Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsWork for a development arm for a multi-family General ContractorWork on high-end dynamic projects throughout the Chicagoland areaAbout Our ClientWork as an Development Manager for the best developer here in the Chicago area that has a strong focus on low/mid-rise, high-end, multi-family and commercial developments. This developer has a construction and a property management arm that does close to $150M in revenue annually. This company has strong leadership and invests in their employees to become the best they can be. Their employees also receive a competitive salary and uncapped growth.Job DescriptionThe Development Manager should have experience managing project teams through design and construction phases and delivering projects within budget and scheduleThe Development Manager will lead the project team of general contractors, architects, engineers and consultants through the development life cycle of multi-family, P3 and affordable assisted living developmentsThe candidate should be able to collaborate with Vermilion team members, project architecture and construction partners and various stakeholders such as equity partners, lenders and/or third-party leasing or operations teamsCoordinate project conceptualization and visioning, linking design with project budget and pro formaFunction as the most knowledgeable individual in all project matters and detailsMeet with the project team regularly to review the project status, anticipate issues and mitigate project riskManage and enforce contractual requirements and serve as primary point of contact for all design consultants and owner direct vendorsOversee the RFI and submittal coordination processAnticipate potential changes and update project budget and schedule forecastsReview, analyze and negotiate change ordersReview contractor staffing and quality to ensure compliance with contract and specificationsIssue weekly and monthly project status updates to management teamOversee the purchasing and implementation of FF&EConduct periodic site visits as requiredOversee the project close out phase including punchlist generation and turnoverCommunicate with property management company for successful turnoverMPI 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 Applicant5 plus years of experience with a general contractor requiredBachelor's degree in real estate development, architecture and/or construction management preferredMaster's degree and knowledge of finance beneficialGround up experience requiredExcellent written and oral communication skillsDemonstrated self-starter who can collaborate in a team environmentExcellent listening, negotiation and problem-solving skillsProficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, PowerPoint and GISExperience with entitlements preferredWhat's on OfferBonus and commission opportunityCompetitive health care packageCompany credit cardCell phone and laptop provided401K matchCar allowanceGas allowanceOngoing training and continuing education11 paid holidaysStandard PTO (3 weeks to start)Growth potentialCompany eventsWFH CapabilitesContactSydney KowalskiQuote job refJN-092026-7099433Job summarySectorConstructionSub SectorProject ManagerIndustryPropertyWhereChicagoContract TypePermanentConsultant nameSydney KowalskiJob ReferenceJN-092026-7099433
