Real Estate Project Development Lead

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF METRO DENVER INC • Denver, CO

1d • $74,540 - $101,397 • Hybrid

About The Position

Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver is seeking a Real Estate Project Development Lead to lead pre-development work for projects that expand affordable homeownership opportunities across the Denver metro area. The role oversees a diverse portfolio, from infill developments and accessory dwelling units to larger communities, and is responsible for advancing projects from concept through construction. The lead evaluates opportunities, navigates entitlement challenges, coordinates project teams, builds consensus, resolves obstacles, and delivers project outcomes with measurable community impact.

The position leads development strategy, execution, schedules, budgets, feasibility analysis, due diligence, acquisition, entitlement, permitting, and approvals. It assembles and coordinates consultants and internal stakeholders, supports construction continuity, and maintains project documentation using platforms including SharePoint, Procore, and Monday.com. The role is based at Habitat’s Denver office and follows a hybrid model, with at least two days per week at a Habitat location and remote work possible on other days. Additional office days may be required during the first 6–9 months.

Requirements

• Strong belief in Habitat’s mission and desire to engage others in the organization’s work.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to ensure accuracy, evaluate the big picture, and prioritize appropriately.
• Ability to simplify complexity and move from theory to action; strives for excellence rather than perfection.
• Self-starter who takes initiative, exercises sound judgment, understands vague or implicit instructions, and works under general direction.
• Ability to prepare and analyze pro forma financials for residential development.
• Strong interpersonal and relational skills with diverse populations, and ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and sensitively with homeowners, volunteers, contractors, suppliers, vendors, coworkers, and other stakeholders.
• Project management and team collaboration software experience required.
• Knowledge of residential construction, relevant building codes, local zoning codes, design, construction documents, and land development processes required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Minimum 3–5 years of development experience, preferably in residential and/or affordable housing, including phases such as finance, real estate transactions, acquisition, entitlements, community engagement, design, construction, and closeout.
• Minimum 2 years of project management experience involving planning, design, development, and/or financing of real estate.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured under the company’s insurance policy; driving is required.
• Ability to travel to meetings and appointments when public transportation is unavailable.
• Ability to work at a computer and talk on the phone for extended periods, inspect potential acquisition and construction sites, and traverse residential construction job sites.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of financing sources available for affordable housing.
• Experience with Monday.com, Bluebeam, and Procore.
• Experience working with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience in real estate financial analysis, land acquisition, or project analysis with a homebuilder, residential developer, or multifamily construction/development firm.
• Three or more years of project management experience.
• Formal education or training in Real Estate Development, Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, or other design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of real estate development from site acquisition through permitting.
• Drive project strategy, execution, timelines, budgets, and outcomes; identify risks early and implement solutions.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accountability for results.
• Evaluate development opportunities, assess feasibility, identify key financial variables, and develop creative approaches to improve project viability and impact.
• Conduct site-acquisition due diligence, including zoning, environmental, legal, and construction considerations.
• Assemble and manage consultants, architects, engineers, and other development partners.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders to align resources, resolve challenges, and accelerate project progress; influence decision-making across departments and external organizations.
• Lead entitlement, permitting, public hearing, and approval processes.
• Resolve development challenges through proactive problem solving and strategic leadership.
• Provide support and continuity during construction to help meet quality, schedule, and budget objectives; serve as a field staff contact for questions, changes, and permit revisions.
• Continuously improve development processes and standards.
• Maintain project documentation and current information across software platforms, including SharePoint, Procore, and Monday.com.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options, with the employer paying up to 100% of employee-only coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match up to 4%.
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and floating holidays.
• Parental leave.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA) leave.
• Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML).
• Paid time to volunteer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed