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How much do sr development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr development manager in the United States is $144,944.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $112,500.00 and $172,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Sr Development Manager?

Sr Development Managers are senior-level professionals responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of software or product development projects. They lead teams of developers and collaborate with cross-functional departments to ensure projects meet organizational goals, timelines, and quality standards. Their duties often include resource allocation, performance management, strategic planning, and the implementation of best practices to drive innovation and efficiency. Additionally, Sr Development Managers play a key role in mentoring team members and acting as a bridge between technical teams and upper management.

How does a Sr Development Manager balance strategic planning with day-to-day team management?

A Sr Development Manager typically allocates time between long-term strategic initiatives—such as roadmap planning, stakeholder alignment, and resource allocation—and daily operational responsibilities, including mentoring team members, overseeing project delivery, and resolving technical or interpersonal challenges. Effective Sr Development Managers use regular check-ins, agile methodologies, and collaborative tools to ensure projects stay on track while also fostering a positive team culture. This dual focus enables them to support both the immediate needs of their teams and the broader goals of the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sr Development Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sr Development Manager, you need extensive experience in software development, project management, and team leadership, usually supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with agile methodologies, version control systems like Git, and project management tools such as JIRA or Trello is typically required. Strong communication, strategic thinking, and conflict resolution skills help foster collaboration and motivate teams. These abilities are essential for successfully delivering complex projects, driving innovation, and ensuring team productivity and satisfaction.
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Job description

Job Title

Sr. Development Manager

Job Description Summary

Responsible for developing, executing, and directing the overall strategic objectives involved in the development and acquisition of land to include feasibility analysis, establishing scope and developmental schedules, and leadership for all activities related to the client's real estate development projects from inception and architectural design through municipal approvals and zoning throughout the region.

Job Description

Create tailored development schedules for a land lease / acquisition based on zoning status, conditional use permits, platting and required third party approvals to pursue speed to construction start for a given project

Manage and lead a team of architects, civil, structural, electrical engineers & more to confirm the economic and zoning viability of a land site

Lead and present at local staff, design review boards, planning commission and city council meetings to represent the clients and pursue zoning and site plan approval

Manage the launch and receipt of all given surveys to qualify a land site ranging from Title Reports, ALTA Survey, Geotechnical reports, Environmental reports, Sign Surveys and more depending upon the site

Play critical leadership, coordination, and communication role with all stakeholders including the client, architects, civil, structural, electrical and mechanical engineers, sign vendors and more

Manage program and project efforts for new store developments, store relocation, and multi-state program roll-outs

Assist during the initial leasing / purchase agreement feasibility phase by: reviewing all surveys and providing cost and zoning analysis back to Real Estate for review and consideration

Pursue all approvals from County, City, State & more to prepare a land site for Lease Commencement or Closing and communicate with the client and all stakeholders each step of the way

Meet established development timelines by: reviewing master project schedules for assigned projects, ensuring Architects & Civil Engineers are provided with accurate and timely information, verifying material procurement and delivery are synchronized with schedules, regularly monitoring progress of all projects, visiting sites, and requesting modified completion target dates when necessary

Provide value engineering ideas and opportunity for savings regularly through project evaluation

Complete all required documentation/paperwork and provide timely and accurate project status reporting while traveling

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related discipline, 10+ years of development management in the commercial construction industry or equivalent as an Owner's Representative, or any similar combination of education and experience

Experience in pre-construction and land development efforts ranging from site planning, grading plan reviews and utility design and review

Expertise in Feasibility / Due Diligence, Site Planning, Permitting, Site Analysis, civil design and construction, Entitlements, Land Use, Land Planning, Utility Providers and Construction

Proven experience in working with local municipalities and organizations to pursue site plan / zoning approvals for a given concept

Experience in managing restaurant, banking and/or pad site projects preferred

Certification in PMP, PE, AIA, LEED, or CMAA preferred

Proficient in preparing and tracking detailed project budgets and schedules

Proven experience leading and managing numerous facets of multiple projects simultaneously

Solid understanding of construction industry, terminology, codes, documentation, and design disciplines

Ability to read, understand, and apply construction standards and plan sets

Proficient with project management software (e.g. Microsoft Project, NIKU)

Ability to conduct weekly project meetings either onsite or via conference calls with clients, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders

Demonstrated customer/vendor relationship building experience

Excellent organizational, presentation and communication skills

Ability to travel 25-50%


Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 140,250.00 - $165,000.00Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or emailAccommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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