Development Director

Continental Properties

Real Estate Development Director managing multifamily development projects for Continental Properties. Leading due diligence, entitlements, and risk analysis with a focus on community relationships.

Posted 5/16/2026full-timeMenomonee Falls • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $145,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the due diligence process to strategically advance projects from development through to construction readiness.
Secure all necessary municipal entitlements—including zoning, site plan, and development plan approvals—as part of a proactive project advancement strategy.
Build and manage strong relationships with local officials, community stakeholders, landowners, and legal counsel to resolve complex issues and drive project success.
Serve as a cross-functional leader within the internal development team, aligning efforts across legal, accounting, finance, construction, and property management to ensure seamless project execution.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Planning, Civil Engineering, Business or related field required
At least 5+ of related project management experience and an understanding of entitlements and due diligence process required
Deep expertise in zoning codes, municipal approval processes, and real estate terminology, with the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and advise cross-functional teams
Understanding of environmental issues including wetlands and floodplains
Excellent public/one-on-one presentations, persuasion, and negotiation skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career Growth : You'll have the tools, training, and opportunities for a meaningful career with long-term growth potential.
We invest in your learning & development with paid professional memberships, certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
Mental Health & Wellness: Your well-being matters. We provide comprehensive mental health support including but not limited to 8-free counseling sessions per year and access to additional wellness resources.
Balance: We recognize that balance varies for everyone, and we support our team members with that in mind. Recharge with generous vacation time, 9-paid holidays, and half-days on Fridays during designated months.
Community & Connection: Build relationships through informal gatherings, lunches, community and company events, volunteer opportunities, and a vibrant social culture.
Culture of Belonging: The Continental IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Allies) is our commitment to evolving our culture where team members feel a sense of belongingness each day.
Performance Incentives: Participate in our Building Above and Beyond (BAAB) incentive program that rewards team members annually based on company goals and achievements.
Industry-Leading Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with company match, and company-paid life and disability insurance.
Family Support: Support your growing family with 6-weeks paid parental leave and with family-forming & fertility resources (up to 12-weeks leave for birth mothers).

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementdue diligencezoning codesmunicipal approval processesreal estate terminologyenvironmental issueswetlandsfloodplains

Soft Skills

relationship managementpersuasionnegotiationpublic presentationsone-on-one presentations

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in ArchitectureBachelor's Degree in PlanningBachelor's Degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Business