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Summary of Job Description:
The Development & Entitlement Manager is responsible for driving the entitlement and pre-construction process to achieve the company's new store opening plan by contributing to the feasibility, entitlement, due diligence and permitting phases. This position manages the acquisition and development processes and strategies for store development, including all aspects of the entitlement process, architecture and engineering coordination, and coordination with landowners and municipalities through the entire permitting process. The Development & Entitlement Manager has the responsibility to oversee the entire entitlement and permitting process within the established timeline.
You'll get a chance to:
- Create site-specific development schedules for property acquisition and leases, based on local code and permit requirements, conditional use permits, platting, and required third-party approvals.
- Optimize the speed to construction for a given project.
- Support Real Estate Managers, Design Managers, and Project Managers in researching sites, including due diligence, feasibility studies, cost estimates, and floor and site plans.
- Coordinate and manage various teams, which may include civil engineers, architects, and geotechnical, environmental, survey, and other consultants relative to due diligence, entitlements, and permit procurement.
- Coordinate with other development partners, including Legal, 3rd party developers, landlords, and local jurisdictions and regulatory agencies.
- Meet established development timelines by reviewing master project schedules, ensuring architects and engineers are provided with accurate and timely information, verifying material procurement and delivery are synchronized with schedules, regularly monitoring project progress, visiting sites, and requesting modified completion target dates when necessary.
- Communicate effectively with jurisdictions and public agencies during the design review process and entitlements to obtain desired building and site design that meets operational standards.
- Work on multiple projects concurrently in varying geographic locations, each in different stages of the development process.
- Build strong relationships with other functions and play a critical leadership, coordination, and communication role with all stakeholders, including architects, civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical engineers, sign vendors, and other members of the development team.
How we reward you:
- Hybrid Work schedule
- 401K with company match
- Yearly bonus opportunity*
- Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
- On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
- Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
- Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
- Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
- Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
- Bereavement leave*
*Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates
Your background and experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Project Management or similar required
- Minimum five years of development or project management experience, with increasing project management responsibility, preferably in the retail/hospitality environment
- Successful completion of initial and periodically required trainings.
- Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.
Work Environment:
- Office conditions, ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends; travel to new stores and stores under construction as well as Operations Regional meetings: 40%; ability to climb on roof approximately 40 feet high and lift 50 lbs.
Pay Range: $112,500 - $158,000 / Annual
* Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.
Panda Strong since 1983:
Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,300 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it's impacting our team or the communities we work in, we're proud to be an organization that embraces family values.
You're wanted here:
We value diversity in all forms and know the strength it brings. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of view to be heard, and improves overall happiness. We like the sound of that.
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodations. If there is a reason you believe you require an accommodation, please reach out to our accommodation team vie email at PandaLOA@PandaRG.com.
ADA Statement:
While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Workspace is restricted and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high. Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment, have effective verbal communication skills, ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and the ability to manage conflicts/difficult situations.
Panda Strong since 1983:
Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,300 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it's impacting our team or the communities we work in, we're proud to be an organization that embraces family values.
You're wanted here:
We value diversity in all forms and know the strength it brings. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of view to be heard, and improves overall happiness. We like the sound of that.
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodations. If there is a reason you believe you require an accommodation, please reach out to our accommodation team vie email at PandaLOA@PandaRG.com.
How we reward you: **
- Free meals at work
- Generous compensation package with bonus opportunities
- Discounts at theme parks, gym memberships, and much more
- Full medical, dental, and vision insurance**
- 401K with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays**
- On-going career and leadership development, including comprehensive training
- Continuous education assistance and scholarships**
- Lucrative associate referral bonus
- Income protection including Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance**
- Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account**
**Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.
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