Development Manager - Luxury Residential - Washington, D.C.

Washington, District of Columbia Permanent USD180,000 - USD200,000 per year View Job Description
Join a highly respected owner's representation and development management firm as a Development Manager, leading the delivery of a marquee luxury residential estate valued at more than $500M in the DC Metro area. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with high-profile clients while overseeing every phase of development from planning and design through construction completion.
  • Own a $500M+ ultra-luxury residential estate project!
  • Represent elite clients with a top owner's rep firm!

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized project and development management consultancy known for guiding some of the most complex and prestigious real estate projects across the country. Backed by the resources of a global organization, they combine the agility of a boutique firm with the capabilities, client base, and career growth opportunities of a much larger platform.

Job Description

The Development Manager - Luxury Residential - Washington, D.C. will be responsible for:

  • Serve as the owner's representative for a high-profile luxury residential development valued at over $500M.
  • Lead projects from feasibility, planning, and design through construction and final occupancy.
  • Act as the primary liaison between ownership, design teams, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
  • Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, and overall project performance.
  • Coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, and specialty consultants throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Drive decision-making while protecting client objectives and investment goals.
  • Provide strategic guidance during design development, procurement, and construction execution.
  • Monitor project progress and proactively resolve complex challenges.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry partners, and project teams.
  • Support business growth while contributing to the success of a rapidly expanding regional office.

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

A successful Development Manager - Luxury Residential - Washington, D.C. should have:

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 10+ years of experience in commercial real estate development, project management, architecture, engineering, or construction.
  • 5+ years of experience managing luxury residential developments valued at $25M+.
  • Proven experience delivering high-end custom single-family residences.
  • Experience working directly with high-net-worth, executive, celebrity, or otherwise prestigious clientele.
  • Strong understanding of development, design, construction, budgeting, and project controls.
  • Established relationships and market knowledge within the DC Metro region preferred.
  • Hospitality and luxury guest-experience project experience is a plus.
  • Office interiors project experience is a plus.
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and client management skills.

What's on Offer

The Development Manager - Luxury Residential - Washington, D.C. will receive:

  • Salary of $180,000 to $200,000.
  • Benefits to be confirmed.
  • 2x WFH home (in office Tues - Thu)
  • ~ 15% annual discretionary bonus
  • 401(k) with 3% match
  • Competitive healthcare plan
  • 3 weeks PTO + paid holidays
  • Lead one of the most prestigious luxury residential projects in the DC market.
  • Work directly with elite clients and influential project stakeholders.
  • Join a principal-led team with significant autonomy and decision-making authority.



Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Morgan Metcalf
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7145720

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Washington
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Morgan Metcalf
Job Reference
JN-112026-7145720
 

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