Careers

We are a tight-knit team of established professionals who value excellence, integrity, teamwork, and fun. If you are seeking complex, rewarding projects, continuous growth, and take pride in delivering exceptional work, we’d love to meet you.

Our experienced team leads complex projects from early visioning and programming through entitlement, budgeting, design, construction, and move-in- while providing unparalleled client service. If you want to work on high-profile projects ranging from 10K to 2M SF for recognizable, industry-leading clients, explore the opportunities below.

Available Opportunities

Associate Principal/Director (Arlington, VA)

Posted on: 5/11/26

DMV Area Project Project Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Seneca Group is renowned for delivering top-tier real estate advisory and development management services. For over three decades, we’ve successfully delivered projects ranging from 10,000 to more than 1M SF —spanning corporate office, healthcare, life sciences, education, luxury residential, civic, and cultural facilities—throughout North America and in key EMEA and APAC markets.

This position is with Seneca Group, a Cumming Group affiliate, who delivers top-tier real estate advisory and development management services. As part of Seneca Group’s continued growth, we are seeking a skilled Associate Principal/Director based in our DMV office in Arlington, VA. This role will play a key part in providing superior client service, delivering exceptional projects, and supporting the continued growth of the firm.

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world’s most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!

At every stage, client success guides our decisions. Our carefully selected technical experts bring broad, multidisciplinary experience to anticipate challenges and mitigate risk. Senior leadership remains hands-on from kickoff through closeout, ensuring clear communication and rigorous oversight. The result? Projects that move forward smoothly, on time and on budget.

If you’re looking to join a team of exceptional people working with recognized clients on high-profile, complex projects – and make a real impact – we’d love to meet you.

OVERVIEW:

The Associate Principal/Director is a leadership role responsible for guiding complex real estate development initiatives while providing strategic leadership to clients, project teams, and the broader office. This position builds upon core development management responsibilities with an elevated focus on client leadership, account management, mentorship, and contribution to office operations and growth.

The Associate Principal/Director serves as a trusted advisor to clients, leading projects from early feasibility and entitlement through design, construction, and closeout. In parallel, the role actively shapes team culture, develops future leaders, supports business development efforts, and partners with firm leadership to advance Seneca Group’s strategic objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Development & Project Leadership

Lead one or multiple complex projects of varying scale.
Establish and oversee development strategies, including feasibility analysis, entitlement pathways, procurement strategies, budgets, schedules, and delivery plans.
Maintain accountability for project scope, cost, schedule, quality, and risk management throughout the project lifecycle.
Oversee entitlement, permitting, and agency coordination efforts.
Direct and integrate multidisciplinary consultant teams, including architects, engineers, and specialty consultants.
Review and validate cost estimates, value engineering recommendations, and contractor pricing.
Negotiate and administer major consultant, construction, and development-related contracts.
Provide senior-level construction management oversight to ensure alignment with development objectives.

Client & Account Leadership

Along with the Principal, serve as the primary senior point of contact for assigned clients and accounts.
Build and sustain long-term, trusted client relationships through proactive communication, responsiveness, and performance excellence.
Lead client decision-making processes by presenting clear analyses, options, and recommendations.
Identify opportunities to expand services within existing accounts and support revenue growth through repeat and follow-on work.
Partner with firm leadership to support proposal development, contract negotiations, and staffing strategies.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

Lead, mentor, and develop internal project teams through coaching, performance feedback, and professional development planning.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Guide senior project staff in managing complex client relationships and project challenges.
Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members.

Office & Firm Leadership

Support office operations, resource planning, and workload balancing in coordination with regional and firm leadership.
Contribute to business development participating in pursuits and fostering industry relationships.
Represent Seneca Group’s values and leadership philosophy in both internal and external settings.
Promote best practices, knowledge sharing, and process improvements across teams.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular attendance during normal business hours, with on-site presence at the office and project sites as required.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

Demonstrated expertise in real estate development management and delivery of complex projects.
Proven ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams and mentor senior professionals.
Strong financial acumen, including development budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations.
Advanced problem-solving and risk management capabilities.
Ability to balance project execution responsibilities with broader business and leadership objectives.
Strong client leadership skills with a consultative, solutions-oriented mindset.

