Development Manager

Development Manager at Macdonald & Company Development Manager at Macdonald & Company in Costa Mesa, California Posted in 10 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Macdonald & Company is partnered with an active affordable housing developer that is continuing to expand its development team and looking to add a Development Manager to support a growing pipeline across California. This is a hands-on role for someone who can take ownership of projects from predevelopment through completion. The Role This individual will manage 2-3 projects at a time and be responsible for driving execution across the full development lifecycle, including: Developing project plans, timelines, and overall execution strategy Navigating entitlements and working with municipalities, agencies, and housing authorities Assisting in structuring financing plans, including tax credits and various soft funding sources Managing due diligence and reviewing key project documentation and agreements Coordinating with construction teams and third-party partners throughout the build process Supporting project reporting and maintaining clear communication with internal stakeholders The role is execution-focused, with an emphasis on getting deals across the finish line. Platform Overview Pipeline of ground-up affordable housing developments across multiple California markets Typical projects range from mid- to large-scale, often built in phases Lean, collaborative team environment with exposure across the full deal lifecycle What They're Looking For Experience working on affordable housing developments through various phases of the lifecycle Familiarity with LIHTC and/or other affordable housing financing structures Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and keep projects on track Strong organizational and communication skills