Development Manager Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Senior Housing Partners (the real estate development company of Presbyterian Homes & Services) is seeking a Senior Development Manager to join its team.

The Senior Development Manager takes a lead role in shepherding a new project or redevelopment through all phases of development. This position will lead three to five development projects in various stages of development, while seeking out and sourcing new development opportunities. The Senior Development Manager is responsible for achieving project tasks related to property acquisition, pro forma financial analysis, project debt and equity financing, loan closings and project planning and construction. 

REPORTING STRUCTURE
The Senior Development Manager reports to the Director of Development.

The Senior Development Manager is responsible for managing various data bases, spread sheets and reports related to project budgets and schedules, project financing, construction administration and property lease-up. The Senior Development Manager assists the Director of Development in analyzing project financial feasibility, closing the project debt and equity financing, working closely with the community in neighborhood development planning, preparing internal and external reports and soliciting consultant and contractor services. The Senior Development Manager is responsible for coordinating the preparation of requests for proposals, contracts, and other documents.

Key Responsibilities included but are not limited to:

• Manage day-to-day tasks of all assigned development projects and pipeline activities. Ensure a high-quality project and establish a high performing team through conducting the project concept development. Coordinate and select professionals including architects, engineers, general contractors, financing underwriters, and others necessary to advance the project.
• Perform pro forma financial analysis of properties for development, acquisition, and redevelopment.
• Prepare pro forma development budgets and property operating budgets under the direction of the Director of Development, in coordination with other internal stakeholders.
• Work with team members to prepare responses to requests for proposals and solicitations for bids by coordinating the proposal response and preparing the proposal materials.
• Perform site visits of potential property acquisitions and assists Director of Development in market analysis and preparation and review of due diligence reports. Help guarantee desired sites by assisting with the site acquisition process. Work with the professional staff to present plans to approve jurisdictions (city, county, watershed district, etc.) to obtain project/ land entitlements.
• Solicit consultant and contractor services for due diligence, design and construction services, review and evaluate the responses and obtain the services.
• Assist with the preparation of debt and equity financing applications for each of the projects.
• Support the team in closing the financing and manage the closing checklist.
• Contribute to project efficiency by directing site planning. Serve as the owner representative through the construction process including attending construction meetings, evaluating proposed project change orders, coordination of monthly draws, and completing post-construction punch list and warranty work.
• Lead the construction administration process by coordinating the flow and filing of construction documents.
• Analyze progress against project schedule and modify schedule as needed.
• Coordinate with internal marketing & sales colleagues to provide deliverables as needed to market the project. 
• Prepare internal and external reports on each project as required.

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in related field (real estate, urban planning, architecture, business or finance) preferred.
• 5-9 years of experience in development or senior housing, assisted living, care center, or related field and/or meets required competency targets.
• Demonstrated knowledge of senior living real estate development, building codes, regulatory requirements, and functional and operational requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of real estate development, finance, design, and management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of due diligence and financial underwriting.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required; proficiency with MS Project is preferred.
• Experience with financial analysis using Excel or similar spreadsheet program is required; experience with GIS software is a plus.
• Must have strong writing and editing skills and experience in conducting research and analysis.
• Must have flexibility, personal integrity, and ability to work effectively with co-workers, site operating staff, and various other professionals.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to direct a team of professionals.
• Must have flexibility, personal integrity, and ability to work and communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Must be a team player, willing to take directions and accept responsibility for meeting specified objectives.
• Must have excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work within specific timelines and travel up to 25% of the time.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.
• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS’ mission and operating philosophies.

Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:

• Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
• Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
• Life insurance (AD&D)
• Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
• Holiday pay and extended sick

Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:

• Vision insurance
• Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
• Accident & hospitalization coverage
• Education assistance programs

All employees:

• Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
• Same-day pay
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• College partnership educational discounts
• Access to Learn to Live Resources

Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care and services options for older adults. Some 8,000 employees serve more than 41,800 older adults through 60 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage® home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500 older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living and the overall well-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.

PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.