Real Estate Professional

About Us

JB Chisum

As a mid-sized general construction and development operation, we are able to focus on and build excellent relationships with our employees, clients, partners, and sub-contractors. We are also committed to upholding the highest standard of ethics in the way we run our operation every single day. Because of our business practices, we remain laser-focused on producing the best timelines, budgets, and quality assurance in the industry.

Our work environment includes

• Fast-paced atmosphere
• Emphasis on Health, Family, Faith, and Environment
• Flexibility
• Growth opportunities
• Heavy investment in industry training and education

Job Description

Assistant Project Manager – Development

Position Summary

The Assistant Project Manager – Development plays a key role in organizing, budgeting, and executing development projects. This position supports senior leadership in managing entitlements, permitting, consultant engagement, and construction/development coordination.

You'll help build and maintain the master development schedule and master development budget, ensuring alignment between development goals, financial realities, and construction execution. This is an ideal opportunity for a creative, analytical professional who enjoys problem-solving, thrives in a dynamic environment, and wants to grow within a high-performing construction and development team.

Key Responsibilities

Development Planning & Coordination

• Develop and maintain the master development schedule, coordinating milestone dates with internal and external teams.
• Assist in building and managing the master development budget, tracking soft and hard costs from concept through construction completion.
• Manage and track permitting, zoning, and entitlement processes across multiple jurisdictions.
• Prepare and coordinate documentation with architects, engineers, consultants, and public officials.
• Attend city and county meetings, planning commissions, and public hearings as needed.

Consultant Team & Buyout Strategy

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard project consultants, including architects, engineers, and specialty consultants.
• Lead consultant bid and RFP coordination, supporting contract negotiation and buyout strategy.
• Manage consultant deliverables, performance, and billing to ensure adherence to budget and schedule.

Financial & Construction Coordination

• Collaborate with estimating, project management, and accounting teams to align budgets with construction and development cost data.
• Support feasibility studies, cost models, and pro forma updates.
• Analyze variances between projected and actual costs, recommending adjustments and efficiencies.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Communication

• Partner with project managers, superintendents, and leadership to align development and construction priorities.
• Facilitate weekly schedule and budget coordination meetings.
• Ensure continuous communication between development, construction, and finance teams.

Project Administration & Support

• Assist with document control, scheduling tools, and project reporting.
• Review contracts, submittals, and change orders for accuracy.
• Travel for site visits, consultant meetings, and investor presentations, including out-of-state and international travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Real Estate Development, Business, or Finance (preferred).
• 2–5 years of experience in development, project management, finance, or construction.
• Proven understanding of budgeting, scheduling, and consultant management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project, Word, Outlook); experience with Procore or ERPs preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Creative thinker who enjoys being challenged and solving problems collaboratively.
• Must reside within commuting distance of San Marcos, TX, and be available for out-of-state and international travel.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and flexible schedule
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Growth opportunities within a expanding company

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Base Pay: $65, $92,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute

• San Marcos, TX Required)

Ability to Relocate

• San Marcos, TX 78666: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person