Development Manager Full Time

NorthPoint is a real estate developer that has grown through combining an entrepreneurial spirit and empowerment of its team members. We are looking to add a Development Manager to our growing team! NorthPoint provides an inclusive environment that cultivates collaboration and mentorship. Our core values set the foundation of our culture and guide us in every business decision.

What You’ll Do

Entitlements, Due Diligence & Predevelopment

• Conduct comprehensive site feasibility and due diligence, including test fits, title/survey review, environmental reports, geotechnical studies, and identification of development constraints
• Lead the entitlement process from start to finish, including zoning changes, platting, securing necessary permits and approvals from the appropriate authorities, and maintaining detailed schedules and budgets for the pre-development and entitlement phases of project
• Manage and coordinate a team of external consultants, including civil engineers, architects, land use attorneys, and environmental specialists, to ensure the timely submission of high-quality applications and reports
• Perform critical reviews of civil engineering plans, drainage reports, traffic studies, and other technical deliverables to ensure compliance with regulations and project objectives
• Represent NorthPoint in public hearings and meetings before planning commissions, city councils, and other governmental bodies

Development & Execution

• Bid, negotiate, and administer contracts and change orders for all project related vendors including, but not limited to, engineers, consultants, and contractors
• Manage and coordinate an external project team, including engineers, architects, consultants, and contractors, to hold each accountable and to ensure a successful delivery of the project on schedule and within budget
• Work collaboratively across intercompany departments, including leasing, finance, property management, accounting and shared service teams
• Manage and communicate the status of project financial sources and uses from cradle to grave, including predevelopment budgets, pro formas, partnership structures, land closings, and debt closings
• Develop, maintain, and update detailed development schedules, key milestones, and budgets across the entire project phase and provide clear reporting to internal and external stakeholders
• Provide timely, accurate feedback to the leasing team to support RFP responses and tenant pursuits
• Maintain an understanding of assigned markets and submarkets, including tenant and broker relationships

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Real Estate. A Professional Engineering (PE) license is an asset, but not required
• 5+ years of experience in relevant position
• Deep understanding of the land entitlement process, including zoning, subdivision, due diligence, plan development, and infrastructure coordination
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet critical deadlines
• Strong interpersonal communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Energetic, resourceful, and hands-on individual with the ability to approach problems both logically and creatively
• Detail focused with great organizational skills
• Able to work collaboratively as a team and independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel as required to support project and business needs

Source: NorthPoint Career Page