Civil Engineer; Development Manager

Zaremba Group is a fully integrated, family-owned commercial real estate development firm headquartered in
Lakewood, Ohio, with more than a century of history and over 1,000 properties developed across the United States. We manage every stage of the development program in-house from site selection and entitlements through construction and asset management, partnering with leading national retailers, including many Fortune 500 companies, to deliver customized build-to-suit solutions.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Candidates must have a strong understanding of the commercial site development and permitting process. Experience in site due diligence, coordination of engineering and design consultants, and the ability to obtain governmental approvals is required. Must have the ability to coordinate multiple development projects simultaneously. Must enjoy a fast-paced environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Knowledge of site-specific due diligence requirements and ability to formulate solutions to due diligence issues.
• Ability to present projects to and obtain approvals from various governmental boards/agencies.
• Ability to identify and solve development issues early in the development process.
• Ability to create and manage budgets and schedules.
• Ability to ascertain and solve construction issues early in the construction schedule.
• Overall responsibility, through various consultants, to direct the entitlement process along with overseeing the development of all plans and specifications for the construction of retail projects.
• Diplomacy skills working with local government representatives.
• Ability to manage multiple resources within a given project, adhering to strict deadlines and budgets.
• Must be a self-starter with excellent communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years’ experience in coordinating architects and engineers in development retail projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field; architecture, landscape architecture, construction management, or city planning with strong retail development experience.
• Experience in obtaining all governmental approvals (federal, state, and local).
• Knowledge of all site due diligence and evaluation leading up to property acquisition.

POSITION DETAILS:

Location:

On-site at our Lakewood, Ohio headquarters, 14600 Detroit Avenue
Travel: 10 - 20%, depending on client and project locale.
Job Type: Full-time.

Join a team that shapes the retail landscape through custom, ground-up development projects nationwide.

Work alongside industry experts in an entrepreneurial environment where every voice matters.

Advance your career at a company committed to your professional development and long-term success.

Reach out today to learn how Zaremba Group can support your retail growth through expert real estate solutions.