Development Manager

Development Manager

At Brookfield Residential, a leading North American land developer and homebuilder for over 65 years, we have had one goal in mind creating the best places to call home. From the development of award-winning, master-planned communities to the creation of well-designed homes, we are committed to cultivating exceptional life experiences for our customers, partners, employees, and members of the community. As part of Brookfield one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world we harness our resources to bring a fresh approach, unparalleled creativity, relentless innovation, and sound Sustainability practices to the planning, development, and management of buildings everywhere. From offices, retail spaces, and logistics facilities to multifamily residences, hospitality establishments, and mixed-use structures we are reimagining real estate from the ground up.

The Development Manager's responsibilities include regular, effective communication and coordination with numerous project participants, activity tracking, and project-specific tasks. Primary responsibilities include entitlement processing, plan review, regulatory and construction permitting, due diligence coordination, and feasibility analysis support for residential projects throughout Arizona in support of team members from the Senior Development Manager to the Senior Vice President level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare preliminary site plans and various design and cost analyses to determine the feasibility of developing land.
• Build rapport with agency staff to define and improve review and approval efficiencies and develop strategies to expedite processes.
• Collaborate alongside agency personnel and legal counsel to prepare agency participation agreements, facility agreements, and other development-related agreements.
• Prepare and assist with presentations to various agencies to facilitate approval of zoning, plats, and plans.
• Develop and facilitate a planning process associated with reviewing and approving development options.
• Review project business plans and assumptions with a focus on maximizing investment while meeting or exceeding the annual business plan.
• Develop and manage project schedules that define key design and construction milestones to ensure the team meets or exceeds revenue delivery targets.
• Prepare various exhibits and preliminary site layouts utilizing AutoCAD LT.
• Review record information and due diligence documentation for potential new projects. Prepare preliminary development cost estimates, cash flow projections, and schedules to support project pro formas.
• Lead project procurement efforts and contractor selection for public and private infrastructure and off-site improvements.
• Conduct weekly site visits and review active projects under construction.
• Ensure construction activities comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, and manage all required permits.
• Work with the Construction Manager and Project Coordinator to develop clear bid project descriptions and specifications.
• Work with the Construction Manager to evaluate field changes and contract change orders to improve design development.
• Support the Construction Manager in all aspects of development.
• Ensure project sites are safe, clean, and equipped with all required Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental documentation.
• Process invoices, contracts, and check requests.
• Track conditions of approval, improvement bonds, and other required clearances.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation.
• Ensure project plans and specifications are provided to the appropriate design discipline or Construction Manager in a timely manner.
• Meet with the land development team and public officials to discuss issues related to the development process.
• Travel to project sites throughout the Phoenix metro area.
• Maintain cordial, professional relationships with other Brookfield departments, external entities, and various stakeholders.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure programmatic issues related to development and operations are addressed effectively.
• Attend staff and interdepartmental meetings as well as meetings with consultants and public agency staff as required.
• Develop and maintain relationships with a broad range of consultants, and negotiate service contracts covering scopes of work, design standards, cost, schedule, and quality.
• Manage and coordinate the preparation of civil improvement plans, landscape plans, architectural plans, and other design documents to ensure project intent is complete, efficient, and comprehensive.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of design guidelines.
• Assist the project Design Review Committee (DRC) with reviewing and approving builder design submittals.
• Facilitate crafting as-built plans and assist the Construction Manager with final acceptance of development projects.
• Facilitate turnover of finished lots to builders and finished infrastructure improvements to municipalities.
• Assist in the preparation, coordination, and completion of all required turnover documents (as-built drawings, owner's manuals, warranties).
• Coordinate with the HOA for turnover and conveyance of all community landscape and hardscape improvements.
• Perform all required agency and contractor final site inspections.
• Review and update detailed project budgets, cash flow projections, and schedules for all projects, including planning and design, subdivision improvements, roadway infrastructure, park improvements, and amenities.
• Prepare a monthly project update for the Senior Leadership Team.
• Document and evaluate weekly safety observations from active construction sites.
• Establish and implement project objectives and policies consistent with corporate guidelines.
• Foster an environment of continuous improvement in development processes and teamwork with internal and external stakeholders.
• Interview consultants and contractors and make hiring recommendations to the Director of Development.
• Lead and guide project consultants while building positive working relationships.
• Provide guidance and support to Contract Administrators, Assist with the coordination and preparation of project entitlement documents and permits.
• Work with the Finance and Accounting team to establish and handle project budgets and cash flow based on project design and development schedules.

What You'll Bring:

• 4-year degree in civil engineering, landscape architecture, or construction management is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience throughout the full scope of horizontal project development and implementation is required, including technical expertise in building (engineering, landscape, and planning), value engineering, plan review, cost estimating, scheduling, budgeting, cash flow management, permitting, and process management.
• Practical understanding of financial pro formas and the influence land development has on pro forma results.
• Strong working knowledge of the local planning and building industry and a broad understanding of real estate development are required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a team of skilled and technically trained specialists and external service providers, quasi-governmental agencies.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, Strong attention to detail, strong writing, organizational, skills, Strong reasoning and analytical skills.
• Ability to schedule meetings and coordinate stakeholder availability.
• Experience with master-planned communities, especially in Maricopa and Pinal Counties, is preferred.
• High degree of motivation, follow-through, and accountability.
• Exposure to project budgeting, scheduling, and vendor contracts is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively both independently and as part of a team and manage time-sensitive materials and meet multiple deadlines, multiple priorities and respond promptly to action items.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a focused, professional attitude.
• Travel to and from the corporate office, project sites, and agencies is required. While performing the duties of this position, the Development Manager must frequently inspect project sites and may be exposed to active construction conditions and varying weather.

What We Offer:

We are proud to offer our employees what they value most:

• Competitive compensation.
• Excellent extended medical, dental and vision benefits beginning day 1.
• 401(k) matching, vesting begins day 1.
• Career development programs.
• Charitable donation matching.
• Paid Volunteer Hours.
• Paid parental leave.
• Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy and adoptions options.
• Wellness and mental health resources.
• Pet insurance offering.
• A culture based on our values of Passion, Integrity and Community!

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.