Development Project Manager

What You'll Do

Project & Construction Management

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• Lead the day-to-day execution of commercial development projects from design through project closeout.
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• Manage ground-up developments, redevelopment projects, tenant buildouts, and capital improvement initiatives.
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• Coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and municipal agencies to ensure successful project delivery.
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• Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress, quality, safety, and adherence to project specifications.
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• Identify project risks early and implement solutions to maintain schedule and budget objectives.

Budget & Financial Management

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• Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets throughout the construction lifecycle.
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• Review and approve pay applications, change orders, project invoices, and contractor billing.
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• Track project costs, evaluate financial performance, and proactively address budget variances.
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• Partner with ownership and finance teams to ensure strong financial oversight and reporting.

Procurement & Contract Administration

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• Lead contractor bidding, procurement, and vendor selection processes.
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• Negotiate contracts with general contractors, subcontractors, and consultants.
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• Administer construction contracts, ensuring compliance with project requirements and contractual obligations.
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• Manage change order reviews and contract modifications while protecting project objectives.

Schedule & Quality Control

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• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules and critical milestones.
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• Monitor project timelines and proactively mitigate delays.
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• Ensure construction activities meet quality standards, design intent, and company expectations.
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• Oversee project closeout, including punch list completion, warranty management, final inspections, and turnover to property management or tenants.

Stakeholder Management

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• Serve as the primary point of contact between ownership, design professionals, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
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• Provide regular project updates, executive reporting, and milestone tracking to senior leadership.
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• Foster strong working relationships that promote collaboration, accountability, and successful project outcomes.

What We're Looking For

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• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
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• 7+ years of commercial construction or development project management experience.
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• Proven success delivering ground-up commercial developments, redevelopment projects, or large tenant improvement projects. Retail experience encouraged.
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• Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, project delivery models, and contract administration, including AIA contracts.
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• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, procurement, and cost controls throughout the development lifecycle.
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• Proficiency with construction management platforms such as Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Primavera, or comparable software.
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• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
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• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
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• Driver’s License Required-travel to properties within the portfolio will be required as needed.

The Ideal Candidate

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• Hands-on project manager who enjoys being in the field while maintaining strong project oversight.
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• Organized and detail-oriented with exceptional planning and execution skills.
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• Collaborative communicator who builds trust with contractors, consultants, and ownership.
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• Proactive problem solver who anticipates challenges and delivers practical solutions.
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• Financially minded with a strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
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• Committed to delivering high-quality projects while maintaining schedule, budget, and safety objectives.