Development Associate

 

A fast-paced and rapidly growing boutique real estate firm is seeking a well-rounded Development Associate to support our national development practice that currently has over $600 million in its active pipeline. Based in our Arlington, VA headquarters, this position will support the delivery and sourcing of principal and 3rd party development projects around the country. The ideal candidate will have prior or comparable experience with a commercial real estate development firm, general contractor, or construction management company. It is essential that the individual is extremely proactive, detail oriented, highly capable of managing multiple projects effectively, has exceptional technical, written, and verbal communication skills and enjoys working in a collegial team environment.

 

•         Provide managerial oversight to a development project or a series of projects

•         Provide technical guidance for all aspects of project team activities (design, financing, construction, scheduling and delivery)

•         Directly manage project teams including architects, engineers, general contractors & subcontracted consultants

•         Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and establish priorities

•         Create and update development budgets and proformas

•         Maintain satisfactory relationships w/ partners, tenants, brokers, contractors, subcontractors, lenders, etc.

•         Leadership in the overall direction, administration, and completion of a project

•         Prepare presentations and proposals in response to requests for qualifications/proposals

•         Review and analyze zoning information, contract documents, financial reports, and other items as part of due diligence process, deal negotiations, and closings

 

•         Interest in an entrepreneurial and growing business environment

•         2 to 5+ years of experience in construction management, development, and/or related field

•         Bachelor’s degree in construction management, finance, real estate and/or related field

•         Technical knowledge of principles of architecture, engineering, construction, development, and/or finance

•         Strong financial/analytical skills

•         Commitment to detail, efficiency, and organization

•         Independent worker and team player

•         Willingness to travel

•         Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

•         Strong efficiency in Microsoft Excel

  

 

·         Salary + bonus commensurate with experience 

·         Potential ability to participate in firm-affiliated investments

·         Health Care coverage availability

·         Corporate 401(k) plan

·         Flexible PTO  

 

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION WILL BE AVAILABLE AS OF JANUARY 2, 2025