Development Project Manager Jobs

Founded in 2004, The Menkiti Group is a 100% minority-owned Certified Business Enterprise headquartered in Washington, DC, with additional offices in Worcester, Massachusetts. The Menkiti Group is an integrated real estate services company focused on a double bottom line, measuring success in terms of positive social impact and financial returns. The company was founded with the mission to transform lives, careers, and communities through real estate, and they are committed to driving neighborhood impact and engaging in communities with a long-term lens. Their focuses include urban investment, residential and commercial development, residential sales, and commercial brokerage.

The company’s approach to urban neighborhood transformation and investment is centered upon partnerships with capital investors, local developers, community stakeholders, and small business owners to create thriving urban spaces that drive sustainable neighborhood impact and produce economic growth. The enterprise is dedicated to making smart investments in neighborhoods that are often on the “other side of perception,” to directly impact community vitality. Projects range from residential renovations and the development and tenanting of main street commercial properties to large-scale, mixed-use, transit-oriented development projects.

Over the past 19 years, The Menkiti Group has invested over $360MM in emerging urban neighborhoods, worked on the development of over 3.8MM SF of real estate, and has assisted over 2,000 families in purchasing their first homes. The Menkiti Group currently has over 4.9M SF in its development pipeline including catalytic projects such as MLK Gateway, Bond Bread with Howard University, The Yards Parcels G1 and G2 in partnership with Brookfield, and St. Elizabeths Parcels 7, 8, and 9.

Job Requirements

• Ability to travel; varies but typically up to 15%, and mostly to Washington, D.C.
• A high degree of professionalism and a strong work ethic coupled with a sense of responsibility and integrity are required.
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage and supervise third-party contractors using independent judgment.
• Must have the ability to coordinate a variety of tasks simultaneously.
• Strong process management, project management, and people management skills.
• Must be able to work within a constantly changing environment.
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to influence, build relations, and present at all levels in the organization and with industry professionals.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with attention to detail.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains a high level of communication with each project team to assure all internal and external stakeholders are kept informed on the details of project activities.
• Participates in the design process with Architects, in conjunction with Civil, Structural, and MEP design.
• Manage and provide research and documentation in the delivery of project development plans.
• Present Development Plans to the Executive Vice President of Development and Senior Leadership, including the Company’s Investment Committee for approval of plans.
• Development and present for approval Development Plans including but not limited to:  Project Schedule, Project Proforma, Project Description, Market Analysis, and Construction Budget. 
• Ensures the timely delivery of multiple construction projects while effectively managing an internal team and vendors by delegating work assignments and inspiring and motivating others to perform to their fullest.
• Displays a willingness to take initiative to make decisions, exhibits excellent judgment, effectively articulates reasoning behind decisions made, and includes appropriate stakeholders in the decision-making process.
• Ensures cost-effective construction by working with the design team throughout the process to achieve a cost-efficient design and identify value engineering opportunities.
• Manages multiple projects through the permitting, licensing, and approval process.
• Responsible for timelines, schedules, and budgets for all phases of the development project cycle (predevelopment, construction, and stabilization).

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a real estate-related field – Property Valuation, Real Estate, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Economics, Business, or similar.
• Experience developing, and assuring adherence to, processes, procedures, and standards.
• Commercial real estate acumen and ability to teach others.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the areas of Development, Construction Project Management, and/or Owner’s Representation ability to manage and develop individual talent.
• Proven ability to meet both budget and schedule.
• Experience managing complex projects and competing deadlines.
• Possess a strong reputation in the industry and be viewed as an expert in the space.
• A proficiency in Microsoft Excel and some financial modeling capability.

Top candidates will be able to maintain structure in a fast-paced environment, possess the flexibility to integrate seamlessly into diverse communication flows, and have the capacity to effectively prioritize. A commitment to quality, composure under pressure, and a positive outlook are paramount.

The Menkiti Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The Menkiti Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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.