What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Development Project Manager position at Aureate Development?
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Real Estate Development Manager / Development Project Manager to lead the planning, design, entitlement, and execution of complex real estate development projects—including large-scale mixed-use and commercial assets. This role requires a versatile professional with a strong background in both project management and real estate development. This individual will serve as the key liaison between ownership, capital partners, public agencies, and all project stakeholders—ensuring developments are financially viable, technically sound, and aligned with long-term strategic goals.
- Bachelor’s degree in real estate, construction management, finance, engineering, architecture, or related field
- Minimum 5-10 years of experience in development project management or commercial real estate development
- Strong working knowledge of zoning, entitlements, permitting processes, and design coordination
- Proficiency in project and financial modeling tools (Excel, Procore, MS Project, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Skilled in managing consultants, legal advisors, public agencies, and capital stakeholders
- Familiar with budgeting, value engineering, and development risk assessments
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
- Project Feasibility & Entitlement:
Conduct feasibility studies, financial modeling, site analysis, and prepare development proposals. Manage all aspects of entitlement, permitting, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions. - Planning & Scheduling:
Oversee all phases of project development including master planning, market analysis, budgeting, pro forma modeling, due diligence, permitting, design development, procurement, and scheduling. - Design & Preconstruction Coordination:
Lead the design process with internal teams and external consultants (architects, engineers, contractors). Manage project programs, design schedules, constructability reviews, and material/equipment procurement timelines. Coordinate Owner and tenant-furnished equipment requirements and vendor integration. - Site Development Risk Management:
Navigate challenges such as utility availability, relocation, grading, expansive soils, geotechnical concerns, environmental mitigation, traffic studies, parking demands, and phased infrastructure approvals. Work with civil engineers and municipalities to resolve land use constraints and infrastructure logistics. - Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration:
Serve as the primary point of contact for tenants, capital partners, municipalities, utilities, and internal leadership. Provide regular updates on design progress, permitting, and construction readiness. - Marketing & Leasing Support:
Support internal marketing and brokerage teams by contributing to project proposals, marketing packages, test fits, pro forma assumptions, timelines, and sales or lease rate strategy. - Project Delivery Oversight:
Ensure that all projects are executed on time, within scope and budget, and meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. Identify risks and resolve issues as they arise.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in real estate, construction management, finance, engineering, architecture, or related field
- Minimum 5-10 years of experience in development project management or commercial real estate development
- Strong working knowledge of zoning, entitlements, permitting processes, and design coordination
- Proficiency in project and financial modeling tools (Excel, Procore, MS Project, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Skilled in managing consultants, legal advisors, public agencies, and capital stakeholders
- Familiar with budgeting, value engineering, and development risk assessments
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
Core Skills & Expertise
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Financial Modeling & Budget Oversight
- Risk & Site Constraint Mitigation
- Public Agency & Stakeholder Engagement
- Entitlement & Permitting Coordination
- Vendor & Contractor Management
- Market Research & Deal Structuring
- Strong Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
Medical, Dental, 401k PTO ETC