Senior Manager of Development
Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants · Downers Grove, IL · 1 mo ago
OTHR$103k–$125k/yrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? The posting includes description paragraphs. We need headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections where there is real specific content. We must not repeat job title as heading. No Job ID etc. Remove boilerplate like EEO, legal, etc. Also remove "About Us" maybe? It's not required but could be considered "About the role"? Actually "About Us" is company description; we could include as "About the role"? The instruction: use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we can include sections that match content. We have:
- About the role: description of role (first paragraph). Could be "About the role".
- Responsibilities: bullet list of duties (the "How You’ll Succeed:" list). Could be under Responsibilities.
- Requirements/Qualifications/Skills: "What You’ll Bring:" includes proficiency, leadership, command, communication, organized, values. Also "Key Competencies:" list. Could combine into Requirements or Qualifications and Skills. We need to decide sections. Probably "Requirements" for mandatory qualifications, "Skills" for competencies. But we can combine if content thin. Better to have "Requirements" for the "What You’ll Bring:" bullet list, and "Skills" for "Key Competencies:" list. Or we could have "Qualifications" for the former and "Skills" for latter. The instruction says prefer few substantive sections over many thin ones. So maybe combine both into one "Requirements" section covering both. But we need to follow headings list; we can choose which to include. Let's include:
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we can include sections that match content. We have:
- About the role: description of role (first paragraph). Could be "About the role".
- Responsibilities: bullet list of duties (the "How You’ll Succeed:" list). Could be under Responsibilities.
- Requirements/Qualifications/Skills: "What You’ll Bring:" includes proficiency, leadership, command, communication, organized, values. Also "Key Competencies:" list. Could combine into Requirements or Qualifications and Skills. We need to decide sections. Probably "Requirements" for mandatory qualifications, "Skills" for competencies. But we can combine if content thin. Better to have "Requirements" for the "What You’ll Bring:" bullet list, and "Skills" for "Key Competencies:" list. Or we could have "Qualifications" for the former and "Skills" for latter. The instruction says prefer few substantive sections over many thin ones. So maybe combine both into one "Requirements" section covering both. But we need to follow headings list; we can choose which to include. Let's include:
About the role
with paragraph(s) describing role.
Responsibilities
with - list of duties from "How You’ll Succeed:" (the bullet-like sentences). Also maybe include some from earlier paragraph? But we can capture all responsibilities.
Requirements
with combined list: proficiency in MS Office, Smartsheet, construction/project management software; demonstrated leadership in multi-site development; strong command of project management principles, entitlement processes, regulatory coordination; exceptional verbal/written communication; highly organized managing multiple complex projects; demonstrates values and collaborative leadership; plus key competencies list (executive-level communication, strategic collaboration, decisive leadership, prioritization, accountability). Could be separate but we can combine.
Benefits
with list of benefits from "What You’ll Get:" (list). Should include all items.
Pay
with compensation range: $103,000 - $125,000.
Schedule: Not explicitly given except maybe hybrid work week (3 days in office, 2 days remote). That's schedule info. So we can include Schedule section with that detail.
We must not include filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
We must not include boilerplate like EEO, legal, etc. Remove those paragraphs.
Also remove "About Us" maybe not needed as it's not role-specific. Could be omitted.
We must preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to keep all details from the posting, but we can rephrase? The instruction: "Preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail." Means we should not omit details, but we can reformat. Probably we should keep the exact sentences or close. We'll try to keep the content but in list format.
Let's extract:
About the role paragraph: "The Senior Manager of Development is a leadership role responsible for driving the execution of new restaurant development from Letter of Intent (LOI) through opening. Serving as the primary development liaison between real estate, design, construction, and landlord consultants. This role drives early project due diligence, entitlement strategy, maintains project schedule, drives landlord obligations and site development, helps identify risks that could impact schedule or cost for an assigned portfolio of projects."
That's the role description.
Responsibilities: from "How You’ll Succeed:" list:
- Lead the full development lifecycle for an assigned portfolio of projects, from LOI through operational turnover and close-out.
- Drive project schedules, and cross-functional coordination across Real Estate, Design, Construction, landlords, consultants, and external partners identifying risks, gaps, and interdependencies.
- Facilitate project kickoff meetings with Design and Construction, Ensuring the Design and Construction teams have requirements met to start work, evaluating site-specific conditions, atypical requirements, and potential cost or schedule impacts.
