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# Development Manager - Dallas, TX

- **Company:** Page Michael International Inc
- **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Project Management Software, Bluebeam
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.michaelpage.com/job-detail/development-manager-dallas-tx/ref/jn-102026-7126180

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate Development, or a related discipline.
 * Approximately 4-6 years of experience across at least two of the following areas: development, design management, construction management, owner's representation, or project delivery.
 * Experience within multifamily, residential, mixed-use, or large-scale commercial real estate development environments.
 * Strong understanding of project budgeting, forecasting, change management, construction reporting, and schedule management.
 * Experience reviewing construction draws, contractor pay applications, and lender or investor reporting requirements.
 * Proficiency with Excel, Bluebeam, Procore, and related construction technology platforms.
 * Strong technical judgement combined with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
 * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
 * Demonstrated problem-solving capability and comfort working across complex cross-functional teams.

## Description

The Operational Ownership Lead will report to the Director of Operational Ownership and act as the owner's representative throughout the construction lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with approved budgets, schedules, quality standards, and investment objectives.

 * Act as the owner's representative from Notice to Proceed through construction completion, closeout, and operational handover.
 * Provide governance and oversight of project budgets, schedules, risk management, and contractor performance.
 * Lead the review and validation of change orders, design modifications, RFIs, and construction-related decision making.
 * Manage owner-side construction administration, stakeholder communications, and cross-functional coordination.
 * Oversee construction funding draw requests, lender reporting requirements, and capital partner communications.
 * Coordinate with municipalities, regulatory agencies, utility providers, and third-party consultants to support successful project delivery.
 * Lead project closeout activities, turnover processes, warranty administration, and operational readiness initiatives.