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Director of Development

United States, Newark Employment contract 165000.00 - 195000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted June 09, 2026
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We have an amazing opportunity for a Director of Development to join a rapidly growing multi-brand hospitality and retail operator expanding throughout the tri-state markets! This is a senior leadership role with the opportunity to influence growth strategy, lead new unit development initiatives, and partner closely with executive leadership to drive expansion across multiple brands and concepts. This role offers a chance to shape the future growth of a dynamic and entrepreneurial organization.

Job Responsibility

  • Partnering with Real Estate leadership to evaluate new sites and determine development feasibility
  • Managing projects from initial site due diligence through entitlements, permitting, and delivery to construction
  • Building and managing complete project budgets from acquisition through certificate of occupancy
  • Leading consultant selection, contract negotiations, and performance management across multiple projects
  • Coordinating architectural, engineering, design, and franchise approval processes
  • Leading municipal approvals, including zoning applications, planning board hearings, and permitting processes
  • Managing project schedules, budgets, risks, and critical milestones across multiple active developments
  • Partnering cross-functionally with Construction, Operations, Finance, and executive leadership to ensure successful project execution
  • Providing regular development updates, project reporting, and portfolio visibility to leadership

Requirements

  • Hold a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Urban Planning, Real Estate Development, or related field
  • Possess a minimum of 8–10 years of progressive development experience with at least 5 years leading entitlement and pre-construction efforts for retail, restaurant, or multi-unit development projects
  • Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously across complex development pipelines
  • Strong understanding of municipal entitlement processes, zoning requirements, permitting, and development approvals
  • Proven ability to build and manage project budgets while maintaining schedule discipline
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with consultants, municipalities, franchise partners, landlords, and executive leadership

Nice to have

  • Experience with QSR, franchise, retail, or multi-unit development strongly preferred
  • Professional licenses or credentials, including PE, AIA, or AICP, are a plus

What we offer

  • Competitive salary structured according to your expertise and contributions
  • Annual bonus program tied to project delivery and development performance
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • Participation in a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Vehicle allowance or mileage reimbursement
  • Professional development reimbursement and career growth opportunities
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