What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Director (Real Estate Development) position at True North Companies?
🚧 We’re Hiring: Project Director – Real Estate Development
Spartanburg, SC (Upstate Region)
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Project Director – Real Estate Development to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex real estate development projects from concept through completion. This role will play a critical leadership position in driving project success across land acquisition, design, entitlement, construction, and delivery.
What You’ll Do- Lead end-to-end real estate development projects, including site selection, due diligence, entitlement, design, and construction
- Manage project budgets, schedules, and financial performance
- Oversee consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure successful project execution
- Coordinate with municipalities, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Support investment strategy, underwriting, and feasibility analysis
- Provide leadership and mentorship to project management team members
- Drive process improvements and operational efficiency across development projects
- 10 years of experience in real estate development, construction, or project management
- Proven experience managing large-scale or multi-phase development projects
- Strong knowledge of zoning, entitlements, and development processes
- Financial acumen (pro forma, budgeting, forecasting)
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
- Opportunity to lead high-impact development projects
- Collaborative and growth-oriented team environment
- Competitive compensation and benefits
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