Business Details
20 Years
experience
Expert Development Management Services in Santa Fe, NM
Jenkins Gavin Design & Development is a development management firm founded in 2006 by Jennifer L. Jenkins and Colleen C. Gavin, who share over 60 years of combined experience in land use planning, design, and project management. Our firm specializes in navigating complex regulatory environments to deliver successful residential, commercial, and institutional projects. We provide strategic visioning, entitlements, due diligence, feasibility analysis, and community engagement services tailored to clients' financial and programmatic goals.Our expertise in Santa Fe's regulatory landscape and stakeholder dynamics ensures projects align with local codes while achieving innovative, livable outcomes. With a focus on transparency and collaboration, we advocate for clients throughout planning, permitting, and construction phases, maintaining rigorous quality standards and compliance.
Services
Planning & Entitlements
Due Diligence
Feasibility Analysis
Community Process Facilitation
Architectural Design
Project Management
Expert Witness Services
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of combined experience in land use planning and project management.
- Our team provides comprehensive services from entitlements to construction oversight.
- Deep expertise in Santa Fe's regulatory and community engagement requirements.
- Client-focused approach prioritizing transparent communication and solution-oriented advocacy.
- Proven track record managing complex projects through regulatory approvals to completion.
What people say
Smooth entitlement process
Extensive local knowledge
Creative win-win solutions
Responsive team
Proven track record
Services
Planning & Entitlements
Jenkins Gavin Design & Development develops strategic visions that maximize project potential within Santa Fe's physical and regulatory constraints. Our team secures entitlements through comprehensive code analysis, stakeholder engagement, and compliance documentation. We ensure alignment with municipal planning goals while protecting client interests throughout the approval process.
Project Management
We advocate for clients during construction, maintaining budget adherence and schedule compliance. Our services include contractor coordination, quality control, code compliance monitoring, and issue resolution. We manage pay applications, change orders, and regulatory inspections to ensure seamless project delivery from groundbreaking to occupancy.
Feasibility Analysis
Jenkins Gavin Design & Development assesses project viability through market analysis, regulatory review, and financial modeling. We identify opportunities, limitations, and risk factors to inform investment decisions. Our reports provide actionable insights for developers seeking to optimize project outcomes in Santa Fe's complex development environment.
Community Process Facilitation
We organize and lead public hearings, neighborhood meetings, and charrettes to build community support. Our approach anticipates concerns, fosters dialogue, and secures approvals through transparent communication. We balance client objectives with community interests to achieve mutually beneficial development outcomes.
Expert Witness Services
Jenkins Gavin Design & Development provides expert testimony on zoning, land use, and development issues. With decades of combined experience, our principals deliver authoritative insights during legal proceedings. We support clients through evidence preparation, courtroom testimony, and post-hearing advocacy to resolve complex regulatory disputes.
People
Jennifer L. Jenkins
Principal
Jennifer Jenkins leads planning and entitlement efforts for high-profile Santa Fe developments. With a background in mortgage finance and land use consulting, she combines business acumen with regulatory expertise. She serves on the Regional Development Corporation and Santa Fe Railyard Park Conservancy boards.
Colleen C. Gavin
Principal
Colleen Gavin brings architectural and construction management expertise to Jenkins Gavin Design & Development. A licensed New Mexico architect since 1997, she designs projects across the Southwest, New York, and Costa Rica. Her NCARB certification supports comprehensive project oversight from concept to completion.
Questions
What types of projects does Jenkins Gavin Design & Development manage?
We handle residential subdivisions, commercial centers, institutional facilities, senior living communities, and mixed-use developments throughout Santa Fe.
How does Jenkins Gavin Design & Development navigate Santa Fe's regulatory environment?
Our team leverages deep knowledge of local codes, established relationships with officials, and strategic community engagement to secure approvals efficiently.
Can out-of-state clients work with Jenkins Gavin Design & Development?
Yes, we specialize in supporting out-of-town developers through Santa Fe's unique zoning requirements and historic district regulations.
What sets Jenkins Gavin Design & Development apart from other firms?
We combine architectural expertise, regulatory experience, and construction management under one roof with personalized client advocacy.
How do you handle community opposition to projects?
We proactively engage stakeholders through charrettes and public meetings, addressing concerns while maintaining project objectives.
