Development Associate

Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners in Washington, DC seeks a Development Associate to support the full lifecycle of real estate projects. You will assist from acquisition through design, entitlements, construction, delivery, stabilization, and closeout, coordinating with internal teams, consultants, contractors, agencies, and capital partners to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires a strong foundation in construction management, budgeting, scheduling, and financial modeling, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, construction management, engineering, architecture, finance, or related field.
• Minimum five (5) years of real estate development, construction management, or related field.
• Experience with LIHTC, historic, renovation projects is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience with ground-up multifamily or mixed-use development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; scheduling software (MS Project) required.
• Experience with financial modeling tools (Excel, Argus) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support acquisition and development teams with feasibility analysis, due diligence, and predevelopment planning.
• Assist in procurement and management of consultants.
• Coordinate design development across disciplines to align with program, budget, and schedule.
• Prepare and manage RFP/RFQ processes and consultant selection.
• Assist in entitlement and permitting processes with agencies.
• Coordinate day-to-day development and construction activities across multiple projects.
• Track project schedules, budgets, and progress; identify risks and propose corrective actions.
• Participate in OAC meetings and document action items.
• Review RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contracts.
• Support preconstruction budgeting, value engineering, and logistics planning.
• Conduct site visits and support closeout and warranty tracking.
• Coordinate utilities, installations, and agency interfaces.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Problem‑solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in real estate/related field

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Argus

Outlook

Job description

Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners ("JL") is a Washington, DC based urban regeneration company that responsibly transforms urban markets into extraordinary places. The company is involved in real estate projects as an investor/developer as well as a real estate advisor/development manager to third party clients. Products include multifamily residential either for sale or rental, commercial and retail mixed-use projects.

Job Summary

The Development Associate will support Senior Development Staff in the planning, execution, and delivery of real estate development projects across the full lifecycle, from acquisition and early feasibility through design, entitlements, construction, delivery, stabilization, and closeout.

This role requires a strong foundation in construction management and project delivery, with the ability to coordinate technical consultants, manage schedules and budgets, and support the successful execution of complex construction projects in an urban environment. The Development Associate will act as a key liaison among internal teams, consultants, contractors, public agencies, and capital partners to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in accordance with JL’s quality and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Predevelopment, Design, & Entitlements

• Support acquisition and development teams with feasibility analysis, due diligence, and predevelopment planning, including review of zoning, entitlement paths, and regulatory requirements. Support acquisition and predevelopment efforts including due diligence, zoning analysis, and feasibility review.

• Assist in procurement and management of consultants (architects, engineers, cost estimators, and specialty advisors).

• Coordinate design development across disciplines to ensure alignment with program, budget, and schedule.

• Prepare and manage RFP/RFQ processes; evaluate

  proposals and support consultant selection.

• Assist in entitlement and permitting processes, including agency coordination and approvals at the local and state levels.

Project & Construction Management Support

• Support day-to-day management of development and construction activities across multiple projects.

• Coordinate and monitor performance of general contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and consultants.

• Track project schedules, budgets, and progress; identify risks and recommend corrective actions.

• Participate in Owner–Architect–Contractor (OAC) meetings; document and drive resolution of action items.

• Assist in review and administration of RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and contracts.

• Support preconstruction efforts including budgeting, value engineering, constructability reviews, and logistics planning.

• Conduct site visits, inspections, punch list walks, and support project closeout and warranty tracking.

• Coordinate dry utilities, service installations, and agency interface requirements.

• Work with internal investment team to maintain and update project pro formas, track project budgets, and financial models throughout the development lifecycle.

• Track project costs, prepare draw packages, and assist with monthly reporting and forecasting.

• Analyze variances between budget, schedule, and actual performance; elevate key issues.

• Support debt and equity financing processes, including due diligence, lender coordination, and closing.

Documentation, Closeout, & Delivery

• Maintain organized project documentation including contracts, permits, plans, and closeout materials.

• Support certificate of occupancy, commissioning, and project turnover processes.

• Assist with lease-up coordination, tenant improvements, and transition to operations or asset management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, construction management, engineering, architecture, finance, or related field.

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in real estate development, construction management, or related field, preferably on owner-side or developer-led projects. Experience with LIHTC, historic, renovation projects is a plus.

• Demonstrated experience supporting ground-up multifamily or mixed‑use development projects.

• Working knowledge of construction methods, project delivery, and development processes.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with scheduling software (e.g., MS Project) required.

• Experience with financial modeling tools (e.g., Excel, Argus) is a plus.

• LEED accreditation or familiarity with sustainable design practices is preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

• Analytical mindset with experience in budgeting, financial modeling, and problem‑solving.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and reporting.

• High attention to detail with strong organizational and document management capabilities.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.

• Professional judgment, initiative, and a proactive, solutions-

  oriented approach.

• Ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Knowledge & Skills Requirements

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.

• High level of attention to detail and follow‑through, particularly in cost tracking, schedules, and document management.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with senior leadership, consultants, contractors, and public agencies.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear project summaries, reports, and briefings.

• Solid understanding of real estate finance and the ability to update development pro‑formas with guidance from senior staff.

• Professional demeanor, sound judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to real estate development, construction management, engineering, architecture, finance, or a related discipline.

• Minimum five (5-7) years of experience in real estate development, construction management, development management, or a closely related role, preferably on owner‑side or developer‑led projects.

• Demonstrated experience supporting or managing construction‑phase execution, including schedules, budgets, contractors, and consultants.

• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, development sequencing, and owner‑side project delivery responsibilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project (or similar scheduling tools).

• LEED accreditation or experience with sustainable building practices is a plus.