Development Manager

Onni Group; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health Savings Account

Flexible Saving Account

Annual Education Allowance

Generous Referral Program

Team-building events

Discounted hotel stays via Hospitality

Job summary

Onni Group seeks a Development Manager in Chicago to lead large-scale real estate projects from inception to completion. You will manage consultants, contractors, and internal teams to meet financial and quality targets, coordinating permits and development plans with local authorities.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and market analysis across residential and mixed-use developments. The position emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, risk mitigation, and driving projects to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Finance, Urban Planning, Architecture, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in real estate development and project management.
• Experience managing consultants, contractors, and large-scale multi-family or mixed-use developments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple large-scale real estate development projects, coordinating with external consultants and internal staff.
• Lead consultant teams in securing permits and development plan approvals.
• Manage full project lifecycles including scheduling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Conduct feasibility studies, market research, and financial analyses to evaluate viability.
• Negotiate entitlements and development approvals with authorities; coordinate with regulators.
• Direct permitting and regulatory processes; ensure alignment with plans and specs.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure quality; mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with property management and marketing teams on sales/leasing strategies.
• Build relationships with government agencies, community groups, and stakeholders.
• Prepare and present proposals, budgets, and progress reports to senior leadership.

Skills

Real estate development

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Market research

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Finance/Urban Planning/Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

AutoCAD

Job description

## Development ManagerApplylocations: Chicagotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-102587**Job Description:**We are seeking a motivated **Development Manager** with a strong background in real estate development and project management. The ideal candidate has a proven ability to deliver complex projects on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.The Development Manager will oversee large-scale projects from inception to completion, leading consultants, contractors, and internal teams to achieve financial and operational goals. This role is central to advancing company growth while ensuring excellence in design, execution, and performance**Perks & Benefits**:* Competitive pay* Health Saving Account, Flexible Saving Account, Employee Assistance Program* Annual Education Allowance* Generous Referral Program* Fun and collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events* Discounted hotel stays in multiple locations through our Hospitality brand.**What Will You do?*** Oversee multiple large-scale real estate development projects, managing both external consultants and internal staff.* Lead consultant teams in coordinating building permits and development plans.* Manage full project lifecycles from concept to completion, including scheduling, budgeting, and forecasting.* Conduct feasibility studies, market research, and financial analyses to evaluate project viability.* Negotiate agreements, entitlements, and development plan approvals with local authorities.* Direct permitting and regulatory approval processes.* Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals and quality standards.* Monitor construction progress, ensuring compliance with approved plans and specifications.* Proactively identify and mitigate project risks.* Partner with property management and marketing teams to support sales and leasing strategies throughout development.* Stay current on land acquisition markets, local regulations, and market pricing trends.* Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including government agencies, community groups, and neighbors.* Prepare and present proposals, budgets, and progress reports to senior leadership.* Perform additional duties as required.**What You Bring:**Education:* Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Finance, Urban Planning, Architecture, or a related field required.Experience:* Minimum 3 years of experience in real estate development and project management.* Proven track record in the acquisition, entitlement, development, and marketing of residential and mixed-use projects.* Experience managing consultants, contractors, and large-scale multi-family or mixed-use developments.Technical Skills:* Strong understanding of real estate finance, entitlements, zoning regulations, and the planning/engineering approval process.* Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.* Ability to read, interpret, and coordinate consultant drawings (architectural, landscape, mechanical, electrical, etc.).* Knowledge of budgeting, cash flows, and financial analysis for real estate projects.* Familiarity with sustainable building practices and green building certifications is an asset.Other Skills:* Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.* Strong leadership abilities with proven capacity to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.* Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.* Willingness to travel as required for project site visits and meetings.**Salary Range:**$130k + Performance based bonus**About The Company:****Onni**For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.**AI Use:**This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.**How To Apply:***Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.**We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.*