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Development Manager
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What they do
A Land Development Project Manager provides beginning-to-end supervision of land development projects, which involve acquiring property and overseeing construction of residential, commercial, and industrial structures. Works with local government to ensure land is developed in compliance with zoning ordinances and regulations.
$122,208 / year median in Michigan
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Development Manager
The Development Manager role requires an experienced, self-motivated, and organized individual who can thrive in a fast-paced collaborative environment. This individual must be capable of managing the pre- development & entitlements of over a dozen projects at various stages. The Development Manager will direct the execution of projects under development and/or redevelopment via the Company's Development and Developer Funding Platform (DFP). This is a fully on-site position based in our Royal Oak, MI office.
What you will do:
- Review and succinctly summarize all zoning, municipal codes and requirements.
- Direct consultants on conceptual design, preparation of preliminary budgets, project schedules and risk analysis on proposed projects.
- Seek proposals, negotiate contracts and manage the activities of consultants hired to perform specific project-related activities including architectural, civil, survey, geotechnical and environmental services.
- Research and report on public funds or government policies (City, County, State and Federal) that support proposed projects.
- Manage the site plan approval process as well as support efforts to obtain building permits.
- Assist in monitoring select construction activity of projects as well as other site-specific activities.
- Maintain active working relationships with municipal officials and staff.
- Drive process improvements and develop best-in-class methodologies in diligence and project management.
- Comprehensively report status of development and DFP pipeline activity to senior management. Who you are:
- 7+ years of commercial real estate transactions/development experience
- BA/BS degree in Engineering, Project Management, Real Estate Development, Construction or related field preferred
- Ability to interpret zoning/municipal codes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Project
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast- paced environment.
- Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external partners
- Articulate issues and recommend solutions clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing
- Comfortable working with budgets, invoices, and project documentation
- Self-motivated, service-oriented, and adaptable, with a willingness to support evolving business needs.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a growing Team Why Agree Realty?
NYSE:
ADC) is a high-growth Real Estate Investment Trust based in Royal Oak, MI. We are primarily engaged in the acquisition and development of properties net leased to industry-leading, omni-channel retail tenants. As of March 31, 2026, the Company owned and operated a portfolio of 2,756 properties, located in all 50 states and containing approximately 57 million square feet of gross leasable area. 32301 Woodward Ave | Royal Oak, MI 48073 | Talent Team | We offer our team members generous compensation and benefits packages that include:- 100% company-paid monthly health insurance premiums for team members and dependents
- 100% company-paid short-term, long-term, and life insurance premiums for team members
- Simple IRA retirement plan with 3% company match
- 3 company-provided lunches per week
- Onsite fully equipped gym and locker rooms
- Opportunity to volunteer at a charity of your choosing with our Agree Gives Back program Our team feels at home working in our brand new, modern office building furnished with a generously stocked café, state-of-the-art auditorium, coffee bar, and open-area collaboration workspaces.