- Acts as the department’s point person on projects where there is a long delay between lease signature & site delivery to keep team current on Landlord/Seller’s progress.
- Manage site due diligence and feasibility, including test fits, schematic design, surveys, environmental reports, closings, and site-specific requirements.
- Represent Cooper’s Hawk in introductory and ongoing meetings with municipal agencies; maintain and deploy standardized presentation materials across concepts.
- Track and manage landlord entitlement processes through site delivery.
- Coordinate landlord work, pad/site delivery requirements, utility responsibilities, and other lease/work-letter obligations.
- Monitor and communicate portfolio status, including key milestones, risks, dependencies, and critical issues to Development leadership.
Also earlier sentence: "Serving as the primary development liaison between real estate, design, construction, and landlord consultants." Already covered in About the role maybe.
We could also include "Drive project schedules, and cross-functional coordination..." etc.
Now Requirements: from "What You’ll Bring:":
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet and construction or development project management software.
- Demonstrated leadership in multi-site development or real estate project delivery.
- Strong command of project management principles, entitlement processes, and regulatory coordination.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Consistently demonstrates Cooper’s Hawk values and collaborative leadership.
Key Competencies list:
- Executive-level communication and influence
- Strategic collaboration across disciplines
- Decisive leadership in complex, ambiguous environments
- Strong prioritization and multi-project execution
- Accountability and operational rigor
Physical Job Functions: Office-based role with occasional travel as required. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet critical project deadlines. Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and business machines.
We could include Physical Job Functions under Requirements or maybe separate but not in headings list. Could incorporate into Requirements as additional bullet.
Pay: "Compensation Range: $103,000 - $125,000. The final offered salary will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity."
We should keep that sentence.
Benefits: list from "What You’ll Get:":
- Incredible Discounts: Monthly Dining Allowance, 50% Dining and Carryout, 40% Retail Wine, 20% Retail and Private Events, Monthly Complimentary Wine Tasting for Two
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Telemedicine and Wellness Program
- Company Matching 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Savings Accounts- Health and Dependent Care
- Health Savings Account
- Long-Term Disability; Voluntary Short-Term Disability
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (with option to purchase additional coverage)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Highly Competitive Pay plus Team Member Incentives & Rewards
- Paid Time Off Milestones Recognition Program
- Complimentary Gym Membership in RSC Building
- Hybrid Work Week (3 days in office, 2 days remote, depending on role)
Also note: "Cooper’s Hawk reviews several factors when establishing compensation. Salaries and hourly wages appearing in a job posting may be published by third parties and may not reflect the salaries or hourly wages offered by Cooper’s Hawk." That's more about compensation but could be included under Pay maybe.
Schedule: The hybrid work week is schedule info. Also "Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet critical project deadlines." Could be schedule.
We'll create Schedule section with: Hybrid Work Week (3 days in office, 2 days remote, depending on role). Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet critical project deadlines. Occasional travel as required.
Now we need to output only HTML fragment, no markdown fences.
We'll produce:
About the role
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Responsibilities
- ...
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Requirements
- ...
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Benefits
- ...
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Pay
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Schedule
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Make sure to preserve all details. Let's craft each.
About the role paragraph: combine the two sentences? Actually there are three sentences: "The Senior Manager of Development is a leadership role responsible for driving the execution of new restaurant development from Letter of Intent (LOI) through opening. Serving as the primary development liaison between real estate, design, construction, and landlord consultants. This role drives early project due diligence, entitlement strategy, maintains project schedule, drives landlord obligations and site development, helps identify risks that could impact schedule or cost for an assigned portfolio of projects."
We'll keep as one paragraph.
Responsibilities list: need to capture each bullet exactly as in text. Let's list them:
- Lead the full development lifecycle for an assigned portfolio of projects, from LOI through operational turnover and close-out.
- Drive project schedules, and cross-functional coordination across Real Estate, Design, Construction, landlords, consultants, and external partners identifying risks, gaps, and interdependencies.
- Facilitate project kickoff meetings with Design and Construction, Ensuring the Design and Construction teams have requirements met to start work, evaluating site-specific conditions, atypical requirements, and potential cost or schedule impacts.
- Acts as the department’s point person on projects where there is a long delay between lease signature & site delivery to keep team current on Landlord/Seller’s progress.
- Manage site due diligence and feasibility, including test fits, schematic design, surveys, environmental reports, closings, and site-specific requirements.
- Represent Cooper’s Hawk in introductory and ongoing meetings with municipal agencies; maintain and deploy standardized presentation materials across concepts.
- Track and manage landlord entitlement processes through site delivery.
- Coordinate landlord work, pad/site delivery requirements, utility responsibilities, and other lease/work-letter obligations.
- Monitor and communicate portfolio status, including key milestones, risks, dependencies, and critical issues to Development leadership.
Check punctuation: some have capitalization issues but we keep as is.
Requirements list: combine What You’ll Bring and Key Competencies and Physical Job Functions.
What You’ll Bring bullets:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet and construction or development project management software.
- Demonstrated leadership in multi-site development or real estate project delivery.
- Strong command of project management principles, entitlement processes, and regulatory coordination.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Consistently demonstrates Cooper’s Hawk values and collaborative leadership.
Key Competencies bullets:
- Executive-level communication and influence
- Strategic collaboration across disciplines
- Decisive leadership in complex, ambiguous environments
- Strong prioritization and multi-project execution
- Accountability and operational rigor
Physical Job Functions:
- Office-based role with occasional travel as required.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet critical project deadlines.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and business machines.
We'll include all as - .
Benefits list: need to capture each bullet from "What You’ll Get:" The text includes:
"Incredible Discounts:
Requirements
with combined list: proficiency in MS Office, Smartsheet, construction/project management software; demonstrated leadership in multi-site development; strong command of project management principles, entitlement processes, regulatory coordination; exceptional verbal/written communication; highly organized managing multiple complex projects; demonstrates values and collaborative leadership; plus key competencies list (executive-level communication, strategic collaboration, decisive leadership, prioritization, accountability). Could be separate but we can combine.Benefits
with list of benefits from "What You’ll Get:" (list). Should include all items.Pay
with compensation range: $103,000 - $125,000. Schedule: Not explicitly given except maybe hybrid work week (3 days in office, 2 days remote). That's schedule info. So we can include Schedule section with that detail. We must not include filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present. We must not include boilerplate like EEO, legal, etc. Remove those paragraphs. Also remove "About Us" maybe not needed as it's not role-specific. Could be omitted. We must preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to keep all details from the posting, but we can rephrase? The instruction: "Preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail." Means we should not omit details, but we can reformat. Probably we should keep the exact sentences or close. We'll try to keep the content but in list format. Let's extract: About the role paragraph: "The Senior Manager of Development is a leadership role responsible for driving the execution of new restaurant development from Letter of Intent (LOI) through opening. Serving as the primary development liaison between real estate, design, construction, and landlord consultants. This role drives early project due diligence, entitlement strategy, maintains project schedule, drives landlord obligations and site development, helps identify risks that could impact schedule or cost for an assigned portfolio of projects." That's the role description. Responsibilities: from "How You’ll Succeed:" list: - Lead the full development lifecycle for an assigned portfolio of projects, from LOI through operational turnover and close-out. - Drive project schedules, and cross-functional coordination across Real Estate, Design, Construction, landlords, consultants, and external partners identifying risks, gaps, and interdependencies. - Facilitate project kickoff meetings with Design and Construction, Ensuring the Design and Construction teams have requirements met to start work, evaluating site-specific conditions, atypical requirements, and potential cost or schedule impacts. - Acts as the department’s point person on projects where there is a long delay between lease signature & site delivery to keep team current on Landlord/Seller’s progress. - Manage site due diligence and feasibility, including test fits, schematic design, surveys, environmental reports, closings, and site-specific requirements. - Represent Cooper’s Hawk in introductory and ongoing meetings with municipal agencies; maintain and deploy standardized presentation materials across concepts. - Track and manage landlord entitlement processes through site delivery. - Coordinate landlord work, pad/site delivery requirements, utility responsibilities, and other lease/work-letter obligations. - Monitor and communicate portfolio status, including key milestones, risks, dependencies, and critical issues to Development leadership. Also earlier sentence: "Serving as the primary development liaison between real estate, design, construction, and landlord consultants." Already covered in About the role maybe. We could also include "Drive project schedules, and cross-functional coordination..." etc. Now Requirements: from "What You’ll Bring:": - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet and construction or development project management software. - Demonstrated leadership in multi-site development or real estate project delivery. - Strong command of project management principles, entitlement processes, and regulatory coordination. - Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. - Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously. - Consistently demonstrates Cooper’s Hawk values and collaborative leadership. Key Competencies list: - Executive-level communication and influence - Strategic collaboration across disciplines - Decisive leadership in complex, ambiguous environments - Strong prioritization and multi-project execution - Accountability and operational rigor Physical Job Functions: Office-based role with occasional travel as required. