Senior Development Project Manager

We are hiring a Sr. Development Project Manager to own the full lifecycle of our single-family homes vertical from land acquisition through home sellout in Southern California. This person will help lead and support the SoCal developments through acquisitions, entitlements, and construction, with full P&;L accountability for each project. Reporting to the Sr. Development Manager & VP of Projects, the Development Project Manager will be part of the Development team and partner closely with Acquisitions, Engineering & Design, Manufacturing, Operations, and Finance to ensure a successful project delivery.  Partner with internal acquisitions team to review underwriting assumptions and provide execution input  Navigate zoning, permitting, and entitlement processes across target municipalities, including SB 9, SB 684, and AB 1123 pathways  Serve as a point of contact with city officials, utilities, and community stakeholders for regulatory plan checks and ensure compliance with permitting requirements and project conditions through development approvals  Track project schedules, risks, and key milestones to ensure alignment with business plans  Support contract negotiations (RFP’s) and consultant agreements  Contribute to all DRE requirements, including creation of HOA documents and budgets  Lead day-to-day development management of assigned projects from due diligence through construction  Manage and coordinate third-party consultants, including architects, engineers, and other design professionals  Oversee entitlement processes, design development, and project budgeting through project close out.  Prepare and submit pay applications, Requests for Information, Purchase Orders, Submittals, Change Orders, Claims.  Coordinate with construction team on 3 weeks lookouts for construction schedules, critical RFI’s, and critical path roadblocks  Coordinate and lead Preconstruction on cost, schedule, and constructability inputs.  P&L Ownership & Financial Accountability for Socal development projects  Ownership of project timelines and operating budgets for development projects  Present monthly performance to leadership. Qualifications Required  8 - 10 years in real estate, planning, engineering, residential development, or homebuilding.  Background in architecture, planning, engineering, or related discipline preferred  Deep experience with California entitlement and permitting processes, including SB684, SB1123 and other by-right pathways  Proficiency in the skill sets of project management is required  Ability to read, edit, and QA/QC engineering and architectural plans  Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and consultants independently  Strong understanding of entitlement, design, and pre-construction processes throughout Southern California  Familiarity with development underwriting and pro forma review  Knowledge of local zoning regulations, building codes, and permitting requirements in the Los Angeles area is required. Preferred  Experience working within a vertically integrated builder or manufacturer (design through construction through sale)  Familiarity with modular or prefabricated construction methods  Five plus years of experience in discretionary entitlements in the City of Los Angeles with Tentative and Final Maps  MBA or MSRE/MRED strongly preferred Salary range: depending on experience and performance- based bonuses Equity: Early stage employee equity Benefits: Comprehensive package including generous time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k). We’re focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Samara provides equal employment opportunities to everyone, regardless of age, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Own the full lifecycle of single-family home developments in Southern California from land acquisition through sellout. Manage P&L, project timelines, and coordinate with internal teams and third-party consultants to ensure successful delivery.

Requires 8-10 years of experience in real estate or residential development with deep knowledge of California entitlement and permitting processes. A background in architecture or engineering is preferred, along with proficiency in project management and local zoning codes.

• Generous Time Off • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • 401(k) • Equity

• Gestion de projetSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Project Management
• Land Acquisition
• Entitlements
• P&L Management
• Zoning Regulations
• Permitting
• Budgeting
• Contract Negotiation
• Pre-construction
• Due Diligence
• Regulatory Compliance
• Stakeholder Management
• Engineering Plan Review
• Architectural Plan Review
• Underwriting
• Pro Forma Review

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Sales
• Manufacturing

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine