Legal, Development and Construction

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Development/Construction Manager to join our real estate development team based in Dallas. The Development/Construction Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting multiple ground-up projects throughout all phases of development, from entitlements through construction. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual with a background in architecture, construction, engineering or a related field along with legal background to contribute to the success of high-profile real estate ventures.

Responsibilities:

• Support the National Development Team and EVP of Construction and project team to facilitate the successful execution of large scale ground-up development projects and stadium/entertainment projects..
• Assist in the negotiation of Public Private Partnerships, including Tax Increment Finance, federal and state grants and agreements with various state/federal agencies.
• Assist in the negotiation of all contracts for the various project team members.
• Assist in the risk mitigation strategy for the project.
• Assist in the preparation and management of project schedules, budgets, and reports.
• Collaborate with Acquisition Team to conduct feasibility studies, market assessments, and financial modeling.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants to ensure project objectives are met within established parameters.
• Assist in the acquisition of entitlements, permits, and approvals from regulatory agencies and local jurisdictions.
• Participate in project meetings, site visits, and inspections to monitor progress and address any issues or concerns.
• Prepare and distribute project documentation, reports and presentations as needed.
• Support the procurement process by soliciting bids, reviewing proposals, and assisting with negotiating contracts.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to project activities, expenses, and correspondence.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Development Manager or senior management.
• Assist the development team in the lease-up process by coordinating tenant improvement pricing, budgets, and coordinating on-site execution of the improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, real estate development, or a related field.
• Law degree
• Hands on experience in architecture, construction, real estate development, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of the development process, including entitlements, design, permitting, scheduling and construction.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management software, Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and other relevant tools and applications.
• Self-motivated and proactive with a strong work ethic and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to travel on a bi-weekly basis to weekly basis project locations throughout the United States.

This position is 100% in-office. The role requires working in office during standard business hours. Remote work or telecommuting is not an option for this position.