Real Estate Development Planner & Project Manager

AMG Land Development, LLC (AMG) is a mid-size land development company that specializes in the development of affordable rental housing in California and other western states. AMG principals are involved in all aspects of the development process in which all of its projects involve an institutional capital partner and an experienced development partner.

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We are on the hunt for a highly motivated Real Estate Development Planner & Project Manager to join our fast-paced development firm in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate has a background in Urban Planning or related field and wants to grow in the Project Management field.
RESPONSIBILITIES:Proactively manage project-related issues and focus on meeting project requirements in a timely and cost-effective manner.Assist with management of project schedules, requests for proposal, invoice tracking & processing, reporting, and all project deliverables from due diligence through entitlements and constructionAssist in acquisitions and deal closing process. (i.e. contract management and escrow)Assist with entitlement management i.e. preparing submittals and applications and meeting planning requirementsAssist with and gather information for various state and/or federal tax credit and financing applicationsResearch and analyze a variety of sources such as general plans, ordinances, court decisions, legal documents and articles for use in determining highest and best use of multi-family development projectsAttend any project-related public hearings, if necessaryParticipate in site selection, due diligence review and approvals for proposed new land acquisitions for the development of residential developmentAssist with processing and execution of contracts, agreements, amendments, and due diligence itemsInteract with external design team, general contractors and vendors throughout the design document development and project cycleSupport research efforts & follow up on a variety of project tasksReal estate development underwriting, and pro-forma analysisInteract and collaborate with outside parties (engineers, land owners, real estate brokers, attorneys, contractors, architects, homebuilders, planners, contractors, city representatives, joint venture partners) as neededOther related duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s degree with a preferred focus in Urban Planning or Real Estate Development from an accredited institution. WILL ONLY CONSIDER resumes from those with one to five years of experience in processing entitlements, architecture, public or private planning, construction, urban planning, or design industry experience strongly preferred. xzbcwsv Specifically, in the areas of real estate development or project management.IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE ABOVE TWO CRITERIA EXACTLY AS SPECIFIED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDEREDStrong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive levels externally and internallyExcellent organizational skills with the ability to identify and manage prioritiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDetail oriented and strong analytical skillsAbility to multi-task and work both in a team and independentlyBasic skills in reading architectural, civil, and landscape drawings and specifications preferredProficient in Microsoft Office in Microsoft Office computer applications and Google Earth Excellent analytical, financial modeling and finance/economics skills desiredAbility to work with functional groups and different level of employees to effectively and professionally achieve resultsStrong follow-up skills; ability to organize applicable department timelines and follow up with internal and external project needsStrong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectivelyStrong organizational skills; ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environmentSelf-motivated; able to work independently to complete tasks and respond to department requests and to collaborate with others to utilize their resources and knowledge to identify high quality solutions
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:Position will be full-time working in our Encino office with potential periodic site visits and meetings with state and local governments and agencies in northern and southern California Face-to-face and remote interaction is required to perform the job
SALARY & BENEFITS:$70,000-$90,000Health care after 90-day probation period