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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Development Manager - **Company:** ProLogis - **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $123,000.0 - $169,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** AutoCAD, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Literacy, Google Earth, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Value Engineering, Bluebeam - **Published:** September 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://prologis.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Prologis_External_Careers/job/Seattle-Washington/Development-Manager_R6748 ## About the Role * 5+ years' experience in a similar role working in the field of civil engineering, architecture, or construction management. * Experience in industrial development, land municipal approvals, development entitlements, design management, permitting and construction. * Computer proficiency: Bluebeam, MS Project, Google Earth, ACAD viewer (in addition to general Microsoft tools). * Ability to travel up to 20% of the time. * Proactive in approaching solutions and problem solving. * Resilient with a strong continuous-improvement mindset. * Possess the ability to thrive in a rapidly changing and challenging environment. * Promote a positive, can-do attitude with a real focus on customer satisfaction, efficiency, and production. * Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task and continually re-prioritize with minimal direction. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred: * Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or Architecture * Project management experience with a general contractor * Demonstrates willingness and capability to leverage emerging technology, automation, and AI tools to improve efficiency, quality, and speed. Exercises sound judgment, creative thinking, and accountability for outcomes. ## Description Prologis is seeking a Development Manager for our Seattle, Portland and Denver markets. This position is responsible for managing development activities for land and building developments including entitlements, design and construction of ground-up industrial/logistics facilities in those markets. The position requires a high degree of communication, energy, enthusiasm, technical competence, and professionalism. The position is preferred to reside in our Seattle-Georgetown office and interact daily with Prologis development, deployment and leasing teams. The position reports to the VP - Development Officer., * Lead a team of consultants and contractors to obtain the regional capital deployment goals and objectives. * Develop, tender and manage a variety of sizes of projects ranging from $1,000,000 to $50,000,000+ in development cost. * Coordinate and monitor every facet of the development process, including: + Partnering with stakeholders in evaluating land and building acquisitions. + Hiring and managing design professionals, consultants and general contractors. + Scheduling, budgeting and planning real estate development projects. + Leading / assisting project AHJ approval processes from acquisition through completion. + Providing conceptual and pre-construction estimating for all aspects of development. + Conducting on-site inspections of safety, quality and progress. + Executing project closeout and handoff to operations. + Effectively communicating relevant information regarding project status to stakeholders. * Assist with responses to build-to-suit or leasing RFP's by establishing site plans and floor plans, proposed specifications, construction budgets, and schedules. * Establish, plan, and participate in regularly scheduled development meetings to communicate the company's expectations and oversee the timely completion of work. * Ensure customer satisfaction and exceed customer's expectations on each project. * Monitor trends in the local construction market including pricing of materials and labor. * Research new design/construction alternatives, and value engineering opportunities that will drive innovation in Prologis' developments without compromising functionality or life cycle costs. * Accountability for ongoing innovation and initiatives. * Driving impact using lean construction techniques, GC bid negotiations and design optimization initiatives. * Develop and strengthen industry relationships with local jurisdictions, utility providers, general contractors and design consultants. ## Related Videos - [WebAssembly Revolution: Elevating JavaScript's Reach and Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1149-webassembly-revolution-elevating-javascript-s-reach-and-performance) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Successful talent development: A joint journey of executives and talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1002-successful-talent-development-a-joint-journey-of-executives-and-talents) - [The user in the eye of the Cargo1492 storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/96-the-user-in-the-eye-of-the-cargo1492-storm) ## Related Articles - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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