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Another Source’s client, Greater St. Louis, Inc., is recruiting a Business Development Manager, UrbanReal Estate Development to join their team onsite in St. Louis, MO.
Lead the Transformation of Downtown St. Louis
Greater St. Louis, Inc. is driving inclusive economic growth, redevelopment, and long-term prosperity across the city’s core. If you’re looking to elevate your impact beyond traditional real estate into mission-driven urban transformation, this role offers the chance to shape the future of one of America’s most dynamic city centers.
Learn more:
To learn more about Greater St. Louis, Inc., visit: https://greaterstlinc.com/
Or about Design Downtown STL, visit: https://greaterstlinc.com/sites/default/files/2021-08/Design%20Downtown%20STLweb.pdf
What You’ll Be Doing
As the Business Development Manager, Urban Real Estate Development, you’ll lead initiatives to energize the Downtown economy, foster investment, and activate underutilized urban assets. Reporting to the Chief Downtown Officer, you’ll manage strategic real estate and economic development projects that align with the STL 2030 Jobs Plan and the Design Downtown STL vision.
This is a leadership opportunity for someone ready to use strategic planning, financial analysis, and stakeholder engagement to make a meaningful civic impact across multiple commercial sectors.
Your Key Focus Areas
Strategic Execution – Implement key components of the Design Downtown STL Plan and the STL 2030 Jobs Plan
Redevelopment & Infill – Drive projects that reduce vacancies and revitalize commercial corridors
Real Estate Strategy – Oversee market analysis and feasibility studies
Public-Private Investment – Structure and secure financing through partnerships, incentives, and grants
Stakeholder Collaboration – Act as a trusted advisor with developers, property owners, civic leaders, and permitting agencies
Success Measures Include:
Delivering real estate and urban development projects on time and within scope
Expanding Downtown retail, restaurant, and other amenities
Securing and leveraging investment to catalyze Downtown redevelopment
Creating stronger economic foundations for business attraction and retention
Attracting and retaining retail and other businesses
Championing innovation and inclusivity in economic development
Supporting a vibrant, livable, and competitive Downtown
What You Bring to the Table
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate Development, Urban Planning, Economic Development, or a related field (Advanced degree a plus)
6+ years of experience in real estate development, urban redevelopment, economic development, or a related discipline
Backgrounds such as Business Development Manager, Senior Transaction Coordinator, Urban Planning Associate, Consultant or similar are welcome
Strong knowledge of incentive structures, public-private partnerships, zoning, permitting, and redevelopment tools
Advanced skills in budgeting, financial modeling, and real estate strategy
High-level relationship-building and negotiation skills across sectors
Experience working across complex stakeholder environments and navigating approval processes
Help Shape What’s Next
This isn’t just about real estate—it’s about legacy. If you’re ready to lead redevelopment that’s both strategic and socially impactful, we encourage you to apply and share your story.
Internally this role is titled Director - Downtown
Salary & Benefits
Greater St. Louis, Inc. offers a competitive salary and benefits package for the nonprofit sector, including:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
401(K) with a company match
Physical Effort
The position will require a mix of verbal communication, comprehension, and being in a stationary position for long periods working at a computer screen. The position will also require traversing through vacant and under-construction buildings that may have uneven surfaces and may have dirty or dusty environments.
Greater St. Louis, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer which extends equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified individuals, with regard to all terms and conditions of employment.
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