Job Profile Name: Development Manager
Job Type: Full-time
Region: Washington, DC Office

Introduction Statement:
At Seneca Group, we deliver top-tier real estate advisory and development management services on projects ranging from 10,000 to over 1 million square feet across corporate office, education, luxury residential, civic and cultural, healthcare, and life sciences across North America and select EMEA and APAC markets.

Our merger with Cumming Group - North America’s largest pure-play project management and cost consultancy - expands our ability to support clients from conception through completion. As part of our continued growth, Seneca Group is seeking a skilled Development Manager 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.

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 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.

Job Description:

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.

Knowledge & Skills Required:
• 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:

Education:
• Bachelor’s degree required in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, or a related field.

Experience:
• Minimum of 5+ years of demonstrated excellence in commercial real estate development management, project management, design, engineering, and/or construction.

Preferred Qualifications:
• 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 Compartmentalized Information Facilities)
• Strong project experience and professional relationships within the assigned region.
• Willingness to travel domestically (approximately 10–25%).

Office Attendance:
• Consistent and reliable attendance is essential for this role. Team members are expected to adhere to their scheduled work hours and demonstrate punctuality.
• This position requires working on-site at our office, at project site(s), or at client(s) or partner offices, as needed.
• We presently offer a hybrid work model consisting of three in-office days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and two flexible days (Monday, Friday) each week. This arrangement depends on job responsibilities, performance, and the
needs of our clients and the team.

Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time role is $150,000 to $185,000 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.

In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Equal Employment Opportunity
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.

Application Instructions:
Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting their resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please include “Washington DC Area Development Manager Application” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Thank you for your interest in Seneca Group.

Job Profile Name: Associate Principal
Job Type: Full-time
Region: Washington, DC Office

Introduction Statement:
At Seneca Group, we deliver top-tier real estate advisory and development management services on projects ranging from 10,000 to over 1 million square feet across corporate office, education, luxury residential, civic and cultural, healthcare, and life sciences across North America and select EMEA and APAC markets.

Our merger with Cumming Group - North America’s largest pure-play project management and cost consultancy - expands our ability to support clients from conception through completion. As part of our continued growth, Seneca Group is seeking a skilled Associate Principal 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.

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 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 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.

Job Description:

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.
• Advanced problem-solving and risk management capabilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive level presentations.
• 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:

Education:
• Bachelor’s degree required in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or a related field.

Experience:
• Minimum of 15+ years of demonstrated experience in commercial real estate development management, project management, design, engineering, and/or construction, including significant leadership and client-facing responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications:
• 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 Compartmentalized Information Facilities)
• Established client relationships and market presence within the assigned region.
• Experience contributing to business development, account growth, and office operations.
• Willingness to travel domestically (approximately 10–25%).

Office Attendance:
• Consistent and reliable attendance is essential for this role. Team members are expected to adhere to their scheduled work hours and demonstrate punctuality.
• This position requires working on-site at our office, at project site(s), or at client(s) or partner offices, as needed.
• We presently offer a hybrid work model consisting of three in-office days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and two flexible days (Monday, Friday) each week. This arrangement depends on job responsibilities, performance, and the
needs of our clients and the team.

Compensation:
The salary range for this full-time role is $175,000 to 200,000 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.

In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Equal Employment Opportunity
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.

Application Instructions:
Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting their resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please include “Washington DC Area Associate Principal Application” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Thank you for your interest in Seneca Group.

Job Profile Name: Development/Project Manager
Job Type: Full-time
Region: London, UK

Introduction Statement:

This position is with Seneca Group, a Cumming Group affiliate, which delivers leading real estate advisory and development management services on projects ranging from 10,000 to over 1 million sq ft. Our experience spans commercial office, education, luxury residential, civic and cultural, healthcare and life sciences sectors across North America and select EMEA and APAC markets.

As part of Seneca Group’s continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Development/Project Manager based in London. This role will contribute to the delivery of complex projects, supporting strong client relationships and play an important part in the ongoing development of the business.
If you’re looking to join a team of experienced professionals working on high-profile projects, we encourage you to apply.

Overview:

The Development / Project Manager serves as the day-to-day lead for one or more real estate development projects, working alongside Associate Directors as well as Directors. This role integrates real estate development management, advisory skills and project management responsibilities. The Development / Project Manager is responsible for managing scope, programme, budget, quality, and risk, 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 a workstream on a large, multi-million-dollar real estate development projects, working alongside a multi-disciplinary team including Associate Director and Directors.
• Manage execution of approved development strategies, budgets, programmes, and delivery plans
• Prepare, maintain, and manage detailed project programmes and development budgets, including forecasting and cash flow tracking.
• Review and evaluate cost estimates, value engineering options, and contractor proposals.
• Manage design teams, including architects, engineers, and specialty consultants. Motivated to understand the technical complexities of the project to effectively manage consultants.
• Negotiate consultant and construction contracts (JCT), in coordination with the Associate Directors and Directors.
• Familiar with JCT contracts, and able to provide construction management oversight, including cost, programmes, quality, and risk control.
• Able to serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for the client, supporting the Associate Directors in overall client leadership, strategic communication, and decision-making.
• 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.
• Promote opportunities for repeat business through effective project delivery, communication, relationship management, and collaboration with senior leadership.
• Proactively identify and resolve project-level risks, conflicts, and issues.
• The Development/Project Manager reports to the Associate Directors and Directors and collaborates closely with senior leadership to align project execution with client objectives and firm strategy.
• Review and evaluate cost estimates, value engineering options, and contractor proposals.
• Achieve client objectives by aligning project execution with development goals.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

• Strong ability to compile, analyze, interpret, and integrate complex projects and development information.
• Ability to independently manage projects in dynamic or compressed timeframes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills in client-facing environments.
• High level of integrity and professional judgement.
• Ability to operate effectively in compressed timeframes.
• Strong organizational and forward-planning skills.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams toward shared goals.
• Proven experience monitoring performance metrics and adjusting strategies as needed.

We are committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, “race” (including nationality, national / ethnic origins, colour), marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, gender reassignment, religion, or belief.

Thank you for your interest in Seneca Group.