Design and Entitlement Manager

Benefits: - 401(k) - 401(k) matching - Dental insurance - Health insurance - Paid time off Design & Entitlement Manager WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Partner with Franchise Owners, architects, consultants, and municipal stakeholders to help bring new Primrose schools to life.
• Serve as Primrose's design and entitlement expert, helping ensure each project aligns with brand standards while successfully navigating site-specific development challenges.
• Guide Franchise Owners and their consultants through development requirements, helping them navigate challenges and make informed decisions.
• Communicate proactively regarding project status, risks, and key decisions requiring Franchise Owner input.
• Guide Franchise Owners through zoning, permitting, site planning, and municipal approval processes.
• Evaluate proposed sites and due diligence findings to identify entitlement risks and development opportunities early in the process.
• Support meetings with municipal staff, review boards, planning commissions, and other jurisdictional stakeholders as needed.
• Monitor project schedules and key milestones, identifying risks and helping keep projects on track.
• Travel to development markets to meet with Franchise Owners, visit project sites, and support successful project execution.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Five or more years of experience in franchise, retail, restaurant, multi-unit, or commercial development.
• Experience working directly with Franchise Owners, owner-developers, or multi-unit operators preferred.
• Strong understanding of design development, construction documents, and development workflows.
• Working knowledge of entitlement, zoning, permitting, and municipal approval processes.
• Ability to review plans, identify issues, and recommend practical solutions.
• Experience interpreting due diligence reports, site studies, and development documentation.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with project scheduling and collaboration tools.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

WHAT YOU WILL GET

• Commission or bonuses based on personal and company performance
• 50% tuition reimbursement for up to three children and/or one grandchild at any Primrose School
• Full-time team members are eligible for health, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with company matching up to 3.5% and company provided life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program