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Overview

We are seeking experienced Construction Project Managers (Principal & Senior levels) to lead complex commercial development and redevelopment projects from initial concept through pre-construction readiness. This role is heavily focused on front-end development, including permitting, entitlement, and regulatory approvals, before transitioning projects to construction teams.

This is a high-impact, highly visible role requiring a balance of technical expertise, stakeholder management, and regulatory navigation across local, state, and federal agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end pre-construction development activities for new builds and complex remodel projects
• Manage permitting, entitlement, rezoning, and approval processes across multiple jurisdictions
• Represent projects in front of planning commissions, city councils, and regulatory agencies
• Coordinate closely with civil engineers, architects, and internal stakeholders to ensure project feasibility and compliance
• Oversee site planning, utility coordination, and design development (civil, fuel, architectural)
• Review and guide geotechnical, environmental, and civil engineering studies
• Establish and manage project budgets, timelines, and deliverables
• Support contractor bid processes and transition projects to construction teams
• Handle property-related legal considerations, including easements and right-of-way issues
• Manage a portfolio of 15–20 projects simultaneously, each in varying stages of development

Project Environment

• Mix of ground-up development and complex remodels (many remodels require advanced coordination and may exceed new builds in complexity)
• Typical project size: ~$5M+
• Projects often involve:
  • Rezoning land (including agricultural-to-commercial transitions)
  • Navigating community and municipal resistance
  • Coordinating across city, state, and federal agencies

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial retail or real estate development project management
• Strong background in:
  • Permitting & entitlement
  • Rezoning & land use
  • Planning commission / public hearings
• Ability to confidently present and advocate projects to government agencies and community stakeholders
• Experience interpreting civil and utility plans
• Strong collaboration with architects, engineers, and cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously