Assistant Development Manager

Assistant Development Manager Rennison Companies Eagle, ID Job Details Full-time From $70,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications CAD software Urban Planning Teamwork Real estate due diligence Real estate development Engineering Bachelor's degree in urban planning Architecture Bachelor's degree in construction management Urban planning Project coordination Collaborating with government agencies Site planning projects Research Mid-level Bachelor's degree in architecture Bachelor's degree in engineering Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree in real estate Attention to detail Real Estate Zoning regulations Residential building projects Due diligence Land-use planning projects 1 year Commercial building projects Microsoft Project Construction project closeout Drafting Construction Management Communication skills Adobe Acrobat Project stakeholder communication ProCore Permitting phase involvement Cross-functional communication Documentation reviews Full Job Description Rennison Companies, Inc. is seeking a driven, detail‑oriented Assistant Development Manager to support our design, development and construction projects across multi-family housing, single‑family residential communities, commercial buildings, retail centers, and office environments. This role is ideal for someone early in their project management career who wants hands‑on exposure to design, vertical construction and front‑end entitlement work. You'll work closely with the company President, Development and Construction Project Managers, land use consultants, architects, engineers, utilities, and jurisdictional agencies. Key Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing, submitting, and tracking entitlement applications, including: o Platting and subdivision approvals o Rezones and zoning map amendments o Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) o Development agreements o Design review packages o Variances o Conditional Use Permits (CUPs) or Special Use Permits (SUPs)
• Support due diligence efforts, including research on zoning, utilities, site constraints, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare conceptual site layouts, preliminary grading concepts, and land-use exhibits to support entitlement applications.
• Assist in managing day‑to‑day project activities from concept through construction closeout, across multiple projects.
• Develop conceptual site plans, test fits, and early-stage design alternatives using AutoCAD or Civil 3D platforms to support feasibility studies, density analysis, and project programming.
• Translate planning and design direction into clear, accurate CAD drawings, diagrams, and supporting graphics for internal use.
• Participate in design coordination meetings; track design decisions and required revisions.
• Support the review of drawings, specifications, and consultant deliverables.
• Attend site walks and Owner, Architect, Contractor (OAC) meetings; document progress, issues, and action items. Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Real Estate, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 1-4 years of experience in development, construction, planning, or project coordination.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Exposure to entitlement processes, land use applications, or municipal planning.
• Exposure to multifamily, residential, commercial, retail, or office development projects.
• Exposure to zoning codes, site planning, and permitting workflows.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or Civil 3D, Bluebeam Revu or Adobe Acrobat used for site planning and conceptual design.
• Ability to create basic site plans, test fits, and conceptual layouts that reflect zoning requirements, site constraints, and development goals.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting civil, architectural, and utility plans.

We value individuals who are Curious and eager to learn the full development lifecycle Comfortable navigating both office and field environments (this is mostly an office role) Strong communicators with an owner and end user‑focused mindset Organized, proactive, and detail‑oriented Able to collaborate with diverse teams and external partners What we offer Competitive compensation and benefits Clear growth pathways into project management and development roles Exposure to entitlement, design, and construction across multiple asset types Mentorship from experienced development and construction professionals A collaborative, supportive team culture

Pay:

From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person