Development Manager
CESO, INC.
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Dallas • Texas • United States
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Salary
💰 $82,594 - $160,599 per year
About the role
- Lead and manage the due diligence, entitlements, design, and permitting phases of land development projects, with a focus on retail and commercial sites, including convenience store and fueling station projects.
- Oversee all required consultants and third-party professionals to ensure project phases are completed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with local regulations and zoning requirements.
- Conduct and/or oversee due diligence activities, including site analysis, feasibility studies, and environmental assessments, to evaluate project viability.
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors on the development of project plans to meet regulatory requirements, operational needs, and stakeholder expectations.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure projects are delivered on time and within approved budgets.
- Coordinate with utility providers to confirm availability of services and compliance with utility design requirements.
- Collaborate with internal client teams, including Real Estate, Entitlements, Construction, and Operations, to align project objectives and ensure milestones are met.
- Identify and manage project risks, including environmental, zoning, and regulatory challenges, and develop mitigation or contingency plans as needed.
- Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates to clients, internal management, and other stakeholders.
- Ensure project documentation, including design documents, permits, approvals, and regulatory filings, is complete, accurate, and current.
- Maintain frequent and proactive communication with clients through email, phone, text, and project management systems.
- Participate in regularly scheduled client meetings, including virtual meetings, to present updates and address issues.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Land Development or related field, with a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in land development project management is required;
- A focus on entitlements, due diligence, design and permitting phases for retails project is preferred.
- Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence.
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Suite products, Deltek, Newforma, and SmartSheet.
- Travel up to 15% for client meetings and ability to attend jurisdictional meetings as required.
Benefits
- Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
- Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront
- 401K with a Company Match
- Rewards and Recognition Program
- Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
- Paid Holidays
- Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage
- Welcome Box
- Casual Dress Code
- Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
- Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
- Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Paid Bonding and Recovery
- Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
land development project managementdue diligenceentitlementsdesignpermittingsite analysisfeasibility studiesenvironmental assessmentsproject schedulingbudget management
Soft Skills
communicationcollaborationrisk managementproblem-solvingstakeholder managementorganizational skillsleadershiptime managementproactive communicationclient relationship management
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree in Land Development