Job Description Director Development
Position Type:Full time
Weekly Scheduled Hours:40
State: Florida
City: Fort Lauderdale
Zip Code:33301
Total Base Pay Range:$132,600.00 - $221,000.00
The Role:At Vivmark Residential, we create communities that people are proud to call home. As one of the nation's leading multifamily real estate companies, we develop, acquire, own, and operate apartment communities in some of the country's most dynamic markets. Our success is driven by talented associates who bring expertise, creativity, and a passion for building exceptional places to live.
We're seeking a
Director, Development to lead multifamily and mixed-use development projects from concept through stabilization. This role will play a critical part in identifying new development opportunities, managing complex projects, navigating entitlement processes, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to deliver successful investments and communities.
What You'll Do:Lead Development Projects:- Manage multiple development projects through acquisition, planning, entitlements, design, construction, lease-up, and stabilization.
- Evaluate project feasibility through market analysis, financial underwriting, site due diligence, environmental reviews, and risk assessments
- Lead project strategy and guide decision-making throughout the development lifecycle
- Prepare investment recommendations and presentations for executive leadership and investment committees
Drive New Development Opportunities:- Identify and evaluate potential development opportunities within target markets
- Build relationships with landowners, brokers, municipalities, consultants, and industry stakeholders
- Assess risks and opportunities associated with prospective deals and guide pursuit strategies
Manage Entitlements and Approvals:- Lead entitlement efforts and coordinate with municipalities, planning agencies, attorneys, architects, engineers, and consultants
- Navigate zoning, permitting, land use, and regulatory approval processes
- Develop strategies to address project challenges and maintain project momentum
Partner Across the Organization:- Lead cross-functional asset teams and collaborate closely with Construction, Operations, Investments, and Design partners
- Manage consultant and vendor relationships to ensure project objectives, schedules, and budgets are achieved
- Provide regular development updates and reporting to senior leadership
What We're Looking For:- Bachelor's degree required
- MBA with a Real Estate concentration or Master's degree in Real Estate Development preferred
- Seven or more years of real estate development experience, including direct experience managing multifamily, mixed-use, or related development projects
- Strong financial modeling and underwriting skills
- Experience leading entitlement, design, consultant, and development execution processes
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship management capabilities
- Ability to lead complex projects while influencing stakeholders across multiple disciplines
- LEED or similar industry certifications are a plus
How Vivmark Supports You:We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we re committed to showing our appreciation.
We offer:- A competitive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and company holidays, and exclusive team member housing discounts.
