Development Manager

Description Wallick Communities is searching for a Real Estate Development Associate to join a team focusing on our development activities across our geographic regions. Wallick Communities gives low-income families and senior citizens a place called “home” – thanks to five decades of experience in developing, building, managing, and overseeing affordable multi-family housing and assisted-living communities across the mid-west. 55 years serving our communities 24,000+ residents call our communities home 9 states and growing 1000+ associates 92% associate engagement score Development Manager Location: New Albany, Ohio Position Summary The Development Manager is responsible for managing all phases of the development processes. Qualifications Required Four-year degree plus 3 or more years’ experience in real estate development. Masters level degree desired. Advanced competency utilizing Microsoft Office including SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent communication skills. Ability to analyze and interpret reports relating to market, environmental, planning, and demographics. High level of time management, organization and coordination skills. Analytical, critical thinking, problem resolution and decision-making skills required. Functions and Responsibilities Familiarity with development proformas and basic understanding of debt, equity and gap financing tools. Assist in communication with state and local agencies on all issues related to site development, public approvals, easements, agreements and environmental reviews. Perform initial review of site feasibility. Maintain existing relationships with attorneys, lenders, equity providers, appraisers, environmental consultants, market study firms, architect/engineer, etc. to negotiate fee and scope of services. Manage design team selections and adjustments throughout development and construction phases. Support Closing Team in communications with lenders, equity partners, title and insurance agencies, etc.; help secure information needed for various closing checklists. Coordinate internal and external development efforts from pre-development through project stabilization. Coordinate all variances and site plan approvals for all development projects. Perform other related duties as assigned. Wallick’s Mission & Values At Wallick Communities, we believe in opening doors to homes, opportunity, and hope for our residents, associates, and community. Our core values guide everything we do: Care – We show compassion and respect for everyone. Character – We do the right thing, even when no one is looking. Collaboration – We work together to achieve more. At Wallick, we celebrate Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Belonging (DEI+B) in our workplace and communities, creating an environment where associates feel welcome, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to the great work they do every day. For nearly 60 years, it has been at the core of our organization’s culture that all Wallick associates come to a safe and inclusive place to work. Wallick does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. *Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr