COMPANY OVERVIEW
Olsen Anderson is a founder-led real estate development and homebuilding company dedicated to shaping vibrant, design-forward communities across the Greater Seattle area. As a vertically integrated team, we specialize in infill housing that enhances connected, walkable neighborhoods and reflects a deep commitment to quality and livability.
By 2034, our goal is to deliver 2,500 homes-scaling our impact while staying rooted in the values that built our company.
WHO WE"RE LOOKING FOR
We're looking for a Development Manager who is excited to lead residential projects from concept to construction. The ideal candidate combines project management expertise with a strong design sensibility, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
This person also embodies our core values:
- Grit: We push through challenges with persistence, purpose, and creativity.
- Passion: We're deeply committed to building homes we believe in.
- Growth Mindset: We learn by doing, refining our process and raising our standard.
YOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
As Development Manager, you'll be the internal champion for each assigned project-coordinating the work of internal and external teams to bring projects to life. You will lead projects from acquisition through the start of construction, ensuring alignment with the schedule, budget, and design vision. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Lead cross-functional teams across acquisitions, design, construction, accounting, and sales to ensure projects stay on track and meet strategic goals.
- Collaborate with the acquisitions team to evaluate new opportunities, including market analysis, site planning, feasibility studies, and early-stage financial modeling.
- Direct due diligence and entitlement activities; oversee coordination with external consultants and public agencies.
- Create and maintain project schedules and manage milestone progress to minimize delays and ensure timely execution.
- Own the soft cost budget; coordinate closely with the construction team to establish and maintain hard cost budgets.
- Prepare investor and lender communications, including quarterly performance updates and project reports.
- Manage consultant agreements and ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Review and contribute to design documentation, architectural drawings, and specifications.
- Guide and approve project aesthetics-layouts, materials, colors, and renderings-ensuring alignment with our brand and design standards.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in residential real estate development, preferably in the Puget Sound region.
- Proven project management expertise across entitlements, permitting, and design.
- Fluency in financial modeling, pro forma management, and budgeting.
- Familiar with accounting principles and financing mechanisms for real estate.
- Strong working knowledge of permitting processes, construction terminology, and local market dynamics.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and project scheduling software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar).
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
At Olsen Anderson, you'll have the opportunity to directly shape Seattle's housing future-building communities that matter with a team that values transparency, creativity, and growth. We offer:
- Competitive salary: $105,000 - $135,000 DOE
- Health & dental insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Performance-based and/or project-based bonuses
- Professional development support
- Location: Primarily Seattle HQ in Ballard (Hybrid work flexibility available)
OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION
We are committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Olsen Anderson is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe that cultural diversity, lived experience, and individual perspectives strengthen our team and our impact.