Director of Development & Entitlements or Associate for a Commercial Real Estate
American Ventures, Austin, TX, United States
American Ventures (AmericanVentures.com) is a growing, hands‑on commercial real estate development platform focused on end‑to‑end project execution across multifamily, hospitality, retail and large‑scale land and mixed‑use investments in Central Texas. We are seeking a Director of Development & Entitlements or a high‑caliber Development Associate to join our corporate development team and play a meaningful role in shaping and executing our next phase of growth.
This position is ideal for a development professional who enjoys operating at the intersection of design, infrastructure, entitlements, and execution. The successful candidate will bring deep familiarity with the Austin metro development environment and hands‑on experience guiding projects from early concept and entitlement through infrastructure delivery and vertical construction.
You will work closely with senior leadership, consultants, municipalities, and partners, with real ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to grow alongside an expanding development platform.
Key responsibilities Project management and execution
Lead development projects from site identification and acquisition through construction and delivery
Manage budgets, schedules, consultants, and project milestones to ensure timely and successful execution
Coordinate with internal teams, architects, engineers, contractors, and third‑party advisors
Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and compliance with approved plans
Entitlements and approvals
Lead zoning, land use, entitlement, and permitting efforts across multiple jurisdictions
Serve as the primary point of contact with cities, counties, utilities, and regulatory agencies
Prepare, submit, and manage entitlement applications, development plans, and supporting materials
Represent the company at public hearings, community meetings, and stakeholder forums
Market research and deal support
Evaluate market conditions, demographic trends, and competitive developments throughout the Austin metro
Support site selection, density analysis, and highest‑and‑best‑use assessments
Provide input on project positioning, design strategy, phasing, and overall development approach
Financial analysis and feasibility
Assist with underwriting, feasibility analysis, and pro forma development
Evaluate infrastructure costs, development budgets, and return metrics
Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost optimization while maintaining design intent and quality
Team collaboration and leadership
Work within a collaborative development team alongside senior leadership
Coordinate across civil, architectural, legal, and construction disciplines
Contribute to a culture of accountability, high standards, and continuous professional growth
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Business, or a related field; advanced degree a plus
5+ years of experience in land development and/or commercial real estate development within the Austin metro area
Strong understanding of Austin‑area zoning, entitlement, permitting, and municipal processes
Experience with infrastructure design and construction, including utilities, roadways, drainage, and site development
Exposure to multifamily, hospitality, and mixed‑use projects preferred
Strong analytical skills with experience evaluating development feasibility and project economics
Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment
Why American Ventures
Direct access to senior leadership and decision‑making
Opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role as the platform scales
Entrepreneurial culture paired with institutional‑quality execution
Competitive compensation aligned with experience and performance
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This position is ideal for a development professional who enjoys operating at the intersection of design, infrastructure, entitlements, and execution. The successful candidate will bring deep familiarity with the Austin metro development environment and hands‑on experience guiding projects from early concept and entitlement through infrastructure delivery and vertical construction.
You will work closely with senior leadership, consultants, municipalities, and partners, with real ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to grow alongside an expanding development platform.
Key responsibilities Project management and execution
Lead development projects from site identification and acquisition through construction and delivery
Manage budgets, schedules, consultants, and project milestones to ensure timely and successful execution
Coordinate with internal teams, architects, engineers, contractors, and third‑party advisors
Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and compliance with approved plans
Entitlements and approvals
Lead zoning, land use, entitlement, and permitting efforts across multiple jurisdictions
Serve as the primary point of contact with cities, counties, utilities, and regulatory agencies
Prepare, submit, and manage entitlement applications, development plans, and supporting materials
Represent the company at public hearings, community meetings, and stakeholder forums
Market research and deal support
Evaluate market conditions, demographic trends, and competitive developments throughout the Austin metro
Support site selection, density analysis, and highest‑and‑best‑use assessments
Provide input on project positioning, design strategy, phasing, and overall development approach
Financial analysis and feasibility
Assist with underwriting, feasibility analysis, and pro forma development
Evaluate infrastructure costs, development budgets, and return metrics
Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost optimization while maintaining design intent and quality
Team collaboration and leadership
Work within a collaborative development team alongside senior leadership
Coordinate across civil, architectural, legal, and construction disciplines
Contribute to a culture of accountability, high standards, and continuous professional growth
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Business, or a related field; advanced degree a plus
5+ years of experience in land development and/or commercial real estate development within the Austin metro area
Strong understanding of Austin‑area zoning, entitlement, permitting, and municipal processes
Experience with infrastructure design and construction, including utilities, roadways, drainage, and site development
Exposure to multifamily, hospitality, and mixed‑use projects preferred
Strong analytical skills with experience evaluating development feasibility and project economics
Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment
Why American Ventures
Direct access to senior leadership and decision‑making
Opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role as the platform scales
Entrepreneurial culture paired with institutional‑quality execution
Competitive compensation aligned with experience and performance
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