Real Estate Development Manager

Classification: Full-Time

Location: Office Remote

Website: www.acmiproperties.com
 

ACMI Properties is a commercial real estate development firm focused on industrial development. We build industrial campuses centered on aerospace and national security needs. Our projects cater to the unique needs of companies engaged in advanced manufacturing, space systems, energy storage, chemical production, and propulsion systems. We are actively working on several ground-up projects (250,000-1,000,000 SF each) in multiple major markets across the United States. The company is rapidly expanding and poised for growth, which offers significant professional development and advancement opportunities to its employees across many departments.

 
Role and Responsibilities

The Development Manager will be responsible for overseeing several development projects from concept through completion. This includes managing the entitlement process, leading design and pre-construction activities, and ensuring the successful execution of projects. The Development Manager will coordinate with internal teams, consultants, and contractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with company objectives.

 

●       Manage the entire development lifecycle for assigned projects, from site selection and entitlement to design and construction

●       Lead the entitlement process, including zoning, permitting, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

●       Coordinate and oversee the work of architects, engineers, and other design professionals to develop project plans and specifications.

●       Collaborate with the Head of Construction to ensure seamless transition from design to construction.

●       Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and financial forecasts to ensure feasibility and profitability.

●       Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including local authorities, community representatives, tenants, and investors.

●       Identify and mitigate project risks, including those related to entitlements, design, and construction.

●       Prepare and present project updates, financial analyses, and progress reports to senior management and stakeholders.

●       Lead coordination efforts with utility providers, environmental consultants, and other key third parties.

●       Support lease negotiations and tenant coordination, ensuring alignment with project timelines and specifications.

●       Maintain organized project documentation, including contracts, permits, change orders, and meeting minutes.

●      Handle various ad hoc assignments as needed to support the development team.

●       Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

●       Minimum of five (5) years of experience in real estate development, project management, or a related field.

●       Demonstrated experience managing entitlements, design, and construction phases for commercial or industrial development projects.

●       Strong knowledge of zoning, permitting, and regulatory requirements in various markets.

●       Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Procore) and tools.

●       Excellent financial acumen, including experience with pro forma analysis and budgeting.

●       Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of navigating relationships with diverse stakeholders.

●       Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with a focus on detail and quality.

●       Proactive and results-oriented, with a track record of successful project delivery.

●       Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

●       Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate challenges and develop creative solutions.

●       High integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence in all aspects of work.

●       Adaptable with a strong ability to prioritize and manage competing demands.

●       Ability to travel periodically to project sites across the United States.

●       Standard office conditions, including extended periods of sitting or standing.

●       Occasional visits to construction sites, requiring walking on uneven terrain.

●       Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

●       Lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds.

 
Equal Opportunity Employer

ACMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law.