Development Services - Development Manager

Location: New York

Job Title:

Development Manager Department:
Development Services

Reports to:

Managing Director of Development ServicesFLSA Status:
Exempt GENERAL SUMMARY The Development Manager is responsible for leading and managing the full land development lifecycle for multiple commercial projects and multi-site programs, from initial site evaluation through entitlement, permitting, and readiness for construction. This role serves as the primary Development Services representative and point of contact for clients and is accountable for project performance, schedule adherence, budget management, and successful project delivery aligned with client objectives and firm standards.

The Development Manager provides technical expertise in land development and civil coordination, ensuring that all due diligence, entitlements, design coordination, permitting, and jurisdictional approvals are executed efficiently and effectively. This position leads teams consisting of internal staff, external consultants, and client stakeholders, while proactively identifying risks, resolving issues, and maintaining alignment between project goals, technical requirements, and firm objectives.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position may supervise Development Services team members assigned to their projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIESTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. General duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Client Leadership and Relationship Management Serve as the primary Development Services point of contact for assigned clients, maintaining strong, professional relationships and ensuring exceptional client service.

Partner closely with client leadership and functional stakeholders, including Directors of Real Estate, Directors of Construction, Real Estate Managers, Design Managers, Construction Project Managers, and Store Planning teams.

Advise clients on land development strategies, risks, feasibility considerations, entitlement challenges, jurisdictional requirements, and permitting timelines.

Provide regular project status updates, reports, and executive-level summaries, including schedule, budget, risk mitigation strategies, and issue resolution.

Represent the client and organization in meetings with municipalities, approving authorities, utility providers, and regulatory agencies.

Support client expansion initiatives and assist in identifying opportunities to expand services and strengthen client partnerships.

Land Development Project Management Lead and manage the full commercial land development lifecycle, including:

Site feasibility analysis and site selection support

Due diligence coordination (survey, geotechnical, environmental, utility, and site constraints analysis)
Entitlement and zoning approvals

Civil engineering and design coordination

Permitting and agency approvals

Pre-construction coordination and readiness

Manage multiple projects and programs simultaneously, ensuring delivery within established scope, schedule, and budget constraints.

Develop and maintain project schedules, milestone tracking, and entitlement timelines.

Identify project risks, constraints, and dependencies early and implement mitigation strategies.

Ensure project execution aligns with client standards, internal quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

Coordinate and manage jurisdictional approval processes, including zoning approvals, conditional use permits, variances, site plan approvals, and development agreements.

Consultant and Multidisciplinary Team Leadership Lead, coordinate, and manage multidisciplinary teams consisting of civil engineers, architects, surveyors, geotechnical consultants, environmental consultants, traffic engineers, attorneys, and other specialists.

Facilitate coordination between design teams, client stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.

Review and evaluate consultant deliverables for technical accuracy, constructability, completeness, and alignment with project objectives.

Ensure consultant performance meets contractual obligations, project timelines, and quality expectations.

Lead project meetings, coordination calls, and progress reviews with both internal and external stakeholders.

Foster a collaborative team environment focused on accountability, efficiency, and successful project outcomes.

Financial and Contract Management Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets, ensuring projects remain within approved financial parameters.

Review consultant proposals, negotiate scope and fees, and manage consultant contracts and expenditures.

Monitor project financial performance, including budget tracking, forecasting, and cost control.

Prepare and manage monthly invoicing and ensure timely and accurate billing in accordance with project progress.

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