebuilding experience required2+ years of prior Government and/or Municipal Coordination/Negotiation experience requiredKnowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in efficient and accurate mannerSolid understanding of Civil Engineering PrinciplesA complete understanding of fundamental Real Estate and Urban planning conceptsConsistently shows attention to detailExceptional communication skills both written and verbalProven ability to multi-task and complete tasks within a scheduled timeframeIntermediate computer skills are a necessity (Excel, Microsoft Project)Compensation And Benefits
Base Salary: The expected base salary range for this position is $100,000-130,000 per year depending on experience, paid semi-monthly.Bonus: This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonusBenefits: Employee benefits available for this position include health care (medical, dental and vision) benefits, a 401(k) employee savings plan with Company match, vacation pay, paid sick days, and a monthly mobile phone stipend.Find out why KB Home is attracting and retaining the best employees! If you are interested and qualified, please apply now. KB Home provides above average compensation packages and earnings potential, full benefits, an outstanding 401K matching program, bonus plans and amazing promotional opportunities. KB Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work team. Diversity is important to KB Home!
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