Sr Development Services Project Manager

Galloway-; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid benefits

Biannual performance bonuses

Profit sharing

Career advancement

Job summary

Galloway & Company Inc. is seeking a senior leader to drive complex, multi-site land development projects from due diligence through permitting and execution. You will partner with clients, lead multidisciplinary teams, and navigate development challenges to ensure project success and growth for the firm.

You will mentor emerging talent, help shape practice strategy, and engage in business development while maintaining strong client relationships and delivering high-impact communities.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of land development and entitlement processes, including experience with Florida jurisdictions.
• Experience with retail store project developments and program roll-out management.
• Capable of leading presentations to government agencies and neighborhood groups.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• Experience collaborating with and leading a team of design professionals.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience negotiating contracts and defining scope of work for various project types.

Responsibilities

• Multi-site program oversight and management.
• Prepare contracts and track changes in scope for amendments.
• Coordinate with subconsultants to obtain proposals; manage contracts, deliverables, and schedules.
• Conduct site development due diligence and assist with site plans and design activities.
• Lead entitlement and permitting processes for developers, owners, and end users.
• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets for timely completion.
• Identify development constraints and advise clients accordingly.
• Act as liaison between government agencies and clients; represent client interests.

Skills

Land development knowledge

Leadership

Client management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Real Estate/Planning/Arch./Civil Eng.

Tools

Microsoft Project

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Galloway & Company, Inc. is a people-first company where collaboration, innovation, and career growth are at the heart of everything we do. You will grow personally and professionally with a supportive culture, flexible work environment, and strong focus on leadership development. You'll also work on diverse, impactful projects alongside multidisciplinary professionals who are passionate about making a difference. At Galloway, you're not just building communities — you're building a fulfilling career.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to take a lead role in driving complex, multi-site land development projects from early due diligence and planning through permitting and execution. You’ll serve as a trusted partner to clients, leading multidisciplinary teams, navigating development challenges, and building relationships with key stakeholders while having a direct impact on successful project outcomes. The role also offers the opportunity to grow the business, mentor emerging talent, and help shape the continued success of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Multi-site program oversight and management.
• Prepare contracts and track changes in scope for preparation of amendments as needed throughout the project.
• Coordinate with subconsultants to obtain proposals. Manage contracts, deliverables, and schedules to ensure timely delivery.
• Perform and oversee specific site development due diligence research including preparation of Site Investigation Reports and narratives, assisting with the development of conceptual site plans, coordinating site planning and design activities.
• Lead the entitlement and permitting process for developers, owners and/or end users. Project types may include multi-site roll-out programs, large format commercial developments, retail fuel stations and a variety of other land development projects.
• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets to facilitate timely project completion.
• Identify and assist clients with development constraints that include, but are not limited to, land use issues, utility availability, traffic impacts, easements, title exception documents, development fees, timing issues, project costs, and other development considerations that might affect the project.
• Act as the primary liaison between government agencies and the client, represents the client at neighborhood meetings and public hearings, and generally represent the client’s best interest in achieving their objective.
• Maintains and updates project tracking tools for effective communication and decision-making.
• Proactively identifies and navigate critical steps during the planning and design process and coordinates with the client and development team in order to procure timely issuance of construction permits.
• Ability to lead and communicate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Active participation in business development activities to include exceptional client services to maintain repeat business and engagement with industry events and organizations.
• Works with marketing, BD team, and practice area leaders to lead BD efforts with new and existing clients when opportunities arise.
• Takes an active role in coaching, mentoring, and delegating responsibility to less-senior level team members.

You will love our Full-Spectrum Approach™! It provides our team with a deeper understanding and appreciation for all aspects of the development process. Across all 11 in-house disciplines, each team brings a multidisciplinary mindset to every project every single day.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of land development and entitlement processes, including specific experience with jurisdictions in Florida.
• Experience with retail store project developments and program roll-out management is highly desirable.
• Capable of leading presentations to government agencies and neighborhood groups.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• Experience collaborating with and leading a team of design professionals.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience negotiating contracts and defining scope of work for a variety of project types.

Education

• Bachelor's or Master’s in Real Estate, Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, or other related field, or six years combined similar work-related experience specific to commercial and/or retail development.

Experience

• Typically, 20 or more years’ experience with land development/entitlements, client management and demonstration of strong communication and coordination skills.

Beyond Base Salary

The estimated starting base salary for this role is $140,000-$150,000.

We've cultivated a culture rooted in collaboration, growth, and innovation. Here's what you can expect:

• 100% employer-paid benefits, setting a high standard in the industry
• Opportunities for biannual performance bonuses and profit sharing
• A workplace culture that emphasizes internal promotion, mentorship, and career advancement
• Nationally recognized as a great place to work—thanks to our outstanding teams and commitment to quality

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Galloway does not sponsor H1-B or other work visa petitions. Pre-employment and ongoing drug screening is required.

Galloway & Company Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.