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Development Manager

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$115k–$140k/yr

Senior

GO BEYOND THE IVY Our business is a team sport built on creating and delivering memorable experiences around Cubs baseball and other live events. Chicago Cubs | Marquee 360 | Marquee Development | Marquee Ventures Each b…

Skills: Architectural Design, Urban Planning, Construction Management, Real Estate Finance, Project Management

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Development Manager

Marquee Development

Chicago, Illinois, United States • On-site

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  • $115k–$140k/yr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
  • On-site Parking, Transit Benefits, Paid Time Off, Personal Time, Sick Time, Vacation Time
  • Posted 34d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Coordinate external design activities and manage construction schedules and budgets for mixed-use sports and entertainment developments. Act as a liaison between architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure project execution and delivery.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least five years of experience in development project oversight. Candidates must possess strong knowledge of building design, construction processes, and real estate finance fundamentals.

Full job description

GO BEYOND THE IVY

Our business is a team sport built on creating and delivering memorable experiences around Cubs baseball and other live events.

Chicago Cubs | Marquee 360 | Marquee Development | Marquee Ventures

Each brand stands as unique as the teams that drive them. We welcome you to learn more about us.

JOB TITLE: Development Manager

DEPARTMENT: Development

ORGANZIATION: Marquee Development

REPORTS TO: Managing Director, Development

LOCATION: Chicago, IL

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

COMPENSATION: $115,000 - $140,000 base salary USD and eligible for discretionary bonus plan

BEING PART OF THE TEAM

Our business is a team sport that began on a field with baseballs and bats and has evolved into one of the most recognizable brands in sports and entertainment through Cubs baseball and live events. Our success is driven by our people, who work to create and inspire change in an engaging, collaborative and inclusive environment. As a team, we continue to build a culture on and off the field that delivers unforgettable experiences for one another, our fans and community. In support of that effort, we expect associates to work primarily in our office. Are you ready to be part of it?

OUR STORY

MARQUEE DEVELOPMENT is a full-service real estate firm that specializes in mixed-use sports and entertainment districts. We strategically manage every aspect of a sports-adjacent mixed-use development with a best-in-class ability to curate the experience for a team, fans and community. By bringing bring a sports-operational mindset to traditional real estate development, we focus on the critical integration of team operations and real estate to ensure the experience amplifies the brand of the district, while complementing and protecting the team brand to maximize long-term franchise value.

HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE

We are looking for an experienced and versatile Development Manager to contribute to Marquee Development’s growth and help us innovate and expand our business processes. Our ideal candidate has a strong background in architectural design, urban planning, construction, real estate finance, and/or other aspects of development. A demonstrated ability to build critical relationships with our external development partners and consultants is required. They will be expected to coordinate with external development partners and consultants to achieve critical project execution.   If you are passionate about driving results, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and love the rewarding challenge of turning concept into built reality, we want to hear from you.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

  • Coordinate and facilitate external design activities, directing architects, engineers, general contractors, and related subconsultants
  • Manage design and construction schedule and status for an assigned development, coordinating closely with ownership and other project team members to ensure critical project execution
  • Work with sub-contractors and assist in drawing and specification preparation, as well as review pricing and consultant contracts. Review working drawings.
  • Lead the development of detailed project budgets and schedules
  • Monitor and review contractors’ work as it relates to budget, schedule, and owner’s program
  • Support project executive and project manager in managing bid process and executing contracts
  • Assist owner and/or tenants in space planning, budget preparation, material selection, cost estimating, construction contracts, and cost monitoring
  • Prepare construction updates for the development group. Prepare and monitor cost estimates, budget updates, change order reports
  • Maintain and monitor the progress of punch lists
  • Control project documentation and historical data regarding construction
  • Assist in the development of project deliverables, research, and collateral
  • Work in concert with project managers to organize and monitor project status, schedule, and deliverables
  • Demonstrate commitment to stakeholder needs and on-time project delivery
  • Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels as needed
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with project stakeholders and team members
  • Complete necessary administrative tasks, such as data gathering, email, PowerPoint, and project organization

