Development Director
About The Position
Continental Properties is looking for an experienced professional to join our team as a Real Estate Development Director. As a key leader within a cross-functional project team, you will drive the execution of due diligence, entitlements, permitting, and risk analysis of new multifamily development projects with an estimated cost of approximately $70 million. You’ll lead efforts to obtain and evaluate critical due diligence materials, spearhead negotiations with municipalities for required approvals, and cultivate strong relationships with external stakeholders such as land use attorneys, civil engineers and architects to ensure alignment and momentum across multiple projects at various stages of the development lifecycle. This role reports directly to the Senior Development Director and offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on high-profile initiatives. We embrace a hybrid working environment and once effectively onboarded, you may elect to work outside of the home office up to two (2) days per week.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Planning, Civil Engineering, Business or related field required
- At least 5+ of related project management experience and an understanding of entitlements and due diligence process required
- Deep expertise in zoning codes, municipal approval processes, and real estate terminology, with the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and advise cross-functional teams
- Understanding of environmental issues including wetlands and floodplains
- Excellent public/one-on-one presentations, persuasion, and negotiation skills
Responsibilities
- Lead the due diligence process to strategically advance projects from development through to construction readiness.
- Secure all necessary municipal entitlements—including zoning, site plan, and development plan approvals—as part of a proactive project advancement strategy.
- Build and manage strong relationships with local officials, community stakeholders, landowners, and legal counsel to resolve complex issues and drive project success.
- Serve as a cross-functional leader within the internal development team, aligning efforts across legal, accounting, finance, construction, and property management to ensure seamless project execution.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance provided
- Paid professional memberships
- Certifications
- Tuition reimbursement
- Comprehensive mental health support including 8-free counseling sessions per year
- Access to additional wellness resources
- Generous vacation time
- 9-paid holidays
- Half-days on Fridays during designated months
- Medical Plans
- Dental Plans
- Vision Plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) with company match
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid disability insurance
- 6-weeks paid parental leave
- Family-forming & fertility resources (up to 12-weeks leave for birth mothers)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
