The mission of Allied Development is to grow the legacy of land owners, communities and builders by developing land that allows families to flourish. Founded in Clackamas, Oregon, by real estate entrepreneur Cody Bjugan, Allied Development has grown into a nationally recognized company focusing in over 10 states covering 23 major markets and expanding. Now headquartered in Scottsdale, our company leverages talent, technology, and relationships to manage successful residential land development projects across the United States. With a rich history of more than 20 years, we have established a standard of excellence in the land entitlement services we provide to all our stakeholders—including landowners, partners, builders, and internal team members. Although the basic concept of land development may appear straightforward, it is our commitment to ensuring each unique property is developed to its best and highest potential that sets Allied Development apart.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Land Entitlement Assessor / Land Analyst plays a critical role in evaluating the feasibility, risk, and profitability of potential land development opportunities — with a primary focus on single-family and multi-family residential projects. This role is responsible for analyzing development potential, zoning and entitlement pathways, topography, infrastructure considerations, and overall financial viability during the land valuation phase of the acquisition pipeline.

After a property has been initially qualified and seller interest has been confirmed, the formal land valuation process begins. This role serves as a key filter within that process — identifying viable opportunities while creatively exploring ways to structure and improve marginal deals. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigor with an optimistic, solution-oriented mindset.

This position works closely with jurisdictions, engineers, builders, and the internal acquisition team to gather and synthesize information necessary to complete comprehensive project evaluations and support acquisition negotiations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Land Development Feasibility Analysis

• Conduct detailed assessments of land parcels to determine development suitability and investment potential.
• Evaluate zoning regulations, future land use plans, entitlement requirements, density allowances, environmental constraints, access, utilities, and infrastructure availability.
• Analyze topography, site constraints, and jurisdictional requirements to identify development opportunities and risks.
• Research market demand and builder activity to support valuation assumptions and project viability.

Feasibility & Financial Analysis

• Collaborate with engineers, municipalities, utility providers, and home builders to obtain project-specific development information and cost assumptions.
• Assist in developing accurate project cost estimates, including:
• Horizontal development costs
• Vertical development considerations
• Onsite and offsite improvement costs
• Utility and infrastructure costs
• Entitlement and permitting expenses
• Support valuation analysis and acquisition pricing recommendations.
• Identify creative solutions and alternative strategies to improve project feasibility while maintaining land valuation discipline.

Land Sourcing & Opportunity Identification

• Proactively source ("snipe") raw land opportunities with development potential that align with Allied Development's buy box and acquisition criteria.
• Utilize internal sourcing tools, GIS/mapping systems, data platforms, and proprietary sourcing methods to identify off-market opportunities.
• Analyze markets, growth corridors, infrastructure expansion, builder activity, and jurisdictional trends to uncover potential acquisition targets.
• Identify properties with favorable zoning, future land use designations, utility access, and development potential.

Project & Timeline Management

• Manage multiple active projects simultaneously while meeting company timelines and acquisition deadlines.
• Drive projects efficiently through the land valuation pipeline from intake to final recommendation.
• Ensure milestones and deliverables are completed within required timeframes.
• Collaborate with the acquisition team to prioritize and advance high-quality opportunities.

Data Management & Communication

• Maintain organized and detailed project documentation using internal systems, CRM platforms, and property master sheets.
• Track project status, priorities, outstanding items, and progress across departments.
• Communicate effectively with acquisition managers, leadership, engineers, municipalities, and third-party consultants.

Presentation & Decision Support

• Clearly present conclusions, valuation rationale, risks, and recommendations to the acquisition team.
• Provide concise summaries for both approved and disqualified projects, including supporting reasoning and key findings.
• Assist acquisition relationship managers with negotiation support and land valuation and feasibility insights.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Civil Engineering, Real Estate Development, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in land planning, entitlement analysis, land valuation, development, acquisitions, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of:
• Land development processes
• Zoning and entitlement procedures
• Municipal planning and approval workflows
• Site feasibility analysis
• Residential development land valuations
• Land sourcing and market research

TECHNICAL & PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Strong financial analysis and land analysis capabilities.
• Ability to interpret zoning ordinances, comprehensive plans, engineering reports, and development regulations.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage large amounts of information simultaneously.
• Proficient in CRM systems, spreadsheets, mapping tools, and project tracking systems.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines.

PREFERRED TRAITS

• Optimistic and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Creative problem solver with strong critical thinking skills.
• High level of ownership and accountability.
• Ability to balance opportunity identification with disciplined risk assessment.

EXPECTED RESULTS & PERFORMANCE METRICS

• Manage approximately 7–10 active projects at any given time.
• Complete land valuation and financial analysis within 10 business days of project intake.
• Consistently source and identify qualified raw land opportunities that align with Allied Development’s buy box and KPI metrics.
• Deliver clear, concise, and actionable recommendations to acquisition leadership.
• Maintain accurate project tracking and communication throughout the lifecycle.
• Consistently identify high-quality acquisition opportunities while filtering out non-viable projects.

WHY ALLIED DEVELOPMENT?

Most land companies play it safe. Allied Development doesn’t.

We’re disrupting the conventional land acquisition model with a high-tech, digital-first approach — and we’re doing it on purpose. Our mission is to grow the legacy of landowners, communities, and builders by developing land that allows families to flourish. We believe that when a deal is structured right, everybody wins: the landowner is treated with respect, the community gets the vision it’s been working toward, and the builder gets a prime project ready to go.

That’s not an accident. That’s the Allied way.

Our culture is built for the high-energy, roll-up-your-sleeves professional who is hungry, sharp, and ready to grow. We value a service mentality and a strategic mindset. We’re the place where talent and technology meet to set a new standard of excellence in land entitlement. 

Allied was named an Inc. Best Workplace of 2026 because mission and culture aren't afterthoughts here. 

If you’re the kind of person who sees a marginal deal and immediately starts thinking about how to make it work, you’ll fit right in.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• Salary: Discussed during interview process — based upon experience
• Commission: Project Profit Share
• Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Preventative Care — Full Employee Premium covered or 50% of Family Premium covered
• 401(K) Plan + Employer Match up to 4% of salary
• 9 Paid Holidays & PTO

LOCATION & TRAVEL

• Base Location: Scottsdale, AZ (Main Office)
• Work Structure: Hybrid position with mandatory in-office days. Must live within driving distance of the Scottsdale office.

HOW TO APPLY

1. Watch: Message from our Founder to ensure our mission aligns with your professional goals.
2. Submit: Upload your resume through the job posting link.
3. Assessment: Qualified candidates will be invited to complete a required TestGorilla and CVI assessment. This is a mandatory step before the interview process proceeds.