Land Entitlements Analyst

Description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Entitlements Analyst . The right candidate is responsible for entitlements and project due diligence to determine the feasibility for projects. Obtain entitlements of a property including zoning and governmental approvals, overseeing the completion, submittal and approval of construction plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide ownership of the entire due diligence process including the examination and determination of the project site and financial feasibility of a planned community
• Obtain Entitlements for projects, including all governmental approvals, negotiations with public agencies and assist with representation at public meetings
• Lead the preparation, submittal, and approval of all subdivision related plans and permits
• Conduct the daily activities in due diligence process pertaining to obtaining entitlements from jurisdictional authorities for assigned projects, including but not limited to zone changes, concept plans, preliminary plats, etc.
• Plan and direct the activities of consultants (civil engineers, land planners, geotechnical engineers, hydrologic consultants, etc.) performing due diligence and entitlement services to adhere to project schedules
• Review consultant scopes of work, Development Agreements, site plans, soil and wetland determinations, and other technical reports and data
• Establish contact and working relationships with utility companies to identify location, availability and guidelines for service to assigned projects
• Research and review project costs in conjunction with the land development team to create feasibility budgets to determine the financial viability of a planned community
• In conjunction with hired consultants determine any offsite utility/roadway improvements required for project feasibility
• Work in conjunction with local DHI Executive Team to determine product mix and in determining overall viability of potential projects
• Attend meetings with city staff and the development team, as well as public hearings or neighbor meetings
• Review civil construction documents for consistency, cost saving measures, and constructability
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
• Ability to travel overnight

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university and three years related experience or high school diploma or general education degree (GED) and five years of related experience
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and time management skills
• Provide attention to detail and manage multiple responsibilities
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
• Proficiency with MS Office and email
• Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision
• The noise level is generally moderate

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered planner or engineer preferred
• Attend public hearings and speak as required

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

  Salary Range: $70K - $80K

Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo

Job

: Land

Primary Location

: Illinois-Schaumburg

Organization

: Home Builder

Schedule

: Full-time

Job Posting

: Sep 1, 2025, 5:00:00 AM