New Development Manager

Core Spaces•Ann Arbor, MI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the New Development Manager, your primary role will involve implementing the go-to-market strategy in new markets to enhance brand visibility and achieve successful lease-ups for designated new developments. You will proactively build strategic partnerships with local businesses, academic institutions, and community stakeholders to broaden our market presence and boost leasing prospects

Requirements

High School graduate; college degree preferred but not required
3+ years proven experience in leasing, real estate development, or property management, with a track record of successful lease-ups.
Proficient in Microsoft Office/Google Suite and Windows and/or Apple operating systems

Nice To Haves

Proficient in overseeing the responsibilities of a lease-up team and delivering clear and effective reports.
Energetic, imaginative, and enthusiastic, adept at articulating a compelling vision and securing leases effectively.
Experience with Entrata and Yardi Software(s)

Responsibilities

Develop and execute effective go-to-market strategies to promote brand awareness and ensure successful lease-ups for assigned new developments.
Cultivate strong strategic partnerships with local businesses, academic institutions, and community stakeholders to expand market reach and drive leasing opportunities.
Lead lease execution process and collaborate with the training team to onboard and train New Development Assistants.
Conduct regular market analysis to understand trends, pricing strategies, and competitive positioning, collaborating with the revenue optimization team to stay ahead of the competition.
Adapt and pivot leasing strategies as needed to continually generate awareness and leads.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including training, sales, revenue operations, and strategy to ensure a successful lease-up process.
Provide oversight of day-to-day sales functions within the temporary leasing space.
Hire, train, and manage staff for the Temporary Leasing Office (TLO) and localized sales team, ensuring team alignment with leasing objectives.
Ensure pre-leasing compliance, including lease execution, financial requirements, and adherence to company policies to meet milestone eligibility for incentive programs.
Accountable for achieving pre-leasing milestones aligned with company goals, as outlined in the New Development Non-Discretionary Bonus Agreement.
Travel as needed to support lease-up activities across the portfolio.
Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by management
Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, as required by the demands of the job. This may include bending, stooping, and lifting throughout the workday.

Benefits

A culture that provides you with a sense of belonging
Hybrid or remote work options may vary by role to support work-life balance
Competitive pay that values your contributions
Incentives designed to reward your achievements
Paid flexible PTO to disconnect or celebrate life milestones
Paid 14+ holidays, including your birthday, to disconnect and celebrate
Paid Parental Leave that begins after 90 days
Paid volunteer time off to give back to your community
Monthly workshop weeks; fewer meetings & more collaboration
Robust health plan options that begin within at least 30 days of your employment
Monthly phone reimbursement
Wellness allowance and perks, including a yearly subscription to a meditation app
An environment that provides you a voice to share your perspectives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for access to confidential support services
Company retirement options including 401(k) + matching & Roth account option