Development Associate/Manager

Lincoln Property Company; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A large real estate firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Development Manager/Senior Development Manager to lead large-scale mixed-use projects. This role requires 5+ years of experience in real estate development and project management at an institutional firm. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day project execution, overseeing third-party consultants, and providing updates to senior leadership. The position offers a salary range of $120,000 - $150,000, with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in real estate development or project management role at an institutional firm.
• Experience with large complex mixed‑use development projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and consultants independently.
• Strong understanding of entitlement, design, and pre‑construction processes.
• Familiarity with development underwriting and pro forma review.
• Knowledge of local zoning regulations, building codes, and permitting requirements in Los Angeles is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day development management of assigned projects from due diligence through construction.
• Manage and coordinate third‑party consultants, including architects, engineers, and other design professionals.
• Oversee entitlement processes, design development, and project budgeting.
• Track project schedules, risks, and key milestones to ensure alignment with business plans.
• Provide regular project updates to senior leadership.

Skills

Real Estate Development

Project Management

Entitlement Process

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

MBA or MSRE/MRED

Job description

Development Manager / Senior Development Manager

We are seeking a Development Manager / Senior Development Manager to join our Los Angeles-based team, focused on the execution of large-scale mixed‐use developments. This role is ideal for a candidate coming from an institutional real estate platform who is looking to take on greater ownership of deals within a well‑capitalized, vertically integrated environment.

The Development Manager will play a key role in driving projects from early due diligence through construction, working closely with senior leadership while managing day-to-day execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day development management of assigned projects from due diligence through construction
• Manage and coordinate third‑party consultants, including architects, engineers, and other design professionals
• Oversee entitlement processes, design development, and project budgeting
• Partner with internal acquisitions team to review underwriting assumptions and provide execution input
• Track project schedules, risks, and key milestones to ensure alignment with business plans
• Support contract negotiations and consultant agreements
• Coordinate across internal teams including finance, legal, and construction
• Provide regular project updates to senior leadership

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in real estate development or project management role at an institutional firm.
• Experience with large complex mixed‑use development projects
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and consultants independently
• Strong understanding of entitlement, design, and pre‑construction processes
• Familiarity with development underwriting and pro forma review
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Self‑motivated and proactive with a strong work ethic and a commitment to delivering high‑quality results.
• Knowledge of local zoning regulations, building codes, and permitting requirements in the Los Angeles area is required.
• Background in business, architecture, planning, engineering, or related discipline preferred
• MBA or MSRE/MRED strongly preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

This position is 100% in‑office. The role requires working in office during standard business hours. Remote work or telecommuting is not an option for this position.

Pay Range

$120,000 - $150,000 USD

About Lincoln Property Company

Lincoln Property Company ("Lincoln") is one of the largest private real estate firms in the United States. Offering a fully integrated platform of real estate services and innovative solutions to owners, investors, lenders and occupiers, Lincoln supports the entire real estate lifecycle across asset types, including office, multifamily, life science, retail, industrial, data center, production studio, healthcare, government, universities, and mixed‑use properties, throughout the United States, United Kingdom, and Europe. Lincoln’s combined management and leasing portfolio on behalf of institutional clients includes more than 680 million square feet of commercial space. For more information, visit: www.lpc.com .

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