Pre-Construction Design & Development Manager Brooklyn, NY | Full Time | On-Site $150,000–$180,000 Company Overview We are a vertically integrated real estate development firm focused on building and operating iconic, Class A mixed-use and residential properties across Florida. Our team moves fast, operates with ownership, and executes at a high level. We value clarity, momentum, and results. Every team member is expected to take initiative and drive outcomes. If you are energized by large-scale luxury development and want to help shape landmark projects from concept through construction, this is an opportunity to operate at a high level with meaningful ownership exposure. Position Overview We are hiring a Pre-Construction Design & Development Manager to lead and own the design and early development phase of major projects. This role sits at the center of vision and execution — translating ownership’s strategy into coordinated, build-ready plans. You will manage architects, engineers, consultants, early budgeting, value engineering, bidding, permitting coordination, and all pre-construction documentation — ensuring a seamless and professional handoff to the construction team. Florida development experience is a strong plus, particularly familiarity with permitting, consultants, and regulatory environments in that market. Key Responsibilities Design & Consultant Coordination • Lead architects, engineers, and design consultants through early project phases • Ensure drawings and plans align with ownership vision and financial objectives • Review and interpret architectural and engineering documents • Drive design development milestones and approvals Pre-Construction Management • Oversee early-stage estimating, budgeting, and value engineering • Manage bidding processes and contractor coordination • Establish project timelines and maintain schedule discipline • Coordinate permits and regulatory requirements (Florida experience a plus) Project Controls & Documentation • Maintain clean documentation, contracts, and consultant agreements • Set up insurance, compliance, and pre-construction requirements • Track communication logs, decisions, and change documentation • Prepare projects for clean transition into construction phase Ownership & Accountability • Run development meetings and enforce follow-ups • Hold consultants and stakeholders accountable to deadlines • Anticipate bottlenecks before they impact schedule or budget • Maintain a structured, professional execution environment Qualifications • 3–5+ years in high-end real estate development, design management, or pre-construction • Strong ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering plans • Experience coordinating external AEC teams and consultants • Exposure to large-scale, luxury residential or mixed-use projects • Florida market experience strongly preferred • Strong budgeting and early estimating exposure • Polished communicator, confident running meetings and driving follow-up Must-Haves • Direct experience managing pre-construction or design coordination • Proven ability to organize stakeholders and manage timelines • Strong plan-reading and documentation skills • Structured, calm execution under pressure • Full-time in-office presence in Brooklyn What Success Looks Like • Design phases stay on schedule and on budget • Consultants operate with clarity and accountability • Bidding and early budgets align with ownership expectations • Permitting and documentation are organized and professional • Construction team receives a clean, well-prepared handoff Why Join • Competitive compensation with performance upside • High-visibility role with direct ownership interaction • Opportunity to shape major Florida developments from inception • Fast-moving, execution-focused environment • Long-term growth opportunity within a scaling development firm If you are a disciplined, execution-driven development professional who thrives in the early stages of complex projects — we want to speak with you. Email Resume: Joel@maiplacement.com Apply Online: https://jobs.crelate.com/portal/maiplacement/job/q993c6w4j16qhu1gozcwwuyxxe?crt=1771948579023 Refer a friend, get up to $1000!