Build your future with a close-knit development and construction team creating high-impact affordable and workforce housing communities across Florida. In this Development Manager opportunity, you'll lead projects from early land feasibility through design, entitlements, permitting, and construction readiness—making a visible difference in the Sarasota area. Qualifications and responsibilities for this Development Manager position include: 5+ years in land development, real estate development, civil engineering consulting, urban planning, zoning/entitlements, permitting, architecture/engineering, or local government Strong Sarasota/Manatee County knowledge, including municipal relationships and familiarity with local development and approval processes Evaluate development opportunities for zoning, land use, density/site capacity, utilities, infrastructure, access, permitting requirements, costs, schedules, and constraints Coordinate due diligence to identify risks, assumptions, dependencies, and roadblocks before significant capital is committed Develop preliminary development plans, budgets, schedules, and recommendations to support investment and project-selection decisions Manage approximately 4-5 development projects at a time, establishing and tracking schedules, budgets, milestones, responsibilities, and deliverables Lead and manage the in-house permitting team; develop entitlement and permitting strategies and track submissions, agency comments, hearings, approvals, and permit issuance Select and coordinate outside architects, engineers, planners, environmental consultants, attorneys, and other specialists; represent the company at pre-application meetings, community meetings, municipal/council meetings, and public hearings

Salary:

$84,000 base plus project milestone bonuses of approximately $5,000-$20,000 per project, depending on experience and performance.

Benefits:

Employer pays 75% of healthcare after 90 days; 10 vacation days and 5 sick days initially. DAVRON is the leading Headhunter and Executive Search firm for Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Manufacturing professionals nationwide. Our recruiters have direct communication with hiring managers allowing us to get you in front of company decision makers. You also receive one-on-one interview preparation and insider coaching from staffing experts to help you every step of the way. We want to see you thrive in challenging work environments that bring you excitement and prosperity in your career! Apply Now! Are you ready to take your career to the next level? If so, we want to hear from you! Apply today and let's explore the exciting opportunities waiting for you.

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

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LAND DEVELOPMENT

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REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT

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ENTITLEMENTS

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PERMITTING

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SARASOTA

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MANATEE COUNTY

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IN-HOUSE PERMITTING TEAM

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PROJECT SCHEDULES

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PROJECT BUDGETS

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PUBLIC HEARINGS

Pay:

From $84,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person