Development Manager - Real Estate Development & Construction in Seattle

Energy Jobline ZR; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an experienced Development Manager for the Greater Seattle Area to lead projects from planning through completion. You will oversee budgets, schedules, and contracts while coordinating closely with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors.

You will represent clients, drive project ownership, and address challenges with leadership visibility. A background in real estate development and construction management is essential to contribute to high-profile

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex commercial development projects.
• Healthcare, life sciences, or higher education project experience is highly preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client-relations skills.
• Ability to coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage development and construction projects from planning through completion.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and contracts.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Represent clients and ensure project alignment with goals.
• Lead meetings, coordinate teams, and address challenges.
• Support feasibility studies, budgeting, procurement, and planning.

Skills

Construction management

Real estate development

Owners representation

Budgeting

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are partnering with a highly respected, well-established real estate development and owner's representative firm in the Greater Seattle Area that is looking to add an experienced Development Manager to its growing team!

This is an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit, collaborative organization with an impressive portfolio of high-profile projects across healthcare, life sciences, higher education, public works, and commercial development.

With a strong pipeline of upcoming projects, long-standing client relationships, and a reputation for delivering exceptional results, this team offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow professionally.

Unlike larger corporate environments, this organization offers a more personalized, hands-on approach where employees have direct exposure to leadership, significant project ownership, and the opportunity to influence major development decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage development and construction projects from early planning and preconstruction through completion
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, contracts, and overall execution
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and key stakeholders
• Serve as a trusted representative for clients throughout the development process
• Lead project meetings, coordinate teams, and proactively address project challenges
• Support project feasibility, budgeting, procurement, and strategic planning
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining strong client relationships
• Ensure projects meet quality, financial, and scheduling objectives

Ideal Candidate

• Strong background in construction management, real estate development, or owner's representation
• Experience managing complex commercial construction projects
• Healthcare, life sciences, or higher education project experience highly
• Experience with public works projects and GC/CM delivery methods is a strong plus
• Strong understanding of project budgets, scheduling, contracts, and construction processes
• Proven ability to manage projects and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders
• Experience working for a General Contractor, Owner/Developer, or Owner's Representative
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
• Motivated, collaborative personality with a desire to grow professionally

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Competitive Base Salary + Performance Bonuses

High-Profile Projects – Work on impactful healthcare, education, public works, and commercial developments throughout the region

Strong Project Pipeline – Join an organization with significant upcoming work and established, long-term client relationships

Collaborative Team Environment – Work alongside experienced professionals in a close-knit, supportive organization

Career Growth – Opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and advance professionally as the company continues to expand

Meaningful Project Ownership – Have a direct impact on project decisions, execution, and client relationships

Excellent Reputation – Join a company known for strong client retention and successful project delivery

Interested in Learning More?

If you're an experienced construction or development professional looking for an opportunity to work on meaningful projects, gain greater ownership, and join a respected organization with a strong future, we'd love to connect!