Development Manager

Cushman & Wakefield

. Develop, execute, and direct strategic objectives for land development and acquisition .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $133,875 - $157,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in land development and acquisition, including feasibility analysis, site planning, and permitting. Proven ability to manage multiple projects, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with local regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Land Development ManagementFeasibility AnalysisSite PlanningProject Management SoftwarePMP Certification

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Hard Skills

Zoning AnalysisConstruction ManagementBudget PreparationSite AnalysisCivil DesignEntitlementsUtility DesignProject SchedulingDocumentation ManagementConstruction Standards

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsPresentation SkillsCommunication SkillsRelationship BuildingLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectNIKU

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPPEAIALEEDCMAA

Industry Keywords

Commercial ConstructionSite Plan ApprovalsLocal MunicipalitiesEnvironmental SurveysGeotechnical Surveys

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, execute, and direct strategic objectives for land development and acquisition
Create tailored development schedules based on zoning status, permits, platting, and third-party approvals
Manage architects, civil, structural, and electrical engineers to assess land-site viability
Lead and present at local staff, design review boards, planning commission, and city council meetings
Manage surveys including title reports, ALTA surveys, geotechnical, environmental, and sign surveys
Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, sign vendors, and other stakeholders
Manage new store developments, store relocations, and multi-state program rollouts
Support leasing/purchase agreement feasibility through survey review, cost analysis, and zoning analysis
Pursue County, City, and State approvals for lease commencement or closing
Monitor project schedules, information flow, procurement, delivery, site progress, and completion targets
Visit project sites and request modified completion dates when necessary
Provide value-engineering ideas and savings opportunities
Complete documentation and provide timely project status reporting while traveling

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree; Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related discipline, 5+ years of development management in the commercial construction industry or equivalent as an Owner’s Representative, or any similar combination of education and experience
Experience in pre-construction and land development efforts ranging from site planning, grading plan reviews and utility design and review
Expertise in Feasibility / Due Diligence, Site Planning, Permitting, Site Analysis, civil design and construction, Entitlements, Land Use, Land Planning, Utility Providers and Construction
Proven experience working with local municipalities and organizations to pursue site plan / zoning approvals
Experience in managing restaurant, banking and/or pad site projects preferred
Certification in PMP, PE, AIA, LEED, or CMAA preferred
Proficient in preparing and tracking detailed project budgets and schedules
Proven experience leading and managing numerous facets of multiple projects simultaneously
Solid understanding of construction industry, terminology, codes, documentation, and design disciplines
Ability to read, understand, and apply construction standards and plan sets
Proficient with project management software (e.g. Microsoft Project, NIKU)
Ability to conduct weekly project meetings onsite or via conference calls
Demonstrated customer/vendor relationship building experience
Excellent organizational, presentation and communication skills
Ability to travel 25-50%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Competitive pay