Development Associate

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Continental Properties (https://www.cproperties.com/who-we-are/our-story)is looking for a Development Associate to join our Development team at our home office in Menomonee Falls, WI.

You will support the Development team members across due diligence, entitlement, and permitting efforts while also building foundational real estate and project management experience along the way, with hands-on training provided. You will be essential in supporting the Development team’s success through strong organization, responsiveness, and a drive to learn, with exposure to multiple teams and markets along the way.

We are embracing a hybrid working environment and you can work a combination of in the office and remote. #LI-Hybrid

Essential Responsibilities:

• Support due diligence efforts by coordinating consultant reports (survey, Phase I, wetlands, traffic), reviewing findings, and monitoring project budgets and invoices.
• Assist in preparing entitlement submittals and presentations, including project narratives, PowerPoints, code research, and coordination with consultants and municipalities.
• Coordinate neighborhood meetings and support permit review/approval submittals, including managing review comments and required applications.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, meeting agendas and minutes, and documentation to keep projects on track under the direction of the project lead.
• Support post-closing and closeout activities, including gathering diligence, approvals, and permits, and coordinating as-built surveys and FEMA follow-up.

Skills for Success:

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Real Estate, Landscape Architecture, or Urban Planning required.
• 0-1 year of experience; foundational understanding of (or eagerness to learn) the entitlement and due diligence process.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and responsiveness to support multiple projects and teams across various markets.
• Eagerness to learn and grow technical real estate development and project management skills under the mentorship of a Development Director.

Why You'll Love Life at Continental:

Our award-winning culture fosters innovation and empowers our team members to lead. Here are some of the reasons that our team members continue to vote for us as a Top Workplace:

• Career Growth: You'll have the tools, training, and opportunities for a meaningful career with long-term growth potential. We invest in your learning & development with paid professional memberships, certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
• Mental Health & Wellness: Your well-being matters. We provide comprehensive mental health support including but not limited to 8-free counseling sessions per year and access to additional wellness resources.
• Balance: We recognize that balance varies for everyone, and we support our team members with that in mind. Recharge with generous vacation time, 9-paid holidays, and half-days on Fridays during designated months.
• Community & Connection: Build relationships through informal gatherings, lunches, community and company events, volunteer opportunities, and a vibrant social culture. Learn more about recent Continental events here (https://www.cproperties.com/news/topic/you-belong-here)!
• Culture of Belonging: The Continental IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Allies) is our commitment to evolving our culture where team members feel a sense of belongingness each day. Our You Belong Here Initiative and Business Resource Groups focus on fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment for all.
• Performance Incentives: Participate in our Building Above and Beyond (BAAB) incentive program that rewards team members annually based on company goals and achievements.
• Industry-Leading Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with company match, and company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Family Support: Support your growing family with 6-weeks paid parental leave and with family-forming & fertility resources (up to 12-weeks leave for birth mothers).
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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.

We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The posted salary range represents our good faith estimate of the base salary for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation is based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. This range does not include bonus potential or other forms of compensation and benefits.

Salary Range: $66,000- $82,000 Annually

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