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet critical project deadlines. Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and business machines. We could include Physical Job Functions under Requirements or maybe separate but not in headings list. Could incorporate into Requirements as additional bullet. Pay: "Compensation Range: $103,000 - $125,000. The final offered salary will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity." We should keep that sentence. Benefits: list from "What You’ll Get:": - Incredible Discounts: Monthly Dining Allowance, 50% Dining and Carryout, 40% Retail Wine, 20% Retail and Private Events, Monthly Complimentary Wine Tasting for Two - Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Telemedicine and Wellness Program - Company Matching 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan - Flexible Savings Accounts- Health and Dependent Care - Health Savings Account - Long-Term Disability; Voluntary Short-Term Disability - Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (with option to purchase additional coverage) - Paid Parental Leave - Highly Competitive Pay plus Team Member Incentives & Rewards - Paid Time Off Milestones Recognition Program - Complimentary Gym Membership in RSC Building - Hybrid Work Week (3 days in office, 2 days remote, depending on role) Also note: "Cooper’s Hawk reviews several factors when establishing compensation. Salaries and hourly wages appearing in a job posting may be published by third parties and may not reflect the salaries or hourly wages offered by Cooper’s Hawk." That's more about compensation but could be included under Pay maybe. Schedule: The hybrid work week is schedule info. Also "Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet critical project deadlines." Could be schedule. We'll create Schedule section with: Hybrid Work Week (3 days in office, 2 days remote, depending on role). Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet critical project deadlines. Occasional travel as required. Now we need to output only HTML fragment, no markdown fences. We'll produce:About the role
...
Responsibilities
- ... ...
Requirements
- ... ...
Benefits
- ... ...
Pay
...
Schedule
...
Make sure to preserve all details. Let's craft each. About the role paragraph: combine the two sentences? Actually there are three sentences: "The Senior Manager of Development is a leadership role responsible for driving the execution of new restaurant development from Letter of Intent (LOI) through opening. Serving as the primary development liaison between real estate, design, construction, and landlord consultants. This role drives early project due diligence, entitlement strategy, maintains project schedule, drives landlord obligations and site development, helps identify risks that could impact schedule or cost for an assigned portfolio of projects." We'll keep as one paragraph. Responsibilities list: need to capture each bullet exactly as in text. Let's list them: - Lead the full development lifecycle for an assigned portfolio of projects, from LOI through operational turnover and close-out. - Drive project schedules, and cross-functional coordination across Real Estate, Design, Construction, landlords, consultants, and external partners identifying risks, gaps, and interdependencies. - Facilitate project kickoff meetings with Design and Construction, Ensuring the Design and Construction teams have requirements met to start work, evaluating site-specific conditions, atypical requirements, and potential cost or schedule impacts. - Acts as the department’s point person on projects where there is a long delay between lease signature & site delivery to keep team current on Landlord/Seller’s progress. - Manage site due diligence and feasibility, including test fits, schematic design, surveys, environmental reports, closings, and site-specific requirements. - Represent Cooper’s Hawk in introductory and ongoing meetings with municipal agencies; maintain and deploy standardized presentation materials across concepts. - Track and manage landlord entitlement processes through site delivery. - Coordinate landlord work, pad/site delivery requirements, utility responsibilities, and other lease/work-letter obligations. - Monitor and communicate portfolio status, including key milestones, risks, dependencies, and critical issues to Development leadership. Check punctuation: some have capitalization issues but we keep as is. Requirements list: combine What You’ll Bring and Key Competencies and Physical Job Functions. What You’ll Bring bullets: - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet and construction or development project management software. - Demonstrated leadership in multi-site development or real estate project delivery. - Strong command of project management principles, entitlement processes, and regulatory coordination. - Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. - Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously. - Consistently demonstrates Cooper’s Hawk values and collaborative leadership. Key Competencies bullets: - Executive-level communication and influence - Strategic collaboration across disciplines - Decisive leadership in complex, ambiguous environments - Strong prioritization and multi-project execution - Accountability and operational rigor Physical Job Functions: - Office-based role with occasional travel as required. - Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. - Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet critical project deadlines. - Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and business machines. We'll include all as