Assistant To Director Of Development Jobs in California

About Us:

Novin Development is a leading affordable and mixed-income housing developer committed to creating quality, sustainable homes across the greater Bay Area. We are passionate about social responsibility, environmental sustainability, and increasing access to affordable housing for diverse income groups. From ground-up development to rehabilitation, our projects are thoughtfully designed to blend aesthetics, functionality, and community integration. We're looking for a confident, entrepreneurial, and self-motivated Director of Development to join our team.  The role demands drive, flexibility, and a proactive attitude to successfully manage acquisitions, construction, budgets, and schedules - all while elevating projects to the highest standards of customer satisfaction. If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a tangible impact in the affordable housing sector while working in a collaborative, dynamic environment, we want you to join our team.

At Novin Development, we foster a close-knit team of thoughtful leaders, where all ideas are valued.  We approach our work with the agility and energy of a start-up, backed by a strong value system. From the first shovel in the ground to the opening of our projects, our ultimate goal is to provide homes to those in need in the most innovative and efficient way possible.  If you have a passion for leadership, a commitment to sustainable housing development, and a focus on client satisfaction, we would love for you to join our award-winning team. 

This is a hybrid position with three days in the office (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) in Walnut Creek, CA.

Job Overview:

As the Director of Development at NDC, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of development projects from acquisition to completion. You will work closely with the executive team to drive the company's strategic vision and ensure the successful execution of projects. This role requires a strong leader with exceptional project management skills and a proven track record of delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage development projects from inception to completion.
• Develop and implement project strategies to meet company goals and objectives.
• Manage acquisition processes, including due diligence, financial analysis, and negotiations.
• Oversee construction activities, including scheduling, budgeting, and quality control.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in development processes.
• Cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and vendors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in real estate development, with a focus on commercial or residential projects.
• Proven track record of successfully managing development projects from start to finish.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Hybrid Schedule
• 80 hours of vacation pay (Increased through years of service)
• 40 hours of sick pay
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Discretionary Bonus
• Health Insurance - Kaiser or Blue Anthem (your choice). 
• Dental and Vision insurance
• $1,500 yearly Educational Stipend
• 401k Plan - 100% match up to 4% of base salary vested after 2 years.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks are performed when circumstances change.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Novin Development is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, including those with disabilities, veterans, and individuals from underrepresented communities.