Economic Development Project Manager

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Full Time 8810-Clerical Office CITY HALL, Roswell, GA, US

22 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $72,242.16 To $93,912.56 Annually

Department: Administration

Pay Grade: 514

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Code: A132

The Economic Development Project Manager is an execution-focused professional responsible for advancing economic development and real estate initiatives from concept through completion. This role translates strategic priorities and approved projects into tangible results by managing timelines, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring successful implementation.

Reporting to the Director of Economic Development, the Project Manager serves as the central point of coordination for assigned projects. The ideal candidate possesses direct experience managing commercial real estate development, redevelopment, mixed‑use development, public‑private partnership, or economic development projects and can demonstrate successful delivery of projects from concept through entitlement, financing, construction, and completion. The successful candidate is highly self‑motivated, entrepreneurial, and results‑driven, with the ability to independently advance complex initiatives while maintaining strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.

This position works closely with the Economic Development Analyst, who provides analytical and financial evaluation, while the Project Manager is responsible for execution, delivery, and overall project performance.

Project Management & Execution

Leads assigned economic development and real estate projects from initiation through completion. Develops and manages project plans, schedules, and milestones; coordinates implementation; and ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with City priorities. Utilizes project management software and reporting tools to develop schedules, monitor progress, manage risks, track deliverables, and communicate project status. Maintains comprehensive project documentation, action plans, stakeholder communications, and performance metrics through established project management systems.

Works directly with developers, property owners, investors, and brokers to advance redevelopment and investment initiatives. Facilitates development processes and helps move projects efficiently from concept to construction. Manages development projects through all phases including site identification, due diligence, feasibility review, entitlement, financing coordination, construction, and project completion. Identifies and proactively addresses development obstacles, regulatory issues, infrastructure constraints, and stakeholder concerns that may impact project success.

Serves as a project champion, driving momentum and accountability among internal and external stakeholders.

Deal Execution & Transaction Coordination

Supports the advancement and closing of real estate transactions and public‑private partnerships, including ground leases, development agreements, and incentive packages. Coordinates internal teams and external partners to move projects through approvals, documentation, and implementation.

Development Process & Entitlement Coordination

Facilitates development review and entitlement processes, including zoning, permitting, and design review. Works closely with Community Development and other departments to identify issues early, streamline approvals, and maintain project schedules.

Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination

Serves as the primary point of contact for assigned projects. Coordinates with internal departments (Community Development, Legal, Transportation, Environmental & Public Works, Finance, etc.) and external stakeholders, including development authorities, developers/investors, business leaders, and community representatives.

Incentives & Agreement Administration

Implements and administers economic development incentives, development agreements, and public‑private partnership structures. Monitors…