Job Description Director / Sr. Director Development
Position Type:Weekly Scheduled Hours:40
State: North Carolina
City: Charlotte
Zip Code:28226
Total Base Pay Range:$163,100.00 - $271,800.00
The Role:This role has two salary ranges, depending on the level at which the candidate is hired:
Development Director: $132,600 - $221,000
Senior Development Director: $161,300 - $271,800
We re looking for a
Development Director / Senior Development Director to lead multiple multifamily and mixed-use projects from initial deal evaluation through stabilization. This is a hands-on role owning the full lifecycle feasibility, entitlement, design, execution, and delivery.
You ll work across internal teams and external partners to move deals forward, manage risk, and drive projects to successful outcomes.
What You ll Do:Own the project lifecycle- Lead projects from site evaluation through stabilization
- Build and evaluate feasibility: entitlements, market, financials, environmental and engineering
- Prepare investment materials and recommendations for internal approvals (MIC)
- Manage contracts, risk, and overall deal strategy
- Deliver clear monthly project updates
Drive execution through partners- Manage architects, engineers, planners, and other consultants
- Lead design process and ensure deliverables hit scope, schedule, and budget
- Oversee vendor selection and performance at an executive level
Lead cross-functional teams- Run asset teams across Development, Construction, Design, and Operations
- Align stakeholders and keep projects moving
Navigate entitlements- Own the entitlement process end-to-end
- Work directly with municipalities, land use attorneys, and consultants
- Participate in hearings and approvals, manage timelines and risk
Source new deals- Identify and help advance new development opportunities
What You Bring- ~7+ years in real estate development
- Direct experience running development deals not just supporting
- Strong understanding of entitlements, financial underwriting, and project execution
- Proven ability to manage consultants, vendors, and internal stakeholders
- Comfortable operating at both strategy level and in the weeds
Education- Bachelor s required
- MBA or Master s in Real Estate (or similar) is a plus
Nice to have- LEED or other industry certifications
How AvalonBay Supports You:We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we re committed to showing our appreciation.
We offer:- Comprehensive benefits health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more. Click on Benefits (https://jobs.avalonbay.com/benefits) for information.
- Growth based on achievement and promotion from within.
- Associate recognition (a company-wide recognition program that celebrates associate efforts and successes in contributing to the overall success of the organization including destination awards, AvalonBay s Very Best recognition program and others!).
- A 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes.
- A culture built on purpose and our core values - A Commitment to Integrity, A Spirit of Caring, and A Focus on Continuous Improvement.
Additional Info:Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
