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Director Of Project Development

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Job Description - Director Of Project Development

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 8 years

Location: Lincoln Nebraska

JobType full-time

We are seeking an accomplished and growth-driven Director of Project Development to lead commercial project delivery, strategic growth initiatives, and stakeholder engagement across multiple development cycles. This role demands a highly experienced professional with deep insight into commercial construction, project management, and business development, capable of driving end-to-end project execution while building strong partnerships and revenue pipelines. The ideal candidate brings proven leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to navigate complex construction environments ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Project Strategy & Development

  • Lead the full project development lifecycle from concept, feasibility, planning, budgeting, scheduling, and design coordination through execution and completion.
  • Drive development planning for new commercial construction opportunities including site assessments, zoning & regulatory compliance, and feasibility studies.
  • Conduct risk analysis and value engineering to optimize design solutions and cost efficiency while maintaining compliance and quality standards.
  • Collaborate with architects, consultants, engineering teams, and contractors to refine project vision, scope, and deliverables.

Project Management Excellence

  • Oversee multiple large-scale commercial construction projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and performance metrics.
  • Implement and monitor project management frameworks, reporting dashboards, and project tracking systems to enable proactive decision-making.
  • Lead contract negotiation, bidding, procurement strategies, and vendor evaluations to secure high-value outcomes and resource alignment.
  • Monitor site progress, safety compliance, change orders, material logistics, and quality assurance to ensure flawless execution and timely delivery.

Business Development & Client Engagement

  • Identify and evaluate new commercial development opportunities and partnerships aligned with long-term business strategy.
  • Develop competitive proposals, feasibility reports, and presentations for internal stakeholders, investors, and external clients.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with developers, real estate partners, government agencies, and corporate clients.
  • Lead market research, competitor analysis, and growth planning to strengthen revenue pipelines and expand regional footprint.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Provide strategic direction, mentorship, and performance oversight to project development and project management teams.
  • Create a collaborative, high-performance culture emphasizing accountability, communication, and operational excellence.
  • Partner with Finance, Legal, Sales, and Operations teams for financial modelling, capital budgeting, approvals, and compliance.
  • Champion process improvements, digital tools, and best practices that drive scalability, efficiency, and profitability.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management/Architecture; Master’s degree preferred (MBA or related).
  • 8–12 years of proven experience in commercial construction project development and management.
  • Strong command over project planning, scheduling tools, risk management, and financial modelling.
  • Demonstrated track record of winning and executing large-scale commercial projects.
  • Outstanding negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive organizational alignment under dynamic timelines.
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