Residential Development Manager
Job Description
Residential Development Manager – Real Estate Development
- Location: Greensboro, NC
- Position Type: Full-Time
- Industry: Real Estate Development / Construction
Our Client, a fully integrated builder and developer with decades of experience delivering high-quality hospitality, retail, office, industrial, multifamily, and residential projects. As both owner and builder, they develop, construct, lease, and manage their own properties with a strong focus on quality, accountability, and long-term value.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Residential Development Manager to oversee and execute real estate development projects from site acquisition through final delivery. This role requires a strong background in land development, financial analysis, project management, and market strategy.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring a combination of technical expertise, business acumen, and relationship-building skills to drive successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and evaluate new residential development opportunities
- Conduct market research, feasibility studies, and financial underwriting
- Lead all phases of development including site acquisition, entitlements, design, and construction
- Manage project budgets, schedules, and timelines to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, brokers, and government agencies
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors, consultants, and development partners
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal real estate regulations
- Monitor project performance and adjust strategies to meet financial and operational goals
- Present project updates, financials, and progress reports to senior leadership
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, investors, and industry partners
- Drive achievement of project proformas and budget targets
- Proven experience as a Residential Development Manager or similar role
- Strong understanding of the real estate development lifecycle and market trends
- Experience with site acquisition, underwriting, entitlements, and construction management
- Excellent project management, leadership, and organizational skills
- Strong negotiation and communication abilities
- Knowledge of zoning, permitting, and regulatory requirements
- Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and proforma development
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Bachelor’s Degree in Real Estate, Business, Construction Management, or related field (required)
- Master’s Degree or professional certification in Real Estate Development or Project Management (preferred)
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail
- Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships
- Adaptable and effective in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset
- Lead impactful residential development projects from start to finish
- Work in a collaborative and growth-focused environment
- Opportunity to influence strategic planning and project execution
- Long-term career growth within real estate development
- Take the next step in your real estate development career
- Apply now to join a team focused on delivering high-quality residential projects
- Email your resume to Julia Yeargan at jyeargan@theresource.com.
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