Development Manager

Role Overview

• Lead and manage the due diligence, entitlements, design, and permitting phases of land development projects, with a focus on retail and commercial sites, including convenience store and fueling station projects.
• Oversee all required consultants and third-party professionals to ensure project phases are completed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with local regulations and zoning requirements.
• Conduct and/or oversee due diligence activities, including site analysis, feasibility studies, and environmental assessments, to evaluate project viability.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors on the development of project plans to meet regulatory requirements, operational needs, and stakeholder expectations.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure projects are delivered on time and within approved budgets.
• Coordinate with utility providers to confirm availability of services and compliance with utility design requirements.
• Collaborate with internal client teams, including Real Estate, Entitlements, Construction, and Operations, to align project objectives and ensure milestones are met.
• Identify and manage project risks, including environmental, zoning, and regulatory challenges, and develop mitigation or contingency plans as needed.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates to clients, internal management, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure project documentation, including design documents, permits, approvals, and regulatory filings, is complete, accurate, and current.
• Maintain frequent and proactive communication with clients through email, phone, text, and project management systems.
• Participate in regularly scheduled client meetings, including virtual meetings, to present updates and address issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Land Development or related field, with a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in land development project management is required;
• A focus on entitlements, due diligence, design and permitting phases for retails project is preferred.
• Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Suite products, Deltek, Newforma, and SmartSheet.
• Travel up to 15% for client meetings and ability to attend jurisdictional meetings as required.

Benefits

• Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
• Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront
• 401K with a Company Match
• Rewards and Recognition Program
• Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
• Paid Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage
• Welcome Box
• Casual Dress Code
• Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
• Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
• Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Bonding and Recovery
• Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment