Development Manager, High-Density Residential

Insite Development Group; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Health Benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional Development

Employee Discounts on PHM properties

Wellness Programs

Job summary

InSite Group in Fort Lauderdale, FL, seeks a strategic Development Manager to lead high-density residential projects from inception to completion. You will drive planning, entitlement, design and construction with a focus on budget, timeline and stakeholder alignment.

The role requires 5–7+ years in real estate development or PM, strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills, and a track record of delivering large-scale ventures.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Real Estate, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field required; advanced degrees are a plus.
• 5–7+ years in real estate development or PM with large-scale project delivery experience.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development of high-density residential projects from planning to completion.
• Oversee budgeting, scheduling, design coordination, and construction management.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with zoning, codes, and permitting requirements.
• Coordinate with investors, officials, and management teams to secure approvals.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate or related field

Master’s degree advantageous

Tools

Project management software

Job description

InSite Group in Fort Lauderdale, FL, seeks a strategic Development Manager to lead high-density residential projects from inception to completion. You will drive planning, entitlement, design and construction with a focus on budget, timeline and stakeholder alignment.

The role requires 5–7+ years in real estate development or PM, strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills, and a track record of delivering large-scale ventures.