Development Project Manager
Oak Brook, IL - USA
Job Summary
Our SelectLeaders client is seeking a skilled and motivated Project Manager to join its Project Development team. This is an excellent opportunity for a real estate development professional to take ownership of complex commercial development projects from due diligence through completion.
As an established commercial real estate development and investment company with a long track record of successfully delivering projects across multiple markets the organization has experience throughout the full development lifecycle from site selection and due diligence through entitlement design construction and completion.
The companys portfolio includes a variety of commercial real estate projects with a particular focus on industrial retail office and other tenant-driven developments. Projects vary in size complexity and scope providing the opportunity to work on developments ranging from smaller build-to-suit projects to large-scale commercial developments.
They are growth-oriented and place a strong emphasis on quality collaboration accountability and long-term relationships. The Project Manager will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects while partnering with internal teams municipalities consultants tenants and other stakeholders throughout the development process.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering site planning land development or commercial real estate development along with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders consultants budgets schedules and project requirements.
Independently manage assigned development projects including scope budget schedule due diligence entitlements design and close-out.
Lead site investigations and identify potential development cost and schedule risks related to grading stormwater wetlands floodplains easements access utilities and entitlements.
Analyze zoning municipal codes permitting and entitlement requirements and serve as a key municipal point of contact.
Manage consultants scopes deliverables schedules and performance.
Review and interpret due diligence reports civil plans construction documents utility agreements leases and municipal requirements.
Develop and manage project budgets forecasts schedules and reporting.
Lead design coordination value engineering entitlement permitting and project meetings.
Ensure project plans comply with lease and development requirements.
Coordinate across Development Construction Leasing Legal Finance and Asset Management teams.
Proactively identify and mitigate project risks while keeping projects on schedule and within budget.
Lead construction turnover and project close-out.
Identify process improvements and mentor junior team members.
Travel as required.
Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering required.
610 years of experience in civil engineering site planning land development or commercial real estate development preferred.
Strong knowledge of site planning civil engineering stormwater management entitlements permitting and land development.
Strong project management analytical communication and organizational skills.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project preferred.
Experience with real estate development project management and related technical software is a plus.
Ability to read and interpret civil plans technical reports leases and municipal codes.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Authorized to work in the U.S. without future sponsorship.
Compensation range for this position is $125000-$150000 with annual bonus potential.
Generous paid time off.
Medical dental and vision insurance.
Life and disability insurance.
401(k) plan with company match.
Flexible spending account options.
Additional voluntary benefit programs.
Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
Collaborative and team-oriented work environment.
Opportunities to work on complex commercial real estate development projects.
Required Experience:
IC