Planning Project Manager

Representing a leader in the industry, we are searching for a knowledgeable and proactive Land Use and Planning/Zoning Project Manager to join their land use/real estate development team in their Hackensack, NJ office. This role is pivotal in driving our projects from conceptualization through to completion, ensuring compliance with legal standards and municipal requirements.

• Lead and manage land use, zoning, and planning projects, overseeing all phases of development including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Act as the primary liaison between consultants and municipal boards to facilitate project approval processes.
• Prepare and present detailed project reports and presentations to municipal administrations, planning boards, municipal councils, and community groups.
• Attend, participate in, and occasionally lead planning-related public meetings, workshops, and discussions.
• Provide strategic advice on zoning, land use, SEQRA, and other regulatory compliance matters.
• Coordinate with legal teams, architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure project objectives align with local regulations and community expectations.
• Manage the sequencing of review processes and understand the overview of municipal players to streamline project approvals.
• Advise on tax assessment challenges, property tax implications for developments, and negotiate redevelopment agreements when necessary.
• Conduct zoning reviews for site acquisitions and draft development agreements to facilitate construction projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as:
  Urban Planning, Public Administration, Environmental Science, Real Estate Development, or Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in land use planning, zoning, and project management within a real estate development context.
• Strong understanding of municipal land use law and the intricacies of planning and zoning processes.
  
  Experience in representing projects before planning and zoning boards is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and strong online research skills.
• Licensed Attorney in New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut is a plus but not required.

• Is a strategic thinker with a problem-solving mindset.
• Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.