Director, Ground-Up Student Housing Development

Gilbane Development; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 137,840 - 201,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Generous profit-sharing/401k plan

Education investment through Gilbane University

Job summary

A national development firm is seeking a strategic Director of Development to lead student housing projects. This role is critical for expanding the development pipeline, requiring at least 10 years in real estate development, with a focus on student housing. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership skills and proficiency in financial modeling. The position offers a competitive salary range of $137,840 - $201,600 with comprehensive benefits, including a retirement program.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in real estate development.
• Experience with ground-up student housing or multifamily projects.
• Proven capacity to manage multiple development projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead the identification and acquisition of new development opportunities.
• Oversee the entire development cycle including design and construction.
• Manage detailed project budgets and schedules to ensure success.

Skills

Leadership

Financial modeling

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate or related field

MBA or Master’s in a related discipline

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Job description

A national development firm is seeking a strategic Director of Development to lead student housing projects. This role is critical for expanding the development pipeline, requiring at least 10 years in real estate development, with a focus on student housing. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership skills and proficiency in financial modeling. The position offers a competitive salary range of $137,840 - $201,600 with comprehensive benefits, including a retirement program.