Development Associate

Meadows & Ohly , LLC; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Meadows & Ohly, LLC is seeking a Development Associate to support healthcare construction and facility development projects from planning through execution. You will work with Development Managers and stakeholders to manage documentation, budgets, schedules, permits, procurement, and project coordination across teams.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and capable of handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability and willingness to learn project management platforms such as Microsoft Project, Microsoft Timeline, Smartsheet, and e-Builder.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong customer service and relationship management skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support Development Managers and regional teams in the implementation of short- and long-term healthcare construction and outpatient development projects.
• Prepare, organize, and track project documentation, including drawings, specifications, RFPs/RFQs, budgets, schedules, contracts, meeting minutes, action items, and project reports.
• Assist with project budgeting, cost estimates, competitive bid evaluations, negotiated pricing, and budget tracking.
• Coordinate communications among clients, contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and internal team members.
• Participate in project site visits, construction meetings, owner meetings, design reviews, and project progress discussions.
• Assist with contract administration, permitting, procurement, invoice review, payment applications, lien waivers, change documentation, and project closeout.
• Coordinate project meetings, schedules, agendas, presentations, and supporting materials while maintaining organized project records.
• Support departmental initiatives, business development efforts, strategic planning, and operational improvement projects while managing competing priorities and deadlines.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Timeline

Smartsheet

e-Builder

Job description

About Meadows & Ohly

Founded in 1972, Meadows & Ohly is a leading healthcare real estate services firm serving health systems and providers nationwide. With more than 250 employees across nine offices, we deliver integrated real estate, advisory, development, and management solutions tailored to the healthcare industry. Our culture is built on integrity, collaboration, hard work, and long-term relationships, driven by exceptional people committed to doing what is best for our clients, partners, and communities.

Why Join Us?

• Awarded 2025 & 2026 Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work
• Competitive compensation and performance incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Collaborative, people-first culture focused on work-life balance

Location

Alpharetta, GA

Position Overview

The Development Associate supports the planning, execution, and administration of healthcare construction and facility development projects. Working closely with Development Managers and project stakeholders, this role provides hands‑on support throughout the project lifecycle, including project documentation, budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, permitting, procurement, and coordination of project teams and activities.

This position is designed for an individual who is interested in developing a long‑term career in healthcare construction, development, and program management. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, sound judgment, a willingness to learn, and the ability to build effective relationships with clients, contractors, design professionals, consultants, and internal team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Development Managers and regional teams in the implementation of short- and long-term healthcare construction and outpatient development projects.
• Prepare, organize, and track project documentation, including drawings, specifications, RFPs/RFQs, budgets, schedules, contracts, meeting minutes, action items, and project reports.
• Assist with project budgeting, cost estimates, competitive bid evaluations, negotiated pricing, and budget tracking.
• Coordinate communications among clients, contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and internal team members.
• Participate in project site visits, construction meetings, owner meetings, design reviews, and project progress discussions.
• Assist with contract administration, permitting, procurement, invoice review, payment applications, lien waivers, change documentation, and project closeout.
• Coordinate project meetings, schedules, agendas, presentations, and supporting materials while maintaining organized project records.
• Support departmental initiatives, business development efforts, strategic planning, and operational improvement projects while managing competing priorities and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in construction, project management, development, architecture, engineering, or a related industry preferred.
• Working knowledge of construction project delivery, development processes, contract administration, and construction terminology preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability and willingness to learn project management platforms such as Microsoft Project, Microsoft Timeline, Smartsheet, and e-Builder.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong customer service and relationship management skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, exercise sound judgment, and work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team; willingness to travel as required.

Additional Requirements & Disclaimer

Candidates must possess reliable transportation and maintain a valid driver’s license, as certain roles may require travel to client sites or other off‑site locations. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing applicable background, credit, and/or drug screenings, in accordance with applicable laws and position requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the role. Depending on the position, employees may be required to sit, stand, walk, drive, communicate, use hands and fingers, lift or move materials in varying weight, and work in active healthcare, office, or commercial building environments. Specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus, may also be required.

This job posting is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Responsibilities and requirements may change based on business needs. Meadows & Ohly is an Equal Opportunity Employer.