Sr Development Manager

Company Description

Foundry Real Estate Development is a commercial real estate company specializing in single-tenant net lease and build-to-suit retail projects. Operating across the mid-Atlantic and Midwest markets, Foundry partners with national retail operators to create and unlock real estate value while enabling partners to focus on their core business. The company prides itself on a vertically integrated platform that encompasses site selection, property acquisition, entitlement management, and construction oversight. Guided by accountability, experience, and long-term commitment, Foundry is a trusted industry leader known for building strong relationships and delivering high-quality development services.

Job Summary

The Sr. Development Manager will be responsible for the project lifecycle between lease signing through the completion of construction and final project closeout. This role will oversee all aspects of project execution, including the management of 3rd party engineers and architects, to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

•Work with internal Real Estate Managers to facilitate preliminary design and tenant submission 

•Manage the entitlement and permitting process from tenant approval through close out

•Manage and coordinate with 3rd party engineers, attorneys, and other consultants to prepare and submit permit applications

•Coordinate sketch plan review meetings with Company and external team members to plan out the path to secure entitlement

•Act as the primary liaison with government agencies and utility providers.

•Track and report on the status of all permits, ensuring timelines are met

•Resolve any zoning, entitlement, or utility issues that arise during the pre-construction phase.

•With the assistance of counsel and outside consultants, submit formal petitions to municipalities to obtain entitlement approvals

•Coordinate with in-house and external general contractors to ensure construction activities align with project plans, schedules, and budgets

•Oversee project closeout that all development-related permits are officially closed

•Represent the Company at public hearings and meetings as required

•Review and track commitments to tenants and sellers and modify commitments as needed based on delays or improved schedules

•Maintain and track budgets to ensure alignment with original underwriting, identify and report on variances and propose and execute solutions to mitigate

Required Qualifications

•Bachelor's degree business, management, civil engineering or related field

•5-10 years of experience in commercial real estate

•Proven experience with end-to-end land entitlement and permitting processes

•Strong team management skills

•Excellent communication and negotiation skills

•In-depth knowledge and research of zoning and ordinances

•Critical thinking and self-starting capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

•Project Management Professional (PMP) or other accredited management training

•Experience in commercial real estate development

•Additional certifications in project management

Working Conditions

This role is primarily in HQ office with a minimum commitment of 4 days per week in office. Travel to various municipalities may be required. Work hours may vary depending on project needs.