Position Summary

Rise Partners is seeking a commercial real estate Development Manager to join our growing team. This role will be responsible for managing all phases of development projects across shopping center redevelopment, industrial, and other commercial real estate sectors throughout the Southeastern United States. The Development Manager will oversee the process from acquisition and entitlements through design, construction, and turnover, as well as tenant coordination, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership:
  • Manage multiple development and redevelopment projects simultaneously with a primary focus on shopping centers and supporting initiatives in industrial and other commercial sectors.
  • Lead due diligence, assist with feasibility analysis, and project underwriting.
• Entitlements & Approvals:
  • Oversee zoning approvals, site plan approvals, permits, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with municipal agencies, utility providers, and community stakeholders.
• Design & Construction Oversight:
  • Coordinate design teams, including architects, engineers, and consultants.
  • Lead contractor selection, bid processes, and contract negotiations.
  • Manage construction activities, monitor progress and quality, and address field issues promptly.
• Financial Management:
  • Maintain accurate financial tracking of project costs and cash flow forecasts.
  • Review and approve invoices, change orders, and payment applications.
• Tenant Coordination:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for tenants regarding design approvals, build-out requirements, and project milestones.
• Reporting & Communication:
  • Provide regular updates to Rise leadership.
  • Prepare project status reports, presentations, and supporting documentation.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify project risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, and safety obligations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, Architecture, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing real estate development projects, ideally in shopping center redevelopment and/or commercial or industrial sectors.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Exceptional project management, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites across the Southeast as required.

About Rise Partners

About Rise Partners With offices in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and Charlotte, North Carolina, Rise Partners is a commercial real estate investment and development firm that has acquired and repositioned more than $100 million in retail real estate assets across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic since its inception in 2017. Collectively, the principals of Rise Partners have managed more than 30 million square feet of retail real estate, completed more than 10 million square feet of development and redevelopment projects, and underwritten and closed acquisitions totaling $7 billion. Their experience spans a multitude of property types, including large regional power centers, regional malls, grocery-anchored neighborhood centers, community centers, single-tenant net-leased buildings, distribution centers, office buildings and mixed-use developments. Rise Partners is passionate about serving the needs of its retail partners and the communities in which it invests and develops.

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