Development Manager - Houston, TX

Houston, Texas Permanent USD150,000 - USD175,000 per year View Job Description
Excellent Development Manager role in the Houston, Texas area, this a smaller shop that will allow you to have exposure to founders and top executives within the firm. The company Michael Page is representing has an excellent reputation and continues to grow strategically, this Development Manager role is one of those strategic hires.
  • Opportunity with a well known brand in the Houston area
  • Direct access to founders and executive team

About Our Client

Foward thinking Real Estate and Development company based in Houston, Texas with their core investments being in the retail and industrial space. This company has quickly hired some of the most well known professionals in the local market and have rapidly expanded their reach across Texas and the lower 48.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

  • Acting as the execution lead across pre‑development, design, and construction phases
  • Managing consultants, design teams, general contractors, and joint‑venture partners
  • Owning project schedules, budgets, reporting, and decision tracking
  • Leading design coordination meetings and ensuring follow‑through on action items
  • Supporting entitlement, permitting, and jurisdictional approvals
  • Partnering with internal capital markets and finance teams on budgets, draw requests, and reporting
  • Providing structure, momentum, and mentorship within a growing development team

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

For the Development Manager position, we are seeking:

  • 4-7+ years of experience in real estate development, owner's representation, or construction management
  • Exposure to residential, multifamily, condominium, or mixed‑use developments
  • A proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and external consultants simultaneously
  • Strong organizational and communication skills with a bias toward execution
  • A self‑starter comfortable operating in a lean, fast‑moving environment
  • Confidence without ego - able to lead without needing to be the loudest voice in the room
  • Experience running design meetings, managing budgets, and driving schedules
  • Location flexibility is available, with preference for candidates based in Texas or willing to relocate

What's on Offer

Base salary in the range of $150,000 to $175,000 plus annual bonus. There is flexibility for well qualified candidates and specific salary to be determined based on best overall fit.

You will also get:

  • Exposure to high‑profile, design‑driven residential developments
  • Direct access to senior decision‑makers and founders
  • Broad responsibility and genuine career progression within a growing platform



If you are interested in this opportunity apply today or reach out to Chase Smith at Michael Page to be immediately considered.

Contact
Chase Smith
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7027457

Job summary

Sector
Real Estate
Sub Sector
Property Development & Consultancy
Industry
Retail
Location
Houston
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Chase Smith
Job Reference
JN-052026-7027457