Job Description

TITLE: DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

DEPARTMENT: CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT

REPORTS TO: SENIOR DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

LOCATION: PLAYA VISTA AND OR HUNTINGTON BEACH CA

INTODUCTION:

DJM provides private equity investment, development and asset management services within the real estate sector. With a core strength in retail combined with expertise in office, industrial and residential product types, DJM's superior market knowledge and strategic acquisition of undervalued assets is represented by a current portfolio of over 2 million square feet. Additionally, a forward-looking development slate represents another 310,000 square feet with an estimated total portfolio asset value of $1 Billion.

There is an opportunity for a professional to join the Development Team in Orange Country as a Development Manager. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, self-motivated and detail-oriented with strong initiative and an ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of constituents; and has proven capabilities in multi-tasking, problem solving and prioritizing workloads.

SUMMARY:

Work with the Senior Vice President of Construction and Development and other team members to manage and execute the due diligence, entitlement, permitting, construction and turn over process for our retail property developments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Create and manage project budgets and schedules for projects ranging from small tenant improvements to intricate mixed used projects.

· Manage and direct teams of Architects, Engineers and General Contractors regarding site plans, building design issues, and value engineering.

· Work with consultant teams, city officials and local politicians to achieve necessary project entitlements, including but not limited to EIR’s, Development agreements, CUP’s, Planned sign program approvals, alcohol licensing, Shared parking analysis etc. to DJM’s benefit.

· Manage and direct the design consultant teams during preparation of all disciplines of construction drawings from Concept design to construction drawings including Architectural, MEP, Structural, Civil, Acoustical etc. and achieving permitting of the same with the relevant jurisdictions having approval.

· Create RFP’s for consultants, contractors and vendors with complete scopes of work.

· Review and negotiate consultant, vendor and construction contracts to ensure the company is adequately protected and insured.

· Work with and manage General contractor during construction, assist A&E team in responding to RFI’s, reviewing submittals, understand and negotiate change orders.

· Assist property management team in capital projects through various phases of project development including design, bidding, permitting, and construction. Supervise architects, engineers, and contractors.

· Assist property management, leasing and tenant coordination teams with preparation and review of work letters and landlord work budgeting.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

· Experience in managing consultant and contractor teams

· Proficient in reading plans of all disciplines Architectural, MEP, Structural and Civil

· 10 or more years of experience in retail or mixed-use construction management

· Working knowledge of and proficiency in Microsoft programs including excel, word, project and outlook.

· Knowledgeable in areas of retail development, property management and leasing

· Ability to work well with others and a preference for teamwork

· Willingness to work outside of normal office hours, including nights and weekends if necessary

· Ability to think outside the box

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:

· College Degree in Construction management or related field preferred

· Knowledgeable in retail leasing and property management

· Working knowledge and proficiency software systems such as Honest Buildings, VTS, Tenant Tracker, Procore and Bluebeam would be a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

EXEMPT CLASSIFICATION:

This is an Exempt

STATUS:

This is a full-time salaried position

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

DJM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training