Development Manager
Macdonald & Company, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Macdonald & Company has partnered with a well-established, vertically integrated real estate investment manager to appoint a Development Manager to their industrial development team.
Our client specializes in the acquisition, development, and operation of Class A industrial, logistics and e-commerce real estate across key U.S. markets. Backed by institutional capital, the platform focuses on both speculative and build-to-suit development, with a disciplined, execution-driven approach across the full project lifecycle.
The Position
The Development Manager
will be responsible for executing industrial development projects across land acquisition, predevelopment, construction, and delivery, while also supporting broader investment activity including acquisitions and dispositions.
This position will work closely with senior development leadership to drive the successful execution of both speculative and build-to-suit industrial projects.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and evaluate strategic land opportunities, including underwriting and feasibility analysis
Lead due diligence efforts across survey, geotechnical, environmental, zoning, and legal review
Analyze title, easements, utilities, and municipal requirements impacting development
Interface with local municipalities to support zoning, entitlements, and approvals
Development & Preconstruction
Oversee third-party consultants across design, engineering, and preconstruction phases
Develop and manage predevelopment budgets, schedules, and project timelines
Support leasing and RFP processes through site planning, building design, and underwriting updates
Track and report on design progress, budget alignment, and schedule performance
Construction Execution
Manage general contractor selection, procurement, and contract negotiations
Lead design development and value engineering efforts
Monitor construction progress, budgets, and risk factors including change orders and delays
Review and approve development draws and provide recommendations to leadership
Coordinate tenant improvements and early access to ensure smooth lease commencement
Support project turnover to asset management or property management teams
Asset Management
Assist with acquisitions and dispositions, particularly during due diligence and execution phases
Requirements
5+ years of commercial real estate development experience, with logistics or e-commerce exposure preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Real Estate, Finance, or related field
Experience managing projects across the full development lifecycle, including entitlements and construction
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, budgets, and development proformas
Strong understanding of municipal approval and entitlement processes
Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
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Our client specializes in the acquisition, development, and operation of Class A industrial, logistics and e-commerce real estate across key U.S. markets. Backed by institutional capital, the platform focuses on both speculative and build-to-suit development, with a disciplined, execution-driven approach across the full project lifecycle.
The Position
The Development Manager
will be responsible for executing industrial development projects across land acquisition, predevelopment, construction, and delivery, while also supporting broader investment activity including acquisitions and dispositions.
This position will work closely with senior development leadership to drive the successful execution of both speculative and build-to-suit industrial projects.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and evaluate strategic land opportunities, including underwriting and feasibility analysis
Lead due diligence efforts across survey, geotechnical, environmental, zoning, and legal review
Analyze title, easements, utilities, and municipal requirements impacting development
Interface with local municipalities to support zoning, entitlements, and approvals
Development & Preconstruction
Oversee third-party consultants across design, engineering, and preconstruction phases
Develop and manage predevelopment budgets, schedules, and project timelines
Support leasing and RFP processes through site planning, building design, and underwriting updates
Track and report on design progress, budget alignment, and schedule performance
Construction Execution
Manage general contractor selection, procurement, and contract negotiations
Lead design development and value engineering efforts
Monitor construction progress, budgets, and risk factors including change orders and delays
Review and approve development draws and provide recommendations to leadership
Coordinate tenant improvements and early access to ensure smooth lease commencement
Support project turnover to asset management or property management teams
Asset Management
Assist with acquisitions and dispositions, particularly during due diligence and execution phases
Requirements
5+ years of commercial real estate development experience, with logistics or e-commerce exposure preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Real Estate, Finance, or related field
Experience managing projects across the full development lifecycle, including entitlements and construction
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, budgets, and development proformas
Strong understanding of municipal approval and entitlement processes
Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
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