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree required in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or a related field.
Minimum of 20+ years of demonstrated experience in commercial real estate development management, project management, design, engineering, and/or construction, including significant leadership and client-facing responsibilities.
Experience delivering large-scale, complex development projects.
Technical or sector-specific expertise in commercial office, healthcare, life sciences, education, research & development, cultural, luxury residential, and/or complex mixed-use projects.
Experience delivering projects involving secure facilities, including SCIFs (Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities).
Established client relationships and market presence within the assigned region is preferred.
Experience contributing to business development, account growth, and office operations preferred.
Willingness to travel domestically (approximately 10–25%).

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The salary range for this full-time role is $200,000.00-$250,000.00 per year
Bonuses are discretionary and awarded at year-end based on individual performance and company profitability. Bonuses are prorated based on the period worked during the year.
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
401(k) Matching
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Short & Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program

Seneca Group and Cumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Group’s policy to recruit, hire, train and promote Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, genetic information, sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions, including breastfeeding), military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity.

All other terms and conditions of employment, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, and social and recreational programs, are administered without regard to the characteristics described above. To this end, Cumming Group complies with all provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, all of the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, and all similar state and local laws.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Thank you for your interest in Seneca Group.

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Development Manager (Arlington, VA)

Posted on: 5/11/26

DMV Area Development Manager

Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a team-oriented project administrative support professional who is proactive, detail oriented, organized, sharp, and excited to join our team.

OVERVIEW:

The Development Manager serves as the day-to-day lead for one or more real estate development projects of medium-to-large size or complexity, working under the direction of an Associate Principal and/or Principal.

This role integrates development management and project management responsibilities, overseeing projects from early planning and entitlement through design, construction, and closeout.

The Development Manager is responsible for managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk at the project level, while coordinating internal teams, consultants, and contractors. The role supports senior leadership in client relationships, decision-making, and overall project strategy, and represents Seneca Group’s commitment to excellence and value creation for world-class clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage the day-to-day execution of one or more real estate development projects, or multiple projects/programs, from concept through completion, under the direction of an Associate Principal and/or Principal.
Support the definition of technical and financial project scope and manage execution of approved development strategies, budgets, schedules, and delivery plans.
Prepare, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules and development budgets, including forecasting and cash flow tracking.
Oversee entitlement, permitting, and agency coordination processes.
Manage design teams, including architects, engineers, and specialty consultants.
Review and evaluate cost estimates, value engineering options, and contractor proposals.
Support the negotiation and administration of consultant and construction contracts, in coordination with the Associate Principal and/or Principal.
Provide construction management oversight, including cost, schedule, quality, and risk control.
Facilitate and lead day-to-day project meetings with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders, escalating key decisions, risks, and issues to senior leadership as appropriate.
Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for the client, supporting the Associate Principal and/or Principal in overall client leadership, strategic communication, and decision-making.
Proactively identify and resolve project-level risks, conflicts, and issues.
Promote opportunities for repeat business through effective project delivery, communication, relationship management, and collaboration with senior leadership.
Achieve client objectives by aligning project execution with development goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular attendance during normal business hours, with on-site presence at the office and project sites as required.
The Development Manager reports to an Associate Principal and/or Principal and collaborates closely with senior leadership to align project execution with client objectives and firm strategy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strong ability to compile, analyze, interpret, and integrate complex project and development information.
Demonstrated leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams toward shared goals.
Ability to delegate effectively, provide clear direction, and deliver ongoing feedback.
Proven experience monitoring performance metrics and adjusting strategies as needed.
Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to distinguish root causes from symptoms.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
Ability to independently manage projects in dynamic or compressed timeframes.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance competing priorities and deadlines.

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree required in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or a related field.
Minimum of 5+ years of demonstrated excellence in commercial real estate development management, project management, design, engineering, and/or construction.
Experience delivering large-scale, complex development projects.
Technical or sector-specific expertise in commercial office, healthcare, life sciences, education, research & development, cultural, luxury residential, and/or complex mixed-use projects.
Experience delivering projects involving secure facilities, including SCIFs (Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities).
Strong project experience and professional relationships within the assigned region is preferred.
Willingness to travel domestically (approximately 10–25%).

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Benefits:

The salary range for this full-time role is $150,000.00-$185,000.00 per year.
Bonuses are discretionary at awarded at year-end based on individual performance and company profitability. Bonuses are prorated based on the period worked during the year.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k) Plan
401(k) Matching

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Thank you for your interest in Seneca Group.

ApplY now