While other companies just build places to live, at HHHunt we build a better way of life. Founded by Harry H. Hunt III in 1966, HHHunt is a recognized leader in real estate development throughout Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland and South Carolina. It's the people of HHHunt who set us apart and make a positive impact every day. Working for HHHunt means being part of a community and striving to provide the best in all that we do, speaking boldly about new ideas for innovation, and inspiring creativity in the ways we work together. It is HHHunt’s mission to improve the world and how people live by creating meaningful experiences and places of great distinction. We are looking for a genuine, motivated, and driven Director of Development – Multifamily to join our team.

WHO YOU ARE

• A Strong Communicator. You have clear and effective communication skills, written and verbal, which helps you to build relationships across the organization, and externally in the community.
• Analytical and Creative. You like thinking outside the box to create solutions to new challenges.
• Organized and Collaborative. You are flexible, composed, and able to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously while confidently interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Motivated. You go the extra mile to achieve your personal and professional goals.
• A Driven and Solution-Oriented Team Player. You are united with teammates and follow through on commitments.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As the Director of Development (Multifamily), you will work independently yet collaboratively with many internal teams to develop Market Rate apartment communities. You will oversee the initial feasibility and zoning efforts, direct and manage the site and building design, and then support Properties Construction and Apartment Living Operations until final lease up.

• Collaborate with internal teams to confirm the project concept and design that is consistent with the identified brand including initial land plan, building, amenity, and apartment home designs
• Collaborate with Properties Construction for estimated construction costs and with Apartment Living Operations on product programming to remain within budget and estimated operating costs
• Validate information from land acquisition and market comp analyses for projects
• Validate the inputs on the initial proforma for each new project; once a project is approved for final design, work with Finance to update proforma
• Coordinate project budget Estimates with VP of Properties Construction and prepare all project related information to support the finance loan efforts
• Lead design efforts to achieve permits and site plan approvals
• Confirm choices of feasibility consultants
• Negotiate and execute power, phone, cable service agreements and manage the design for these services
• Coordinate transfer of responsibilities of plans and approvals from development to construction and ensure design meets the requirements of the local municipality and operational/marketing objectives for the new project as well as compliance with Fair Housing and accessibility requirements
• Maintain solid relationships with all internal teams including land acquisition, operations, construction and finance and accounting
• Prepare and present reports for Final Design and Final Land Closing IRC reports
• Assist as needed with Properties Construction for Construction IRC reports
• Oversee, manage, prepare, and update comprehensive project schedule and budget until transfer to Properties Construction
• Review and approve invoices for project as necessary
• Manage design changes from original concepts and securing all approvals to meet development objectives until transfer to Properties Construction
• Negotiate land use agreements with adjoining property owners
• Review current operations and processes to incorporate continued improvements in future communities

REQUIREMENTS

• Four-year degree in business, real estate, construction, planning, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the real estate or construction industry with 5 years of experience in multi-family development
• Collaborative, highly organized, and analytical with a strong work ethic that can perform multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Self-directed, adapts to changing priorities and can successfully perform to the desired level working independently as well as with a team
• Computer experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project; experience with GIS research, Procore, LandVision, Zonda, Yardi and CoStar a plus
• Demonstrated experience in planning, zoning, and approvals specific to multifamily development
• Experience directing design consultants to produce construction plans and specifications
• Working knowledge of Fair Housing, ADA, ANSI
• Experience with HUD loan processing a plus; must have experience working with lenders and submitting necessary documents for the processing of loans
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license

REWARDS

We recognize everyone has different needs outside of work. As a progressive organization meeting the needs of a diverse workforce, we not only provide the standard competitive benefits package, we offer flexible work schedules, adoption benefits, HHHunt property rental assistance, home purchase discounts and education assistance-to name just a few.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity to join a great organization, visit www.hhhunt.com and discover for yourself why we believe, it’s how you live that matters.

HHHunt is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Experience

• 5 year(s): Minimum of 5 years of experience in multi-family development

Education

• Bachelors or better in Construction Management or related field

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver's License

Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization