Director of Development

A full-service real estate investment, development, and management firm with a diverse portfolio throughout the Mid-Atlantic region spanning residential, industrial, office, mixed-use, and land development projects is looking to hire a Director of Development.Position Overview: The Director of Development will oversee all aspects of the development process. This role requires a dynamic leader capable of managing multiple projects across various asset classes and geographic locations. The Director will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer and play a pivotal role in succession planning within the organization.Key Responsibilities:Project Management: Lead projects from inception to completion, including acquisitions, underwriting, due diligence, programming, zoning, entitlements, design, financing, construction, marketing/leasing, and stabilization.Budget and Schedule Oversight: Develop and maintain comprehensive budgets, schedules, and project scopes to ensure key milestones and deliverables are met throughout each projects lifecycle.Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of 3-4 development and project managers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with the legal and finance departments to ensure seamless project execution and compliance.Third-Party Coordination: Oversee and manage third-party general contractors, engineers, and consultants to ensure project objectives are achieved.Acquisition Support: Collaborate with the acquisitions team to identify and evaluate new opportunities across all asset classes.Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and other external partners to facilitate project approvals and successful outcomes.Current/Upcoming Projects:Residential: Managing the development of 800 residential lots in Maryland, Northern Virginia, and North Carolina, currently in various stages of zoning.Multifamily: Overseeing 1,000 multifamily units ready for development, with designs completed and awaiting financing closure.Industrial: 1 million square feet in Northern Virginia and several hundred thousand square feet in PAQualifications:Minimum of 7 years of experience in real estate development, with a proven track record across multiple asset classes.Demonstrated experience in managing projects through all development phases, including zoning, entitlements, design, construction, and leasing.Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and develop junior staff.Excellent financial acumen, including experience with project budgeting, pro forma analysis, and financing.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Work Environment:Work from home on Mondays and Fridays. Expected to be in the Baltimore office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Willingness to travel to project sites, primarily within the Mid-Atlantic region and the Carolinas.

Created: 2025-02-19