Director of Development
Selby Jennings · Raleigh, NC · 2 mo ago
FinanceFull-time
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute our long-term build-to-rent (BTR) development strategy.
- Source and evaluate off-market and marketed land acquisition opportunities throughout the Southeast.
- Build relationships with landowners, brokers, municipalities, consultants, contractors, lenders, and equity partners.
- Lead underwriting, financial analysis, due diligence, and investment recommendations.
- Manage entitlements, rezoning, annexation, permitting, and municipal approvals.
- Direct architects, engineers, land planners, attorneys, and consultants throughout the design process.
- Oversee budgeting, scheduling, value engineering, construction, leasing, and stabilization.
- Cook up debt and equity financing with capital partners and lenders.
- Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing development team.
- Establish institutional-quality systems, reporting, and operational processes.
- Represent us within the development community and maintain key industry relationships.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited University (advanced degree preferred).
- Significant experience in multifamily and/or build-to-rent development.
- Demonstrated success leading projects from acquisition through completion.
- Strong understanding of entitlements, design, construction, capital markets, and development finance.
- Existing industry relationships throughout the Southeast.
- Prominent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with high integrity and a collaborative leadership style.