Land Development Permitting Supervisor (CPM II)

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Please apply by: 7/16/25

Salary Range: $90,546 - $125,000
Thisis an exempt (salaried) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill,experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include anassessment of the applicants salary history and qualifications in comparisonto the market rate and requirements for the job.

AtMecklenburg County, youll have the chance to build a career as unique as youare with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best versionof you. Were counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help MecklenburgCounty become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptionalexperience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Working atMecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) youwill help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptionalquality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESAs responsibilitiesrange from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and airresources for future generations.

Working with LUESA provides an opportunity topartner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you areinterested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success andinnovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented,high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance ourquality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

MORE ABOUT THE ROLE :
This position will report to the Permitting & Compliance Program Manager and will be responsible for leading the Storm Water Divisions Land Development Permitting group (5 staff) in providing land development engineering review of civil drawings, surveyed plats, and as-built surveys to ensure compliance with erosion control, storm water drainage, street design, and Structural Control Measure (SCM) standards to jurisdictions within Mecklenburg County.

The role will also manage infrastructure bonds on behalf of the Towns. Working knowledge of Accela (digital plan review software) is a plus. The position will serve as the Land Development permit lead for several jurisdictions in Mecklenburg County. The position will be responsible for working with City staff, Town staff, planning boards, the development community, engineers, and surveyors in providing and improving plan review, permitting, and bonding services. This position will also ensure the fees charged for these services cover the expenses of providing the service.

Position Summary
Plans, coordinates, budgets, and supervises various design and construction projects from development
to completion. This position, under minimal supervision, is responsible for selection, negotiation and
supervision of all activities regarding external consultants or vendors; and tracks progress against
milestones, and adheres to budgetary guidelines.

Essential Functions
Manage the design and construction project lifecycle, from initial project planning phases through
completion of construction
May supervise construction project managers, project managers or other positions in the
engineering, environmental or maintenance job classes
Coordinate construction resources and track project progress against established timelines and
schedules
Ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and to specification
Select, negotiate with, and coordinate the work of vendors and contractors
Responsible for material management and delivery scheduling tasks in support of assigned
projects
Track project progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators
and prepares and delivers reports to management
Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes and
environmental regulations
Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites to ensure that proper construction
procedures are being followed
Develop or implement quality control programs and environmental protection programs
Meet with regulatory agencies and contractors to ensure permitting conditions and requirements
for internal/external projects are considered in project scope, timeline, budget
Ensure that all necessary permits or licenses are obtained
Direct and oversee design professionals, construction or related workers; contract or oversee
craft work, such as painting or plumbing
Act as a liaison between the client and project team members regarding changes or problems

Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of four years of related project management experience or training.

Education:
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, one of the natural sciences or
related field.
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes

Licenses and Certifications
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Requires County Driving Privileges
Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required
Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), or Qualified Environmental Professional
(QEP) may be required for certain positions
Depending on area of assignment, may require Registered Architect, Registered Landscape
Architect (RLA) or Professional Engineer license

Preferred Certification:
CFM - Certified Floodplain Manager

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of
Project management and research principles and resources
Applicable federal, state and local statutes, codes and regulations
Business English, spelling and arithmetic
Overall function and responsibilities and services in assigned area
Budgetary principles
Materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings or other
structures
Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human
resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and
resources
Practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles,
techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and
services
Design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans,
blueprints, drawings, and models

Skills
Active listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
the points being made, asking questions as appropriate
Critical thinking by using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of
alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Talking to others to convey information effectively
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options
and implement solutions
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions

Abilities
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals
or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the
information provided
Building Partnerships: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships
between ones area and other areas, teams, departments, units or organizations to help achieve
business goals
Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining
good working relationships
Driving for Results: Setting high goals for personal and group accomplishment; using
measurement methods to monitor progress toward goals; tenaciously working to meet or exceed
goals while deriving satisfaction from that achievement and continuous improvement
Initiating Action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals
beyond what is required; being proactive
Follow Up: Monitoring the results of delegations, assignments, or projects, considering the skills,
knowledge and experience of the assigned individual and the characteristics of the assignment or
project
Negotiation: Effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the
support and acceptance of all parties
Managing Conflict: Dealing effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; using appropriate
interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people

Computer Skills
Proficient in applicable computer programs and devices

Work Environment
Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions

Selection
This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of
ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow
County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations.
No

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable
accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or
working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisors request.
Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions
may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.