Project Manager, Entitlements, Infrastructure Development

About Carvana

If you like disrupting the norm and are looking to join a company revolutionizing an industry then you will LOVE what Carvana has done for the car buying experience. Buying a car the old fashioned way sucks and we are working hard to make it NOT suck. I mean, have you seen our vending machine ?!

We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Team spirit is evident at Carvana and every day we let our passions and creativity foster innovation. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data- and process-driven decisions in everything we do. Here are a few of our stories ! We’ve been changing the game since 2013, and we’re not taking our foot off the gas now. For more information on Carvana and our mission, learn more about what it’s like to work here from the people that already do .

About the team and position

Carvana’s Infrastructure Development department is known for its team-oriented, fast-paced environment. We expect bright people, willing to roll up their sleeves, take on new assignments, mentor

and train others, assume additional responsibilities as needed while juggling multiple projects. Don’t forget to bring your personality! We thrive from each unique perspective. Our strength is in our diversity of opinions.

As an Entitlement Project Manager, you will be a self-starter with a strong bias toward action , supporting the comprehensive entitlements process to meet Carvana's rapid growth needs. This position requires managing multiple projects simultaneously, establishing deliverables, critical project objectives, and overseeing contract negotiations and vendor relations.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and manage the comprehensive preparation and presentation of entitlement due diligence. This includes, but is not limited to, preliminary schedules, order and review of site-related reports (Phase I ESA, Geotechnical, wetlands, etc.), surveying and plat requirements, preliminary site engineering, landscape requirements, and entitlement applications to local jurisdictions.
• Manage and oversee consultants, including architects, land use counsel, civil engineers, environmental specialists, and other external partners.
• Process all applications for Rezoning, Development Agreements, Design Review, General Plan Amendments, and Variance along with environmental applications and permits for approval.
• Prepare for, attend, and present to local jurisdictions and property owners at pre-application, local public, and municipal hearings.
• Oversee the development and approval of Site Plans, Landscape Plans, Miscellaneous Plot Plans and Grading Plans.
• Generate thorough site investigation reports that inform risks and opportunities for vetting acquisition.
• Prepare and manage development budgets and timeline schedules, ensuring projects stay on track and within financial parameters.
• Develop and manage strong relationships with municipal staff, officials, and utility providers.
• Understand and clearly communicate the needs and requirements of different jurisdictions to internal and external stakeholders at Carvana.
• Negotiate and finalize entitlements from municipalities, as well as contracts for services to be performed by outside consultants such such as land use attorneys, architects, and civil engineers.

What you should have

What we’ll offer in return

Other requirements

To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.

Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

Legal stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.