Senior Director of Development

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The Senior Director of Development is responsible for creating multifamily development opportunities by direct involvement in sourcing, developing, and closing projects to match deal fundamental requirements and deal flow velocity objectives set by the company. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Senior Director of Development will work from the Birmingham office and will cover an assigned geographic area within the Southeast.

Sourcing of Development Opportunities

• Research and determine target markets and specific submarkets to focus efforts
• Develop and maintain a network of relationships in target markets to support deal origination
• Identify and pursue off-market opportunities in target submarkets
• Lead efforts on LOI and contract negotiations for projects
• Produce financial analysis for each viable prospect utilizing LIV’s underwriting model
• Research and produce rent comp, sales comp and tax comp analysis for prospects
• Research and produce pipeline report for current and future projects in corresponding submarket and market
• Produce investment books and investment committee memos

Development of Selected Projects

• Lead rezoning efforts, with support of land use attorney, for new opportunities
• Manage project checklist and schedule for active projects
• Hire, direct and manage team of design professionals to produce Construction Drawings for each project
• Organize internal review of design drawings with LIV team and work with design team on revisions
• Work with Vice President of Construction to provide plans to GC for pricing

Administration of Project Closing

• Closing coordination
• Manage closing process with equity partners and banks
• Coordinate Friends and Family investment partners
• Transition to construction team’s Project Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, real estate, or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience in executing multifamily real estate transactions independently, including identifying new development opportunities and managing closing processes
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling
• Strong relationship building skills. Must be highly skilled in working closely with and developing relationships with key members of the development process.
• Experience managing a team of design professionals and holding them accountable for work product and deadlines
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while collaborating effectively within a team
• Willingness to travel often

This is an in-office position based in LIV’s Birmingham, Alabama headquarters, reflecting the highly collaborative nature of our work. The role requires frequent travel to target markets for development. LIV fosters a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth, team‑building activities, and community involvement.

LIV Development is a leading multifamily developer dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the United States. Through meticulous site selection, strategic acquisitions, innovative design, hands‑on construction, and expert operations management, every aspect of community creation is thoughtfully executed with residents in mind. LIV’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its resident‑first approach consistently delivers higher returns for its investors, employees, and residents alike.

At LIV, we’re committed to building careers, fostering authentic connections, and rewarding performance—with a shared mindset that we can always be 1% better every day. We challenge ourselves and each other to ask “Is this the best we can be?” and work collectively for the good of our teams, our properties, and the communities we serve.

We support your growth through personalized development plans and a culture that values both professional excellence and personal well‑being. We create space to share hobbies, celebrate wins, and build lasting relationships.

Giving back is part of who we are. In 2024, 100% of our team financially supported The Goodfield Foundation, an employee‑funded 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to enriching the lives of residents in LIV communities. Through meaningful programs, engaging events, and hands‑on service opportunities, Goodfield fosters connection, promotes wellness, and strengthens the sense of community that defines the LIV experience.

LIV offers highly competitive, performance‑rewarding compensation, work‑life balance, and endless professional growth opportunities. Some of our other benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA
• 401k with company match
• Generous PTO and company holidays, including paid days for service
• Employer paid pre‑marital and marital counseling
• Employer paid JH Outback and Scott River Lodge excursions for parents and children or spouses