Senior Real Estate Development Lead

Frederick Fox

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Frederick Fox seeks a Senior Development Manager to lead complex real estate development projects from planning through completion in the DC area. You will oversee design, regulatory approvals, budgeting, construction coordination, and stakeholder management, serving as the primary liaison between project teams, clients, consultants, and executive leadership.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience managing large-scale development programs across healthcare, senior living, higher

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate Development, Urban Planning, or a related field.
10 years of progressive experience managing complex real estate development projects.
Strong experience managing projects within healthcare, senior living, assisted living, higher education, life sciences, cultural institutions, or similar sectors.
Extensive knowledge of project planning, design management, regulatory approvals, permitting, construction administration, and project delivery.
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and consultant teams.
Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong client-facing experience with the ability to present confidently to executive leadership, boards, and ownership groups.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

Lead development projects through all phases, including planning, feasibility, design, permitting, construction, and project closeout.
Coordinate project schedules, budgets, milestones, and deliverables to ensure successful execution.
Oversee design development, regulatory approvals, entitlement processes, and construction activities.
Monitor project performance and proactively identify and resolve risks, issues, and schedule impacts.
Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with quality, budget, and timeline expectations.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Review design documents, construction plans, budgets, and technical specifications for completeness and accuracy.
Manage project procurement, consultant selection, and contract administration.
Oversee construction progress, change management, and project reporting.
Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, clients, executive leadership, boards, and external stakeholders.
Lead client meetings, executive presentations, and project update sessions.
Build strong, long-term relationships with clients by providing strategic guidance and exceptional service.
Communicate project status, risks, financial updates, and recommendations to executive stakeholders in a clear and professional manner.
Represent projects confidently in public meetings, board presentations, and executive discussions.
Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
Monitor project costs and recommend strategies to improve efficiency while maintaining project objectives.
Evaluate project feasibility and support strategic planning initiatives.
Assist with business development efforts, client pursuits, and proposal development when appropriate.
Provide leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary project teams throughout the development process.
Foster collaboration between internal departments, consultants, contractors, and client representatives.
Mentor junior project management professionals and contribute to organizational best practices.
Promote continuous improvement in project delivery, risk management, and operational excellence.