Job Description

Continental Properties is looking for a Development Professional to join our Development team at our home office in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.

You will work with members of a cross-functional team to facilitate several activities associated with the entitlements and permitting of new multifamily real estate development communities. You will obtain/review due diligence materials, participate in negotiations directly with municipalities, and work with several external partners as you work through multiple developments in different stages of the project lifecycle. You will report to the Sr. Development Director.

We are embracing a hybrid working environment and you can work both in the office and from home but will need to be available to work out of the home office 3 days per week. #LI-Hybrid (relocation assistance provided)

Essential Responsibilities:

Complete all due diligence required to move a project from development into construction
Obtain all municipal entitlements – zoning, site plan, development plan approvals and permits
Prepare and manage project budgets and schedules, work within the project proforma
Work directly with local officials, community partners, landowners, and legal representatives to coordinate all issues and bring projects to a successful completion
Work as an important member of an internal development team that includes staff from several other disciplines – legal, accounting, finance, construction, and property management, among others

Skills for Success:

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Planning, Civil Engineering, Business or related field required
At least two plus years of related experience and an understanding of entitlement and due diligence process required
Knowledge of zoning codes, municipal processes and real estate terminology necessary
Understanding of environmental issues including wetlands and floodplains others

What Sets Us Apart:

Continental Properties is a great place to work, as evidenced by our consecutive Top Workplace awards. Here are some of the reasons that our team members vote for us as a Top Workplace:

A company culture that encourages innovation and empowers team members to act as leaders by providing the opportunities, training, and tools essential to achieving a successful and meaningful career
Industry-leading compensation and benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision Plan options, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement, 401(k) with company match and company provided life and disability insurance
An excellent work environment with potential for long-term growth in the industry, paid professional memberships and professional activities (conferences and workshops) and a tuition and certification reimbursement program
Paid holidays and lucrative vacation time; half days on Fridays during designated months
Participation in our Building Above and Beyond (BAAB) incentive program that rewards team members based on the success of the company as measured against clearly defined goals
For team members who are interested, informal offsite gatherings and company sponsored lunches on a monthly basis
6-weeks paid parental leave with family-forming & fertility benefits (up to 12-weeks for birth mothers)
On-demand mental health support and an employee assistance program
You Belong Here Committee focused on promoting and inclusive and equitable work environment

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all applicable state and local fair employment practices laws, and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.

For the benefit of our residents, the communities we serve, and our co-workers, all applicants are required to pass a post-offer criminal background check prior to joining the Continental team.

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