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Are you seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service – to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of “empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients’ visions to life,” so if this speaks to you, let’s connect! At CESO, the Development Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of land development projects, with a primary focus on retail and commercial developments, including convenience store and fueling station projects. This position leads the due diligence, entitlements, design, and permitting phases by coordinating consultants, managing schedules and budgets, and ensuring compliance with applicable zoning and regulatory requirements. The Development Manager works closely with clients and internal teams to deliver projects efficiently, on time, and within budget while meeting operational and stakeholder expectations.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and manage the due diligence, entitlements, design, and permitting phases of land development projects
Oversee all required consultants and third-party professionals
Conduct and/or oversee due diligence activities
Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors on the development of project plans
Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources
Coordinate with utility providers
Collaborate with internal client teams
Identify and manage project risks
Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates
Ensure project documentation is complete, accurate, and current
Maintain frequent and proactive communication with clients
Participate in regularly scheduled client meetings
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Land Development or related field
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in land development project management
Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Suite products, Deltek, Newforma, and SmartSheet
Travel up to 15% for client meetings and ability to attend jurisdictional meetings as required
Nice to have:
A focus on entitlements, due diligence, design and permitting phases for retail projects
What we offer:
Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront
401K with a Company Match
Rewards and Recognition Program
Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
Paid Holidays
Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage
Welcome Box
Casual Dress Code
Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability