Development Services Manager

Apple

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About The Position

As the Development Service Manager, you will collaborate closely with and
support Apple team members responsible for corporate & retail real estate &
development, global events, environmental health and safety, space planning,
architectural & design, and real estate & legal. This results-oriented and
high-functioning manager will integrate into Apple’s fast-paced and innovative
culture, while optimally navigating local city government development review and
plan check processes. The role will also support planning and execution of
strategically significant cross-functional and special initiatives for the Real
Estate and Site Services team, as advised.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in city planning, architecture, economic development, city administration, engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years responsible experience in city planning, development project & permit management, municipal economic development and/or administration, architecture, or engineering; working with technology companies/city jurisdiction, and office/commercial building planning/design experiences useful
• Highly experienced and skilled in development services & project management, permit process & management, city process/regulations, building design, architecture, plan review principles, building codes, fire and life safety codes
• Professional knowledge in city planning, economic development, engineering principles and methods, with demonstrated ability to read and interpret detailed blueprints, specifications, and city codes
• Proficient in requirements surrounding building occupancies, accessibility, emergency egress, and building live safety systems
• Expertise in plan review, city permits, and planning entitlement processes
• Experience with review of architectural and engineering plans throughout all design phases to identify potential code conflicts early, preventing costly and time-consuming redesigns later.
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Nice To Haves

• Professional city planning, and architectural certifications desirable
• Previous experience with office/commercial construction systems & principles
• Skilled communicator with experience working effectively with various project stakeholders, from project managers, design teams, and general contractors to local code officials.
• Ability to educate officials on alternative solutions and lead discussions regarding complex City requirements and project strategies.
• Ability to make accurate and decisive decisions and highly skilled in communication, conflict mediation and problem resolution and adapt to rapidly changing business, political, and economic environments.

Responsibilities

• supporting pre-construction activities to ensure regulatory compliance
• predictable/optimal entitlement/plan review/permit outcomes
• improved government/consultant relationships & communications
• collaborate closely with and support Apple team members responsible for corporate & retail real estate & development, global events, environmental health and safety, space planning, architectural & design, and real estate & legal
• optimally navigating local city government development review and plan check processes
• support planning and execution of strategically significant cross-functional and special initiatives for the Real Estate and Site Services team, as advised

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees