Development Manager - Residential Construction

Real Estate Development firm based in Brooklyn NY looking for a highly motivated self-starter to oversee its development projects. Development Manager - Residential Construction will report to the firms' Principal. The position is focused on ground-up development of market-rate multifamily, commercial, and mixed-use projects in Brooklyn.

The successful Development Manager - Residential Construction will be responsible for managing the execution of development projects. The successful applicant should be comfortable working in a small team environment where everybody is expected to make impactful contributions.

The Development Manager - Residential Construction Responsibilities:

Lead the day-to-day management of development projects including the oversight of all construction activities, project contractors, and consultants.

Utilize systems, processes, and checklists to manage all the various elements on the projects.

Monitor KPI's on all projects to identify and solve potential issues before the occur.

Coordinate with architect, engineer, construction manager, partners, lenders neighbors, and all other project participants.

Prepare requests for proposals, vet and assemble a design and development team.

Work closely with expeditors and code consultants to obtain approvals, permits. and project sign offs required.

Oversee value engineering exercises with the construction manager.

Lead all aspects of selecting the development team, building design, permitting, contract negotiation, and construction.

Responsible for maintaining project timeline, ensuring milestones are met on time and within budget.

Provide reports related to project status to principals and stakeholders.

Review and approve all project invoices for completeness and accuracy.

Work closely with company finance department to pay invoices and record invoices in a timely manner.

Manage the construction loan process, create monthly requisitions, and develop monthly project reports.

Responsible for maintaining and executing project contracts in accordance with department and corporate requirements.

Tracking and reporting project status to investors, lenders, and joint ventures.

Assist in all matters in the growth and development.

Required Employee Attributes:

Hungry, humble, smart

Track record of ground-up residential construction

Ability to commute throughout Brooklyn

Sense of urgency on all matters

Sense of ownership in all matters

Positive energy

Superior writing and communication skills

Highly organized

Process and systems oriented

Capable and effective in both in office environment and in the field on job sites

Performs well under pressure

Performs well in a team environment

Eager to learn