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Associate Real Estate Development Manager

Life Time
Chanhassen, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/24/2026
The Real Estate Team is a significant part of the growth engine of our company. We thrive on finding the best property and markets to expand our portfolio of Athletic Resort destinations. We work side by side with our Team Members in the Property Development group by leveraging continual collaboration throughout the life cycle of each project. When you join our team, you are joining a group of fun and talented people. We offer an incredible benefits package, generous club discounts, and a fully subsidized Signature Life Time membership.

Position Summary

The Associate Development Manager plays an integral role on the Real Estate and Development Team by supporting the delivery of new Life Time destinations in partnership with Architecture, Design, and Construction professionals. The Associate Development Manager will collaborate with senior team members and will report to the Director of Development.                                                                         

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist Real Estate Managers in evaluating feasibility of new projects by overseeing concept plans, researching zoning code, and supporting the development of market strategies.
  • Assist Engineering Managers with drafting RFPs and managing contracts for planning & design professionals including zoning attorneys, consulting engineers (civil, environmental, geotechnical) and landscape architects.
  • Assist Development Managers with coordinating and reviewing all Due Diligence inspections including title and survey review, Geotech, environmental, and zoning verifications.
  • Support the Real Estate and Development Managers with Business Planning process by managing internal milestones and drafting project scope narratives, budgets, schedules, and presentations.
  • Obtain all zoning and entitlement approvals and permits necessary for the construction and operation of Life Time facilities. This includes participation in stakeholder meetings with other Developers, Neighborhood Associations, and Public Hearings. 
  • Support the real estate transaction by managing contractual obligations and ensuring successful delivery of all closing documents.
  • Support the construction phase by managing post-closing contractual obligations, assisting the construction team in obtaining occupancy permits, and overseeing scope, schedule, and budget through until Turnover to Operations.

      

Position Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Real Estate or related fields.
  • 2-5 years of experience in Real Estate Development, Engineering, or Construction
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to lead effective team meetings, build relationships, and being comfortable with public speaking.
  • Previous Project Management experience that includes critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making.
  • Self-starter with personal accountability to perform duties and meet deadlines with minimal oversight.

Pay

This is a salaried position starting at $85,000.00(or applicable minimum salary, if higher) and pays up to $117,000.00, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

  • A fully subsidized membership

  • Discounts on Life Time products and services

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)

  • Training and professional development

  • Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage 

  • Short term and long term disability insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans

  • Parental leave and adoption assistance

  • Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave

  • Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.

Salary : $117,000

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