Real Estate Development Manager

AIA Philadelphia; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Real Estate Development Manager to lead multifamily and mixed-use projects from concept through construction. This pivotal role involves evaluating development opportunities, managing due diligence, and overseeing design teams to ensure projects meet quality and budget standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate development, excellent project management skills, and a passion for creating impactful developments. Join a dynamic team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of community spaces in the Philadelphia suburbs.

Qualifications

• Experience in real estate development and project management is essential.
• Strong understanding of zoning, site planning, and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate development opportunities and manage due diligence processes.
• Oversee design teams and ensure project deadlines and quality are met.
• Monitor construction processes and assist in project close-out procedures.

Skills

Project Management

Zoning and Site Planning

Budget Management

Design Coordination

Construction Monitoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Architecture, or related field

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Project Management Software

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Berger Development is hiring a Real Estate Development Manager. This is a great opportunity to make an impact on each development and help guide projects from concept through construction. Berger Development focuses on ground up development of multifamily and mixed-use projects in the Philadelphia suburbs.

Responsibilities:

1. Evaluate development opportunities. Create reports related to zoning, site planning, and overall project budget and timeline.
2. Manage due diligence process. Obtain third-party reports related to environmental, geotech, and utilities.
3. Oversee concept design and evaluate sites for different development options and building types.
4. Assist in securing all required entitlements and approvals needed.
5. Oversee design team and ensure deadlines are met and design meets owners' requirements for the development.
6. Review civil, engineering, architectural, and design plans to drive quality and cost-effectiveness.
7. Contract and coordinate all consultants needed during the design/documentation phase.
8. Coordinate interior finish selections and track related submittals throughout construction.
9. Assist with general contractor selection process including writing RFP and evaluating bids.
10. Manage value engineering process including evaluating opportunities and coordinating implementation.
11. Manage design team throughout construction process and ensure all information is provided in a timely manner.
12. Monitor construction process including regular site visits.
13. Review RFIs and Submittals to ensure information meets owners' requirements for the development.
14. Evaluate and negotiate any cost events with the construction provider.
15. Track project costs including subcontract buyout and change events.
16. Assist in project close out, including punch list process and municipality approval of escrowed site work.