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We are in search of a highly motivated Property Development Manager to join our team.

The Property Development Manager will lead the planning, development, and management of commercial and industrial properties throughout the Northern Panhandle of West Virginia. This role is responsible for overseeing property development initiatives from concept through completion, including project planning, construction administration, capital improvements, permitting, and stakeholder coordination.

The ideal candidate is an organized project manager with experience in real estate development, construction, economic development, or infrastructure projects who enjoys collaborating with public agencies, private developers, consultants, contractors, and community partners to drive regional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement long-term property development and capital improvement plans for organization-owned and managed properties.
• Identify opportunities to enhance and maximize the value of existing properties while supporting future economic development initiatives.
• Coordinate market analyses, feasibility studies, environmental assessments, and other planning activities through federal, state, local, and private resources.
• Manage development projects from planning through construction, including oversight of engineering, architectural, environmental, and construction activities.
• Coordinate with consultants, engineers, architects, contractors, utility providers, and government agencies to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.
• Obtain and maintain all necessary federal, state, and local permits, approvals, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Prepare project budgets, monitor expenditures, and oversee projects funded through grants, loans, and other public or private funding sources.
• Develop procurement documents and manage the selection of consultants and contractors in accordance with applicable procurement regulations and organizational policies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with property owners, developers, tenants, government agencies, and community stakeholders to encourage investment throughout the region.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for tenants and prospective tenants regarding property maintenance, lease negotiations, and development opportunities.
• Provide regular project updates and maintain communication with development partners, funding agencies, and organizational leadership.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, contracts, schedules, and compliance records.
• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive organizational information while conducting business with professionalism and integrity.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the organization's economic development mission.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Urban Planning, Real Estate, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Economic Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management, property development, construction management, commercial real estate, economic development, or a related field.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously while balancing competing priorities.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the region as needed.

Preferred:

• Experience working with public infrastructure, industrial parks, commercial real estate, or economic development organizations.
• Knowledge of federal and state grant programs and public funding sources.
• Experience managing public procurement processes and contractor selection.
• Familiarity with permitting, zoning, environmental regulations, and land development processes.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of commercial development, construction practices, and property management principles.
• Strong financial and budgeting skills, including project cost tracking and capital planning.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to build productive relationships with public officials, developers, business leaders, consultants, and community stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, construction documents, engineering plans, and project specifications.
• Ability to work independently while effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines.