Philadelphia, PA, US
29 days ago
Development Manager - Student Housing
Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Development Manager - Student Housing Job Locations US-PA-Philadelphia | US-RI-Providence Requisition ID 2025-10721 Category Real Estate Development Overview

Great opportunity within a fast-growing business platform at a well-established development company!  Gilbane Development Company is seeking an experienced professional to expand our national student housing platform.  The ideal candidate will possess a thorough understanding of student housing development, including overall deal structuring, land planning, entitlement process, finance, design and construction.

Responsibilities Assist with execution of current development pipeline with properties in various stagesOversee Analysts & Associates project feasibility studies (Market research, underwriting, investment thesis) and financial closing.Lead stakeholders through Design, Construction Cost exercises, and Value EngineeringProject Management Lead through due diligence, entitlement & permitting, scheduling, and managing the critical pathConsult with Legal & Finance partners for completing the LOI/PSA, Operating Agreements, Consultant Contracts, and Construction ContractsSourcing new development opportunities within student housingDay-to-day liaison with design/construction team, clients, and stakeholders.Communication should convey urgency balanced with positive motivation and teamworkMaintain scope and cost while meeting schedule and quality goalsOversee cost management reportingProvide regular updates on project status to senior management and JV partnersUphold and represent Gilbane’s core values and reputation

 

 

Qualifications

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree. Master’s degree preferred, in real estate development related field (i.e., engineering, architecture, construction, real estate, finance, law, economics)8+ years' experience in real estate development with at least 3+ years in student housing developmentProficient in underwriting student housing development opportunitiesEstablished record of success as a project leader, having completed at least six substantial development projects ranging from $50-$100mm+ million in value, including significant experience with student housingDemonstrated experience at the management level—proven managerial skills, ability to mentor and develop staff and foster teamwork and collaborative problem solvingCollaborative and respectful approach to working style with stakeholders, colleagues, consultants and third-party trade partnersSelf-starter with the ability to manage three to four overlapping projects efficiently in a fast-paced environmentExcellent business development skills and experience in marketing, generating business and maintaining credibility in the communityAttention to detail and ability to execute at a high levelHigh degree of organizational skills and problem-solving abilityAbility to prioritize/execute to achieve desired company and project goals with prudence and sense of urgencyExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenStrong relevant computer skillsMaintain memberships and participate in organizations and events

 

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.    


For Providence, RI this ranges from $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.
For Philadelphia, PA this ranges from $125,000.00 - $170,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

 

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly. 

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