Job Description

Development Manager

Bellevue, WA

Work for a commercial real estate investment and development firm. They are looking for a Development Manager to oversee ground-up industrial development projects from acquisition through closeout. This role will manage all phases of the development lifecycle, including due diligence, entitlements, design coordination, budgeting, construction oversight, and project delivery.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on development professional who can manage multiple projects simultaneously, build strong relationships with consultants and municipalities, and drive projects forward in a fast-paced environment.

Development Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage industrial development projects from due diligence through construction and closeout.
• Coordinate entitlements, permitting, zoning, and municipal approvals.
• Oversee consultants, architects, engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and reporting.
• Lead design coordination, preconstruction, and construction administration activities.
• Support acquisition due diligence, feasibility analysis, and project underwriting.
• Prepare project updates and presentations for leadership, lenders, and investment partners.
• Monitor project progress, risk management, and overall project execution.

Development Manager Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of commercial real estate development experience.
• Experience managing ground-up development projects through the full lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of entitlements, permitting, budgeting, scheduling, and construction processes.
• Experience coordinating consultants, municipalities, contractors, and design teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with project management, budgeting, and reporting tools.
• Industrial development experience strongly preferred.

Company Benefits:

• 100% covered Medical, dental, vison, and life insurance for employees.
• 401k Plan.
• Paid time-off and holiday

Compensation: $160K - $200K + 20% bonus