Fractional Development Manager

About the role

We are a fast-growing real estate investment firm specializing in multifamily, commercial, and mixed-use property operations across multiple markets nationwide. Our organization is focused on strategic growth, operational excellence, and long-term asset value creation.

The Fractional Development Manager will serve as a strategic growth partner to executive leadership, helping identify, evaluate, and advance construction, real estate development and acquisition opportunities. The ideal candidate brings strong industry relationships, development expertise, financial acumen, and a proven ability to move projects from concept through execution. This role may average up to 10–25 hours per week, depending on project flow and market activity.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source new development, redevelopment, construction and acquisition opportunities throughout Washington
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers, investors, municipalities, developers, and strategic partners
• Assist with market analysis, site selection, and project feasibility evaluations
• Support due diligence, entitlement, zoning, and permitting processes
• Collaborate with internal operations, finance, construction, and executive teams
• Prepare development summaries, project reports, and investment presentations
• Assist with capital partner relationships and investor communications
• Monitor local market trends, competitive developments, and economic conditions
• Support negotiations with vendors, consultants, municipalities, and stakeholders
• Provide strategic recommendations regarding pipeline growth and expansion opportunities

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in real estate development, acquisitions, asset management, or business development
• Strong understanding of commercial and/or multifamily real estate development processes
• Existing network within Michigan real estate, municipal, or investment communities preferred
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong financial analysis