Assistant Forward Planner

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JOB SUMMARY: This position will assist the Forward Planning department by helping with plan check process and coordinating with outside consultants and various governmental or quasi-governmental agencies to secure approvals and permits to develop lots.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Permits and Approvals:

• Prepare, coordinate and process the following through all governmental approvals: all conceptual and construction drawings for project architectural product through staff and public hearings (as needed).

• Assist with coordination between KB Architecture, Landscape Architect, Structural Engineer and internal team for the timely design and processing of plans through design review and construction document approval.

• Responsible for revisions made to existing plans and distribution of revised documents to field and purchasing staff.

• Review construction documents to ensure proper compliance with the company's construction practices and product selection.

• Assist in the generation of required supplemental documents. This includes, but is not limited to: DRE submittals, Plot Plans, Lot Fits, Electrical plans, Flooring plans, Sales Offices, Construction Offices and Model home Complexes.

• Research and prepare project related building permit fee and consultant cost estimates and prepare corresponding permit check requests.

• Prepare utility meter releases.

• Ensure certificate of occupancies are obtained.

Department Support:

• Prepare and process all consultant contracts, addendums, change orders.

• Process/research all consultant's invoices; distribute to team members and obtain all necessary approvals.

• Prepare new vendor requests and activations.

• Acquire, track and exonerate project related bonds (Subdivision Improvement, DRE, Labor & Material, Performance, Tax etc.)

• Acquire project related insurance certificates.

• Miscellaneous projects as needed.

• Responsible for reproduction orders, updating and distributing weekly reports and filing.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Certifications/Licenses:

• Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred (Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Architecture, Construction Management or similar discipline)

Experience:

• 1-2 years prior experience in the building, construction or similar fields with a familiarity in dealing with governmental agencies

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in efficient and accurate manner

• Consistently shows attention to detail

• Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal

• Proven ability to multi-task and complete tasks within a scheduled timeframe

• Intermediate computer skills are a necessity (Excel, Office, Outlook)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Base Salary: The expected base salary range for this position is $65,000 - 75,000 per year depending on experience, paid semi-monthly with discretionary bonus potential.

• Benefits: Employee benefits available for this position include health care (medical, dental and vision) benefits, a 401(k) employee savings plan with Company match, vacation pay, paid sick days, and a monthly mobile phone stipend

Find out why KB Home is attracting and retaining the best employees! If you are interested and qualified, please apply now. KB Home provides above average compensation packages and earnings potential, full benefits, an outstanding 401K matching program, bonus plans and amazing promotional opportunities. KB Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work team. Diversity is important to KB Home!