Job Description

The Development Manager is responsible for managing project related tasks throughout the development process from project inception through project close out. This role requires on-site attendance at our Tampa, FL Corporate Office, Monday - Thursday with Friday being a remote work day.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead presentations and submission requirements during the entitlement process
• Perform market research and analysis of comparable properties in conjunction with Market Research Department
• Review legal documents and/or agreements and recommend corrections based on project need
• Lead requests for proposals, contracts and vendor contract management processes
• Attend and lead pre-development design and construction meetings and track action items for completion
• Track project data as needed for reporting (e.g. construction starts/finishes, budgeting, working with accounting to update pro formas, scheduling)
• Obtain required permits, construction easements, utility agreements and bonds
• Perform tasks related to equity and/or loan closing due diligence packages and closing document coordination
• Complete “mock ups” for owner review and approval
• Perform monthly and quarterly project reporting to investors, lenders and senior management
• Monitor completion of project specific marketing plans, collateral and timelines
• Coordinate contracts, schedules and installation for initial delivery (e.g. fitness equipment, signage, audio/tech equipment, FFE, artwork, model unit or other owner related proposals, contracts and installation)
• Lead punch list process, as needed
• Establish and maintain proforma model for assigned projects
• Develop and maintain retail lease tracking worksheet for mixed-use projects
• Manage project close out documentation to satisfy investor, lender and management requirements

Qualifications

• Must have a B.A. or B.S. Degree in Business, Finance or a related discipline.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of (5) five years of real estate development work experience (mixed-use development with emphasis on multifamily preferred).
• Familiarity with the Tampa Bay and Central Florida real estate markets preferred.
• Background in finance, construction or other real estate disciplines required.
• Detail-oriented with capability to execute tasks at a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task to achieve desired project/team goals and deadlines.
• High degree of problem-solving ability, especially as it relates to use of resources outside of the department or company
• Aptitude to build and manage project teams successfully and collaborate with internal teams to maximize efficiency.
• Experience with financial modeling/proformas, required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, required.
• Candidate must be proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project and PowerPoint.