Development Manager

Location

Scottsdale - 14648 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 290

Business

At Brookfield Residential, a leading North American land developer and home builder for over 65 years, we have had one goal in mind - creating the best places to call home. From the development of award-winning, master-planned communities to the creation of well-designed homes, we are committed to cultivating exceptional life experiences for our customers, partners, employees, and members of the community.

As part of Brookfield - one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world - we harness our resources to bring a fresh approach, unparalleled creativity, relentless innovation, and sound Sustainability practices to the planning, development, and management of buildings everywhere. From offices, retail spaces, and logistics facilities to multifamily residences, hospitality establishments, and mixed-use structures - we are reimagining real estate from the ground up.

If you're ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

Overview:

The Development Manager's responsibilities include regular, effective communication and coordination with numerous project participants, activity tracking, and project-specific tasks. Primary responsibilities include entitlement processing, plan review, regulatory and construction permitting, due diligence coordination, and feasibility analysis support for residential projects throughout Arizona in support of team members from the Senior Development Manager to the Senior Vice President level.

Key Responsibilities:

* Prepare preliminary site plans and various design and cost analyses to determine the feasibility of developing land.

* Build rapport with agency staff to define and improve review and approval efficiencies and develop strategies to expedite processes.

* Collaborate alongside agency personnel and legal counsel to prepare agency participation agreements, facility agreements, and other development-related agreements.

* Prepare and assist with presentations to various agencies to facilitate approval of zoning, plats, and plans.

* Develop and facilitate a planning process associated with reviewing and approving development options.

* Review project business plans and assumptions with a focus on maximizing investment while meeting or exceeding the annual business plan.

* Develop and manage project schedules that define key design and construction milestones to ensure the team meets or exceeds revenue delivery targets.

* Prepare various exhibits and preliminary site layouts utilizing AutoCAD LT.

* Review record information and due diligence documentation for potential new projects. Prepare preliminary development cost estimates, cash flow projections, and schedules to support project pro formas.

* Lead project procurement efforts and contractor selection for public and private infrastructure and off-site improvements.

* Conduct weekly site visits and review active projects under construction.

* Ensure construction activities comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, and manage all required permits.

* Work with the Construction Manager and Project Coordinator to develop clear bid project descriptions and specifications.

* Work with the Construction Manager to evaluate field changes and contract change orders to improve design development.

* Support the Construction Manager in all aspects of development.

* Ensure project sites are safe, clean, and equipped with all required Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental documentation.

* Process invoices, contracts, and check requests.

* Track conditions of approval, improvement bonds, and other required clearances.

* Maintain organized project files and documentation.

* Ensure project plans and specifications are provided to the appropriate design discipline or Construction Manager in a timely manner.

* Meet with the land development team and public officials to discuss issues related to the development process.

* Travel to project sites throughout the Phoenix metro area.

* Maintain cordial, professional relationships with other Brookfield departments, external entities, and various stakeholders.

* Coordinate with other…