Development Manager

NOW HIRING: Development Manager

Department: Rush Development

Reports To: VP of Rush Development

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Development Manager is to manage ground-up development projects from feasibility analysis to lease-up, including underwriting, planning, design, permitting, construction, marketing, leasing, and financing. The position will be responsible for playing a leadership role in all phases of the real estate development process. The Rush Companies currently owns and manages ~2,300 multifamily units with another ~1,000 units in our development pipeline. Our goal is to own and manage 10,000 units in 10 years and the Development Manager will play a key role in helping us achieve our goal.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Develop pro-formas, financial sensitivity analysis, and budgets for new and prospective multi-family development projects
• Procure, qualify, recommend, and negotiate contracts with architects, engineers, contractors, and other consultants
• Manage bid processes, monitor scope, schedule, and budget for development projects
• Conduct land use and building code analysis, and ensure compliance with codes and laws
• Manage design development and the entitlement process, coordinating with design consultants & AHJs to maintain project schedule and owner’s program needs.
• Serve as primary point of contact on assigned projects as owner’s representative at meetings with joint venture partners, investors and lenders, attorneys, government agencies, community organizations, contractors, and other parties
• Along with the acquisitions team, help source new development opportunities from sellers and brokers
• Assist in other projects as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Functional supervision is exercised over general contractors, architects, surveyors, engineers, vendors, and other consultants

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate, Construction Management or related field required.
• A minimum of ten years of relevant experience in real estate development, construction management, and/or architecture/engineering, preferably in multi-family development
• 5-7 years of experience in planning, design, permitting, and construction of garden style and mid-rise projects
• Conceptual site planning and design skills utilizing CAD, Blu-Beam or Sketch Up a plus.
• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills
• Superior oral and written skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-motivated and hard-working
• Strong negotiation skills
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, able to prioritize, function autonomously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced challenging environment
• Creative problem solver and strategic thinker
• Able to work both independently and in a team environment

Physical Requirements

The physical demands of this job are consistent with a clerical type position. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Mobility required for job site walks and property inspections.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation: $135,000 - $175,000 (DOE)
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA, Employee Discounts, Employee Referral Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement, 401 (k), 401 (k) matching, Annual Bonus.

How to Apply

 You may click below to email your cover letter and resume to jobs@therushcompanies.com

Equal Opportunity & Drug-Free Employer 

Disclaimer: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job duties and responsibilities