Development Manager

Ampler Development is the real estate, development, and construction division of Ampler QSR Group, a multi-brand franchisee of Taco Bell, Burger King, Little Caesars and Church's Chicken across the U.S. We are seeking a driven, self-starting candidate for the role of Development ManagerThe Development Manager plays a key role in the entire new restaurant development process, from market planning and site selection to negotiation, municipal approvals, and on through construction hand-off.Responsibilities:· Source and tour potential sites in the field, meeting internal preferred site criteria.· Analyze markets, and collaborate with brokers and franchisors to identify real estate opportunities.· Negotiate LOIs and finalize agreements with stakeholders.· Maintain consistent field presence, manage broker calls, and identify development opportunities.· Prioritize trade areas, manage pipeline reports, and provide weekly updates.· Create Site Packs and financial analyses (ROI, NPV).· Update site selection software and prepare quarterly and ad hoc market plans.· Create and present site approval presentations to leadership.Qualifications:· Bachelor's Degree.· Proficient in Microsoft Excel (financial/data analytics) and PowerPoint.· Min. 2 years in commercial real estate within a multi-unit restaurant / retail environment.· Experience with industry-standard mapping and analytic software.· Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.· Knowledge of commercial real estate and construction terminology.· Proactive, strategic thinker with critical thinking skills.· High-energy, confident professional with strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.· Ability to work remotely, manage multiple assignments independently, and maintain professionalism.Working Conditions:· 50% in-field presence, including car travel and overnight stays.· Use of virtual meeting tools like Zoom and Teams.· Frequent computer use and occasional after-hours site visits and public hearings.· Home office-based work when not in the field, requiring access to phone, internet, and computer.This role requires a proactive approach and the ability to manage diverse responsibilities while maintaining a strong in-field presence.

Created: 2025-01-14