Construction Manager - Leading Real Estate Developer

Development Manager, Construction

Reporting into senior development leadership, the Development Manager, Construction will act as the owner's representative and lead the successful execution of multiple commercial development projects.

Manage the full project lifecycle from preconstruction through turnover and closeout

Lead architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants to achieve project goals

Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and reporting

Oversee procurement activities, contractor selection, bid evaluations, and contract negotiations

Monitor construction progress, quality, safety, risk, and compliance requirements

Coordinate permitting, entitlement, utility, and agency approval processes

Provide regular project updates to internal leadership, lenders, investors, and key stakeholders

The successful applicant will have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. They should have 5-10 years of commercial construction project management experience, including delivering ground-up commercial projects such as office, industrial, retail, multifamily, hospitality, or mixed-use developments. Prior experience working for a general contractor, developer, owner's representative, or institutional owner is preferred. The candidate should have a strong understanding of construction means and methods, project budgeting, cost controls, scheduling, and risk management. Experience administering AIA contracts and managing various delivery methods including GMP/CMAR, Design-Build, and Design-Bid-Build is also required. The applicant should be able to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation. Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills are necessary, and experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and/or Primavera P6 is preferred. PMP, LEED AP, OSHA 30, or similar certifications are considered advantageous. Strong negotiation, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills are essential, as well as the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Opportunity to join a growing development platform with a robust project pipeline

High level of ownership and influence over project outcomes

Exposure to complex, large-scale commercial developments

Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment

Strong career growth potential as the organization continues to expand

Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience