Ground-Up Industrial Development Lead

MHW Search; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MHW Search is partnering with an Industrial Investment/Development firm to recruit a Senior Development Manager in Dallas, TX. This role leads ground-up and build-to-suit industrial projects from conception through completion, coordinating architects, engineers, and contractors, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will work with originations, asset management, and external partners, managing budgets, schedules, and risk while presenting project status to clients and stakeholders in a

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in design, engineering, or construction management, within commercial real estate and industrial development.
• Proven track record of managing ground-up development projects from inception to completion.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry best practices.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate diverse teams.
• Experience negotiating commercial contracts (e.g., master agreements, work orders).
• Experience with construction budgeting and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site due diligence and manage entitlement, rezoning, and permitting processes.
• Lead vetting and selection of architects, engineers, and consultants for each project.
• Review and guide designs to optimize constructability, cost, schedule, and functionality.
• Lead RFP development, bid leveling, and procurement of contractors and consultants.
• Develop and manage project budgets and pre-construction cost estimates.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with architects, contractors, consultants, and development partners.
• Coordinate and oversee all construction activities, ensuring timelines, specs, and quality control.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress and address issues.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impacts on timelines and costs.
• Serve as primary contact for clients and stakeholders with status updates.

Skills

Ground-up development

Leadership

Contract negotiation

Budgeting & scheduling

Client communication

Education

BA/BS in Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, Engineering or equivalent

Job description

MHW Search is partnering with an Industrial Investment/Development firm to recruit a Senior Development Manager in Dallas, TX. This role leads ground-up and build-to-suit industrial projects from conception through completion, coordinating architects, engineers, and contractors, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will work with originations, asset management, and external partners, managing budgets, schedules, and risk while presenting project status to clients and stakeholders in a