Development Associate: Real Estate & Predevelopment

NorthPoint Development LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Development LLC in Downers Grove, IL, is seeking a Development Associate to join our in-office team. You will support due diligence, budgeting, and coordination across internal and external partners to advance development projects.

This role emphasizes collaboration, strong organization, and problem-solving, with opportunities to work closely with engineers, architects, and contractors through all project stages. The position is in-office in Downers Grove.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, construction management, or real estate.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support due diligence, entitlement analysis, market research, and budget preparation.
• Assist development schedules, design, permitting, and land closing.
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors; manage bids and contracts.
• Track budgets and monthly draw requests; provide reporting.
• Prepare reporting for stakeholders; support RFP responses.
• Organize meetings and communicate progress with project team.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, construction management, or real estate

Job description

NorthPoint Development LLC in Downers Grove, IL, is seeking a Development Associate to join our in-office team. You will support due diligence, budgeting, and coordination across internal and external partners to advance development projects.

This role emphasizes collaboration, strong organization, and problem-solving, with opportunities to work closely with engineers, architects, and contractors through all project stages. The position is in-office in Downers Grove.