You're the filter between a bad deal and a great one.

ROLE OVERVIEW
The Land Analyst plays a critical role in evaluating the feasibility, risk, and profitability of potential land development opportunities — with a primary focus on single-family and multi-family residential projects. This role is responsible for analyzing development potential, zoning and entitlement pathways, topography, infrastructure considerations, and overall financial viability during the land valuation phase of the acquisition pipeline.

After a property has been initially qualified and seller interest has been confirmed, the formal land valuation process begins. This role serves as a key filter within that process — identifying viable opportunities while creatively exploring ways to structure and improve marginal deals. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigor with an optimistic, solution-oriented mindset.

This position works closely with jurisdictions, engineers, builders, and the internal acquisition team to gather and synthesize information necessary to complete comprehensive project evaluations and support acquisition negotiations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Land Development Analysis

●Conduct detailed assessments of land parcels to determine development suitability and investment potential.

●Evaluate zoning regulations, future land use plans, entitlement requirements, density allowances, environmental constraints, ●access, utilities, and infrastructure availability.

●Analyze topography, site constraints, and jurisdictional requirements to identify development opportunities and risks.

●Research market demand and builder activity to support valuation assumptions and project viability.

Feasibility & Financial Analysis

●Collaborate with engineers, municipalities, utility providers, and home builders to obtain project-specific development information and cost assumptions.

●Assist in developing accurate project cost estimates, including:

-Horizontal development costs

-Vertical development considerations

-Onsite and offsite improvement costs

-Utility and infrastructure costs

-Entitlement and permitting expenses

●Support valuation analysis and acquisition pricing recommendations.

●Identify creative solutions and alternative strategies to improve project feasibility while maintaining land valuation discipline.

Land Sourcing & Opportunity Identification

●Proactively source ("snipe") raw land opportunities with development potential that align with Allied Development's buy box and acquisition criteria.

●Utilize internal sourcing tools, GIS/mapping systems, data platforms, and proprietary sourcing methods to identify off-market opportunities.

●Analyze markets, growth corridors, infrastructure expansion, builder activity, and jurisdictional trends to uncover potential acquisition targets.

●Identify properties with favorable zoning, future land use designations, utility access, and development potential.

Project & Timeline Management

●Manage multiple active projects simultaneously while meeting company timelines and acquisition deadlines.

●Drive projects efficiently through the land valuation pipeline from intake to final recommendation.

●Ensure milestones and deliverables are completed within required timeframes.

●Collaborate with the acquisition team to prioritize and advance high-quality opportunities.

Data Management & Communication

●Maintain organized and detailed project documentation using internal systems, CRM platforms, and property master sheets.

●Track project status, priorities, outstanding items, and progress across departments.

●Communicate effectively with acquisition managers, leadership, engineers, municipalities, and third-party consultants.

Presentation & Decision Support

●Clearly present conclusions, valuation rationale, risks, and recommendations to the acquisition team.

●Provide concise summaries for both approved and disqualified projects, including supporting reasoning and key findings.

●Assist acquisition relationship managers with negotiation support and land valuation and feasibility insights.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

● Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Civil Engineering, Real Estate Development, Finance, or a related field.

●Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in land planning, entitlement analysis, land valuation, development, acquisitions, or related fields.

●Strong understanding of:

-Land development processes

-Zoning and entitlement procedures

-Municipal planning and approval workflows

-Site feasibility analysis

-Residential development land valuations

-Land sourcing and market research

TECHNICAL & PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

●Strong financial analysis and land analysis capabilities.

●Ability to interpret zoning ordinances, comprehensive plans, engineering reports, and development regulations.

●Excellent project management and organizational skills.

●Strong communication and presentation abilities.

●Detail-oriented with the ability to manage large amounts of information simultaneously.

●Proficient in CRM systems, spreadsheets, mapping tools, and project tracking systems.

●Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines.

EXPECTED RESULTS & PERFORMANCE METRICS

●Manage approximately 7–10 active projects at any given time.

●Complete land valuation and financial analysis within 10 business days of project intake.

●Consistently source and identify qualified raw land opportunities that align with Allied Development’s buy box and KPI metrics.

●Deliver clear, concise, and actionable recommendations to acquisition leadership.

●Maintain accurate project tracking and communication throughout the lifecycle.

●Consistently identify high-quality acquisition opportunities while filtering out non-viable projects.

