• Contract Entitlement / Development Manager

    Actalent (Murrieta, CA)


    Description

    Client is seeking an experienced Entitlement / Development Manager to support multiple private-sector projects in the City of San Diego, including coastal and educational developments. This individual will lead entitlement efforts from strategy through approval and act as a primary front-facing representative with clients, agencies, and consultants. This role will begin on a contract basis, with the potential to transition to a longer-term arrangement (contract extension, 1099, or W-2) based on performance and mutual fit. Initial Project Exposure PROJECT THEY WOULD WORK ON FIRST Entitlement of a ~10,000 SF educational facility in the City of San Diego Full entitlement scope including CUP and Coastal Commission approvals Additional private-sector projects to follow

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    MUST HAVES: - Minimum 5 years of entitlement / land use / development experience Direct, hands-on experience working with: - City of San Diego - California Coastal Commission (required) - Experience entitling large commercial, retail, or educational projects - Strong knowledge of California entitlement and coastal processes - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Confident presenter and client-facing professional - Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and consultants - Self-starter with strong organizational and leadership skills NICE TO HAVES: - 10+ years of entitlement or development experience - Educational background in: Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture - Deep familiarity with San Diego local jurisdictions and politics - Experience with educational or institutional developments

    Experience Level

    Intermediate Level

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Murrieta, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $70.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Murrieta,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.