Senior Development Manager - Trammell Crow Company Job ID 180736 Posted 16-Aug-2024 Service line REI Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Construction, Development Location(s) Chicago - Illinois - United States of America **ABOUT THE ROLE:** At Trammell Crow Company, we have built our business – and reputation – by hiring great people. We believe outstanding, capable and dedicated employees have laid the foundation of our success and are our most valuable asset. Trammell Crow Company cultivates an environment that empowers its employees to be the best. When you join TCC, you are joining a dedicated team of people who are committed to upholding our RISE (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence) Values. Our RISE values fuel our mission for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment so our people, our business partners and the communities in which we build: thrive. We are driven by our most powerful asset—our people. Comprised of teams possessing passion, innovation, and an open culture of excellence, we are actively seeking talent with a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences across all industries to apply for open positions. Our Senior Development Manager role is based in our Chicago, IL office and contributes to all aspects of ground up project execution. Responsible managing aspects of complex development projects during entitlements, due diligence, design, construction, and lease-up. Ability to work with stakeholders to create achievable project schedules, track milestone dates, and meet project deadlines. **WHAT YOU’LL DO** To perform this job successfully, an individual is to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. **·** **Predevelopment:** oResponsible for supporting due diligence on prospective land or building acquisitions: including, on-boarding required consultants; coordination with utility companies, city officials and 3rd party jurisdictional entities oBudgeting and managing project costs from conceptual design stage through project close-out oPreparing preliminary development timeline and critical milestones for project start oDiligent efforts to obtain all permits and approvals required to commence construction **·** **Development Execution:** oResponsible for supporting the execution of development projects: including, procurement and management of general contractor and project consultants, full review and approval of estimates, schedules, change orders and drawing coordination oVerification of work in field oRunning weekly OAC meetings and tracking down critical issues oConsult with clients, consultants and/or partners in the development and refinement of plans and specifications as necessary oContinued coordination with city officials, utility companies, and other 3rd party jurisdictional entities throughout construction and building certification oEstablishing and issuing monthly reports for project partners oVerification of monthly funding invoices and requests. **·** **Post Development (close-out) Execution:** oResponsible for supporting the close-out of projects: including, overseeing the end of project walk-through's and coordinating the final items to be completed oCoordinate the completion of work and inspections to receive substantial completion and final completion by required dates oObtain the Certificate of Occupancy from government officials oResponsible for delivery of partner close-out checklist items, including completion of punch-list items, delivery of as-built or record drawing documents, project warranties and maintenance guides, final testing and commissioning, consultant drawings conformance letters, list of utility information, accounts, and providers and all required permits and condition of approval signoffs oManage the building start up and coordinate the building turnover with the property management company oUnderstand and interpret lease language to complete owner responsibilities oSupport the leasing team with leasing efforts. **·** **Project Teams:** oProvides informal assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to co-workers oSupport project teams with the planning and supervision of assignments to project coordinators and/ or project consultants **·** **Work Environment and Travel:** oRole is primarily in office with expected travel to job sites within the region **·** **Other duties may be assigned.** **WHAT YOU’LL NEED:** **•** **Education:** oBachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, business or equivalent from 4-year college program preferred. **•** **Industry Experience:** oTypically, at least 6 years commercial development management experience. Extensive experience in Industrial built to suits & speculative buildings. Experience with Multi-Family and Office/Life Science a plus. oAbility to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents, including geotechnical and environmental reports, construction plans, engineering/architectural drawings, and venture documents oKnowledge and understanding of construction practices/techniques, Title III of ADA, contract laws, project controls and building support systems or any similar combination of education and experience oLEED accreditation with current educational requirements preferred **•** **Entrepreneurial Spirit:** oSelf-motivated attitude and mentality oAction-oriented, productive, decisive, inspirational, innovative, and self-sacrificing oAbility to embrace change, critical questioning, and continuous improvement **•** **Project Management Skills:** oAbility to support multiple smaller projects or one complex development project oAbility to work with multiple stakeholders to create achievable project schedules, track milestone dates, and meet project deadlines oAbility to manage multiple consultants and synthesize information and report out status and key decision points to senior members **•** **Problem Solving Skills:** oAbility to deal with a variety of decision-making situations in complex situations. oAbility to quickly recognize problems and seek out associated team members to quickly resolve outstanding issues oDraws on the analysis of others and makes recommendations that directly impact the company **•** **Communication Skills:** oExcellent written and verbal communication skills oStrong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to clients and team members oAbility to effectively present information and influence audiences and outcomes oAbility to effectively negotiate with contractors and municipal officials **•** **Technology Proficiency:** oRequires proficient knowledge of scheduling software such as Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office Suite **Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. **Candidate Accommodations:** CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada). **NOTE:** Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter. Trammell Crow When you’re a part of Trammell Crow Company, a global commercial real estate development company, you’re a part of a team that brings local ingenuity and global vision to everything we build. From Labs in Boston to Logistics in Prague to homes in Houston, we transform spaces into places, changing the way people and places connect. With the spirit of entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration at our core, our people are committed to upholding our RISE (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence) Values. This drives our mission for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace so business and communities thrive. Trammell Crow Company’s performance is fueled by our most powerful asset—our people. Comprised of teams possessing passion, innovation, and a visible culture of excellence, we welcome talent with diverse backgrounds and experiences across industries to apply for open positions. Find out more (https://www.trammellcrow.com/) CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)