Development Manager

Development Manager | Miami The ClientOur client is an established, award-winning, vertically integrated multifamily real estate firm based in South Florida. With more than two decades of history, the company develops, builds and manages its own residential and mixed-use communities. It acts as developer, property manager and, on select projects, general contractor. This gives it control of every stage, from land assembly to lease-up.The ProjectsThe company has built its name on design-led, lifestyle-driven rental communities in emerging urban neighbourhoods. Its projects are known for revitalising the areas around them, and its portfolio is now valued in the billions. The founder brings senior experience from one of the country's best-known multifamily developers. Backed by a recently closed fund of approximately $170 million, the company is entering its next phase of growth and is adding a Development Manager to drive new acquisitions.The RoleAs Development Manager, you will be a key driver of the company's growth. You will source and secure the next generation of development sites and help move them from opportunity to entitled, financeable deal.Key responsibilities:Identify, source and evaluate potential multifamily development sites across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm BeachUse and grow your existing broker relationships to bring on- and off-market opportunities to the companySpend time on the road: attend site visits and meet brokers, landowners, municipalities and partners across the tri-county areaUnderwrite opportunities and lead initial feasibility, including zoning, density, site constraints and market analysisSupport LOI negotiations, due diligence and acquisition closingsWork closely with leadership, the in-house construction team and capital partners to advance deals through pre-developmentRepresent the company in the market as a trusted, credible point of contactWhat's in it for you?Salary up to $200K plus project based bonusesA newly created, high-impact role in a firm with fresh capital to deploy, where your sourcing directly shapes the company's pipelineExposure to the full development lifecycle within a vertically integrated platformA visible, entrepreneurial position where strong performers can grow as the company scalesThe chance to help shape South Florida neighbourhoods through award-winning, design-led communities