Multifamily Real Estate Development Lead

Middleburg Communities; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Middleburg Communities seeks a Development Manager to join our Richmond, VA team. The person will oversee multifamily development activities from site evaluation through construction, coordinating with land acquisition, design, and construction partners to maximize feasibility and timelines.

The role requires strong business acumen, deep understanding of the development process, and the ability to work across departments while maintaining composure under pressure.

Qualifications

• 2-7+ years’ experience or advanced degree with qualifying work experience; background in real estate development, civil engineering or land development is ideal.
• Experience with leading or working on development deals averaging $30M+
• Proven ability to function independently in a multi-task environment, as well as part of a team; comfortable communicating with all levels of management and employees.
• A high energy, entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and results-oriented individual.
• Proven attention to detail, analytical, and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Supports daily activities of multifamily projects from development, design, and permitting leading up to construction commencement.
• Assists with site analysis and evaluate overall feasibility for sites sourced directly and by Middleburg’s land acquisition team.
• Assists in the creation of the final development programs and project underwriting to maximize economic feasibility.
• Collaborates with partners and consultants to ensure development guidelines and zoning regulations are met.
• Coordinates with Investment team in underwriting and capital origination efforts.
• Supports all land due diligence activities and coordination with consultants.

Skills

Real estate development

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Advanced degree (real estate, civil engineering, or related)

Job description

Middleburg Communities seeks a Development Manager to join our Richmond, VA team. The person will oversee multifamily development activities from site evaluation through construction, coordinating with land acquisition, design, and construction partners to maximize feasibility and timelines.

The role requires strong business acumen, deep understanding of the development process, and the ability to work across departments while maintaining composure under pressure.