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

  • Undergraduate degree in urban planning, architecture, construction, engineering, real estate, and/or business. MBA or MRED a plus
  • Highly organized, with minimum five years of experience in oversight of development projects within architecture, urban planning, construction management, or a related field
  • Demonstrated knowledge of building design and construction processes
  • General understanding of real estate finance fundamentals including, hard and soft cost budgeting, components of revenue/leasing, return on cost, and levered/unlevered internal rate of return
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at once
  • Thorough understanding of project management tools
  • Ability to take direction and execute tasks and projects accordingly
  • Ability to thrive in a high-volume, deadline-driven work environment
  • Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to the team’s success
  • Previous success in team management and project delivery
  • Experience coaching and educating project teams to strengthen team members’ capabilities and skill sets

TOTAL REWARDS:

  • On-site parking
  • Transit benefits
  • Paid time off: Personal, Sick, Vacation Time, Office Holidays & Winter Break
  • Flexible work arrangement
  • Casual work attire environment
  • Complimentary Meal & beverage plan
  • Access to campus wide Wrigley Field events & pre-sales
  • 401K Plan Employee Contribution & Employer Match 
  • Benefit Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
  • Health & Wellness engagement & programming
  • Variety of associate special events, volunteer opportunities and partnership discounts
  • Monthly allotment for internal rewards & recognition platform
  • Complimentary access to EV charging stations

The Chicago Cubs and its related parties embrace diversity and are committed to building a team that represents all communities. We hold ourselves accountable to include new and different voices in our organization. Everyone is welcome here, and we celebrate what makes each of us unique.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT The Chicago Cubs and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.  

Response Expectations:

Due to the overwhelming number of applications we receive, we unfortunately may not be able to respond in person to each applicant. However, we can assure you that you will receive an email confirmation when you apply as well as additional email notifications whether you are selected to move forward for the position or not. Please note, we keep all resumes on file and will contact you should we wish to schedule an interview with you.

The Chicago Cubs and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics. 

Related keywords

Mixed-Use DevelopmentSports and Entertainment DistrictsReal Estate FinanceInternal Rate of ReturnHard and Soft CostsPunch ListsProject DeliverablesUrban PlanningArchitectureConstruction ManagementMarquee DevelopmentChicago CubsWrigley FieldProject Management ToolsLeasingRevenue Components

About Marquee Development

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Inspired mixed-use sports and entertainment districts and the programming to draw visitors year-round.

Industry
Real Estate
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2020
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
3,020

We’re full-service real estate developers who specialize in mixed-use sports and entertainment districts—and the visitor experiences that make them iconic. We transform spaces adjacent to stadiums or cultural venues into world-class destinations. We curate visitor journeys for a brand, its fans, and community. Integrating real estate, hospitality, and hyperlocal partnerships, we maximize the long-term value of every development we touch. We build legacies—vibrant places where people will gather from near and far for decades to come.

Offices: 1101 W Waveland Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60613, US

Real Estate DevelopmentEvent ProgrammingEvent MarketingProfessional Sports DistrictsUrban Mixed-Use Entertainment DistrictsHospitalityand Asset ManagementConstructionReal EstateCivil Engineering
View all jobs at Marquee Development

About Marquee Development

LinkedInVisit site

Inspired mixed-use sports and entertainment districts and the programming to draw visitors year-round.

Industry
Real Estate
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2020
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
3,020

We’re full-service real estate developers who specialize in mixed-use sports and entertainment districts—and the visitor experiences that make them iconic. We transform spaces adjacent to stadiums or cultural venues into world-class destinations. We curate visitor journeys for a brand, its fans, and community. Integrating real estate, hospitality, and hyperlocal partnerships, we maximize the long-term value of every development we touch. We build legacies—vibrant places where people will gather from near and far for decades to come.

Offices: 1101 W Waveland Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60613, US

Real Estate DevelopmentEvent ProgrammingEvent MarketingProfessional Sports DistrictsUrban Mixed-Use Entertainment DistrictsHospitalityand Asset ManagementConstructionReal EstateCivil Engineering
View all jobs at Marquee Development

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