Project Development Manager

📍 Sun City Grand Community Association – Surprise, AZ | Full-time | On-site

Sun City Grand Community Association has an exciting opportunity for a Project Development Manager. Our ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, a strategic thinker, results-driven, adaptable, and experienced in the construction and permitting process, with the ability to clearly communicate complex project information to boards, residents, consultants, and regulatory agencies. This position requires strong leadership, public speaking skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

The Project Development Manager is responsible for leading capital and improvement projects from initial concept through board approval and “ready-to-build” status. This role emphasizes front-end project development, including scope definition, feasibility analysis, stakeholder engagement, budgeting, board/resident approvals, and permitting coordination.

• Serve as Grand’s internal expert on construction methods, materials, sequencing, and best practices;
• Set and manage stakeholder expectations, both internally and externally;
• Follow Grand’s Large Project Development Process (LPDP);
• Define and document a project scope, objectives and desired outcome;
• Determine required resources, acquire them effectively, and manage them efficiently in line with Grand’s Strategic Plan and Technology Roadmap;
• Identify project risks, opportunities, and constraints early in the development of a project;
• Lead resident-comprised Large Project Team (LPT) meetings; provide training and coaching to team members as needed;
• Design a work plan that includes each LPT member and assign responsibilities based upon the project’s requirements and members’ expertise;
• Prepare a cost estimate and budget based on each project’s scope;
• Develop, issue, and review Requests for Proposals for selection of professional services providers, contractors, and vendors;
• Prepare materials for Grand’s Committee review and recommendation in advance of Grand’s Board of Directors consideration;
• Present proposed projects to Board for approval, including rationale, benefits, budget, timeline, and overall impact on community;
• Create and manage agreements with professional services providers, contractors, and vendors;
• Ensure adherence to established schedules;
• Provide monthly project updates to the Board and residents that are concise, comprehensive and easy to comprehend by those without construction and/or financial experience;
• Monitor each project’s budget from design through construction; ensure adherence to approved scope and funding;
• Create, organize, and archive project documentation;
• Perform regular assessment of projects’ development and execution to identify areas for future improvement of the LPDP;
• Proactively implement strategies to reduce potential risks associated with a project;
• Apply appropriate tools and techniques for efficient project management;
• Ensure project delivery is on time, per scope, and within the allocated budget;
• Work collaboratively with executive leadership, finance, operations, and facilities teams;
• Help establish and improve internal project development processes and standards;
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while adjusting priorities as conditions change;
• Maintain professionalism and composure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment; and
• Other duties as assigned.

• Proven experience of five+ years managing projects of similar size and type
• Bachelor’s degree – Business, Hospitality, Engineering, or another related field
• Knowledge of permit requirements and agency regulations; serve as liaison when necessary
• Knowledge of project management frameworks and best practices
• Knowledge of construction industry’s best practices, standards, market conditions, pricing, trends, and delivery methods
• Comprehensive understanding of the pre-construction phase of project development
• Demonstrated proof of strategic planning and ideation
• Proven experience in using project management tools
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and Internet applications
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $130,000 per year depending on skills and experience.