Development Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the project lead for assigned developments from site selection through stabilization
• Establish and drive project business plans including schedule, budget, and strategy
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Financial & Strategic Oversight: Own development underwriting, market research, and schedules; Drive cost control, value engineering, and financial performance
• Interface with lenders, equity partners, and leadership
• Design & Construction Leadership: Oversee design development to ensure alignment with project vision, market positioning, and financial goals; Lead efforts to obtain design approvals and permits; Facilitate GC pricing and value engineering efforts, leading to a final construction cost; Provide hands-on oversight during the construction phase, including regular site visits; Review and approve pay applications, change orders, and contractor requisitions; Partner closely with general contractors to resolve field issues and maintain momentum
• Risk Management: Identify risks early and implement solutions; Maintain project momentum through problem-solving

About Bonaventure

Bonaventure is a vertically integrated real estate investment, development, and asset management firm focused on multifamily communities across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. The firm has developed, acquired, and managed a diverse portfolio of high-quality assets and is known for its disciplined investment approach, operational expertise, and long-term ownership mindset.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of relevant experience
• Proven ability to lead projects through full lifecycle
• Strong financial and construction knowledge
• Experience managing contractors and consultants
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred

Key Traits

• Ownership mentality
• Leadership presence
• Strong work ethic
• Decisiveness
• Execution focus
• Strong communicator

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary + bonus
Promote/carry opportunity
Comprehensive benefits