Development Coordinator

Onni Group • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Development Coordinator supports the execution of real estate development projects from early-stage feasibility through construction and completion. Working closely with Development Managers and cross-functional teams, this role assists in coordinating consultants, managing project documentation, tracking budgets and schedules, and facilitating entitlement and permitting processes as well as on site tasks as needed. The Development Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining project momentum by ensuring alignment between internal stakeholders, external consultants, and regulatory authorities. This position contributes to financial analysis, market research, and reporting, while supporting the team administratively to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• Some experience in the analysis, acquisition, entitlement, development, and marketing of residential land is an asset
• Experience in the real estate industry in the area is an asset
• An understanding of and familiarity with the planning and engineering approval process
• Understanding of budgeting, cash flows, pro forma analysis, and general real estate underwriting analysis
• Construction site and financial statement review is an asset
• Experience in reading and understanding consultant’s drawings (architectural, landscape, mechanical, electrical, etc.) is an asset

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing real estate development projects through all phases, including feasibility, entitlement, design, and construction
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors to support project execution
• Track project schedules, budgets, and key milestones keeping the development team organized and on top of day-to-day tasks
• Support feasibility studies, market research, and financial analysis
• Assist with permitting and entitlement processes
• Manage documentation, contracts, and invoices
• Support cost tracking and forecasting
• Identify risks and assist with mitigation strategies
• Prepare reports and presentations
• Collaborate with internal teams
• Maintain knowledge of market conditions

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health Saving Account
• Flexible Saving Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Education Allowance
• Generous Referral Program
• Fun and collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events
• Discounted hotel stays in multiple locations through our Hospitality brand

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees