Development Manager (Luxury Residential)

SL Recruit · Washington, United States

Overview

Seeking an experienced Development Manager to oversee commercial real estate projects from initial feasibility and planning through design, approvals, construction, and delivery. The firm is an established real estate development company focused on identifying opportunities and bringing high-quality projects to life. This individual will coordinate consultants, manage budgets and schedules, navigate the entitlement process, and work closely with construction teams to ensure projects are delivered successfully. This role will initially be focused on luxury, high-rise residential projects with the opportunity for exposure to diverse project types in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of the real estate development process, from due diligence and feasibility through project completion.
• Coordinate site evaluations, zoning reviews, entitlements, permitting, and municipal approvals.
• Oversee architects, engineers, consultants, and other project stakeholders throughout design and preconstruction.
• Develop and monitor project budgets, financial projections, schedules, and overall project performance.
• Manage consultant selection, contractor procurement, bid reviews, and contract negotiations.
• Coordinate with construction teams to monitor costs, schedules, quality, and project execution.
• Identify project risks, resolve issues, and provide regular updates to ownership and senior leadership.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure projects align with investment objectives and business goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate development, construction, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of the development lifecycle, including due diligence, entitlements, design, and construction.
• Experience managing consultants, budgets, schedules, and multiple project stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, review project costs, and navigate municipal approval processes.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field preferred.

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