WHY ALLIED DEVELOPMENT? (Mission-Driven Impact)

We’re disrupting the conventional land acquisition model with a high-tech, digital-first approach — and we’re doing it on purpose. Our mission is to grow the legacy of landowners, communities, and builders by developing land that allows families to flourish. We believe that when a deal is structured right, everybody wins: the landowner is treated with respect, the community gets the vision it’s been working toward, and the builder gets a prime project ready to go.

That’s not an accident. That’s the Allied way.

Our culture is built for the high-energy, roll-up-your-sleeves professional who is hungry, sharp, and ready to grow. We value a service mentality and a strategic mindset. We’re the place where talent and technology meet to set a new standard of excellence in land entitlement. 

Allied was named an Inc. Best Workplace of 2026 because mission and culture aren't afterthoughts here. 

If you’re the kind of person who sees a marginal deal and immediately starts thinking about how to make it work, you’ll fit right in.

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Role Overview

Are you driven by the challenge of steering complex projects through the ever-evolving landscape of land entitlements? Are you energized by the prospect of juggling multiple entitlement initiatives at various stages, forging connections between our company, local authorities, industry experts, and legal minds? 

At Allied Development, we don't just follow the path; we carve our own trail with an entrepreneurial spirit that sets us apart. Right now, we're on the lookout for a trailblazing professional with a proven track record in residential land entitlement approvals and a keen insight into the nuances of entitlements. We seek someone who not only thrives on strategic analysis and meticulous planning but also radiates confidence and charisma in high-stakes presentations and interactions. 

If you're ready to be at the forefront of innovation and drive impactful change in the world of land development, seize this opportunity to join our dynamic team and make your mark.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

● Entitlement Project Management: Manage the land entitlement and forward planning of projects and land.

● Pre Acquisition Due Diligence: Interface with Underwriting Department to assimilate necessary information. 

● Entitlements Due Diligence: Oversee procurement of entitlement budgets and schedules, including density yields, conceptual site plans, and other essential components. 

● Legal Documentation: Oversee preparation and/or review easement, development, governmental and legal documents.

● Oversee Project Consultant Teams: (architects, landscape architects, civil engineers, geotechnical engineers, environmental consultants) to ensure timely progression of entitlement process.

● Obtain Entitlement Approval: Obtain entitlement approval through oversight of engineers, consultants, attorneys, and municipalities.  

● Interface With Jurisdictions & Agencies: Including City and County Planning/Engineering/Zoning Departments related to all entitlement processes and other issues that arise.

● Travel To Public Hearings: Attend and represent Allied Development at all public hearings related to the desired entitlement approvals.

● Budget Management & Adherence: Develop and maintain pre-development budget while ensuring adherence to budget schedules.

● Project Timeline Management: Identify, build, and follow a comprehensive schedule of due dates across multiple projects at once.  

● CRM Updates: Provide “high level” project progress to company leadership and executives.  

Proactive Problem Solving: Solve problems regarding timelines for dispositions, tough timelines, encroachments

● Converse With Political Finesse: When communicating with buyers, jurisdiction employees, city officials, consultants, opposing neighbors, etc.  

● Understand Acquisition & Disposition Contract Implications: Seller documentation, closing timelines, extensions, earnest money, title matters, etc.    

● Assisting Disposition - Creating Opportunity Packet to be disseminated to potential purchasers.

● Manage Details: Must have an efficient tech or note taking system to manage a large volume of details at once.    

● Manage Community Opposition: Conduct necessary neighborhood meetings and phone calls, navigating community sentiment to garner community support.

Skills & Experience (Expected Proficiencies)

Seeking a candidate with:

● A problem-solving mindset, adept at proactive thinking and strategizing to successfully complete projects.

● Exceptional multitasking abilities, capable of efficiently managing multiple projects simultaneously.

● Commitment to meeting contractual dates with military precision.

● Experience in entitlements processes.

● Strong interpersonal skills, with a knack for likeability and political finesse.

● Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

● Proficiency in maintaining a disciplined note and calendar system.

● Demonstrated strong work ethic.

● Extremely strong tech skills

Qualifications:

●Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, land/urban planning, civil engineering, landscape architecture, or related field, or equivalent real estate development experience.

●Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in land entitlements, construction/engineering, and managing complex project entitlements and permitting.

●At least 5 years of experience in multi-step project management in residential real estate.

●Experience in civil engineering or urban planning is advantageous.

●Open to traveling 2x per month

WHY ALLIED DEVELOPMENT

● Competitive pay and benefits.

● Opportunities to grow and develop skills in multiple disciplines.

● Fun, energetic co-workers who share the same core values and strategies.

To apply, please email your resume and coverletter to careers(at)allieddev.com