How to hire a real estate developer

How to hire a real estate developer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step real estate developer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a real estate developer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new real estate developer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a real estate developer, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   A real estate developer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, real estate developers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents real estate developer salaries for various positions.

   Type of Real Estate Developer	Description	Hourly rate
   Real Estate Developer	Property, real estate, and community association managers take care of the many aspects of residential, commercial, or industrial properties. They make sure the property is well maintained, has a nice appearance, and preserves its resale or leasing value.	$31-62
   Leasing Professional	A Leasing Professional is responsible for handling and coordinating with potential tenants for rental purposes. Leasing Professionals discuss the leasing terms and agreements with the clients, conduct property inspections, and identify possible repairs and renovations... Show more	$12-19
   Property Administrator	A property administrator is responsible for performing administrative and clerical duties for real estate and property companies. Property administrators coordinate with prospective clients to inform them about the property and offers tours to give a better view of the location... Show more	$12-27

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Financial Statements
   • Property Management
   • Due Diligence
   • General Contractors
   • Payroll
   • Real Estate Development
   • Construction Management
   • Construction Projects
   • Development Projects
   • Bank Accounts
   • Oversight
   • Market Analysis
   • Financial Reports
   • Square Feet

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage segment's treasury function including equity forecasting and investment requests as well as lender relations in a difficult banking environment.
   • Convert FTTH's accounting to QuickBooks
   • Install windows, doors and put on metal roof.
   • Remodel entire building, add bathroom, and double glaze windows for views of mountains.
   • Assist in the preparation of GAAP, statutory, management, and other financial reporting on monthly and quarterly basis.
   • Conduct semi-annual asset valuations and pro-forma analyses using ARGUS and self-developed models.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the real estate developer job description is a good way to get more applicants. A real estate developer salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a real estate developer in Louisiana may be lower than in Connecticut, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level real estate developer. Additionally, a real estate developer with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average real estate developer salary

   $93,510yearly

   $44.96 hourly rate

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   Entry-level real estate developer salary

   $66,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 20, 2026

   Average real estate developer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Maryland	$112,566	$54
   2	Texas	$106,045	$51
   3	Massachusetts	$100,734	$48
   4	North Carolina	$97,082	$47
   5	Washington	$96,628	$46
   6	New York	$93,717	$45
   7	Illinois	$91,614	$44
   8	Tennessee	$91,498	$44
   9	Nevada	$91,495	$44
   10	Iowa	$88,297	$42
   11	Minnesota	$77,167	$37

   Average real estate developer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	RSM US	$115,691	$55.62	15
   2	Deloitte	$112,908	$54.28	532
   3	Ernst & Young	$111,068	$53.40	585
   4	Citi	$106,583	$51.24	23
   5	MathWorks	$95,280	$45.81
   6	CBRE Group	$89,815	$43.18	88
   7	Champions School of Real Estate	$89,592	$43.07
   8	SunEnergy1	$88,724	$42.66	1
   9	Robert Half	$86,676	$41.67	137
   10	Sherman Associates	$68,227	$32.80
   11	The Place Family Restaurant	$66,088	$31.77	2
   12	Erickson Senior Living	$61,900	$29.76

4. Writing a real estate developer job description

   A job description for a real estate developer role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a real estate developer job description:

   Real estate developer job description example

   Allied Universal , North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, 401K, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for all full-time positions!
   
   Allied Universal has security jobs and are seeking to fill the position of Professional Security Officer Part Time for a Real Estate Developer in Boston, MA.
   Friday - Saturday 3pm - 11pm
   
   Starting $17.55 / hr
   
   As a Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.
   
   Responsibilities:
   
   * Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
   * Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
   * Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
   
   Minimum Requirements:
   
   * Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
   * Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
   * As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
   * As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
   * Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
   * A valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only
   
   Perks and Benefits:
   
   * Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
   * Flexible part time and full-time schedules that fit with your personal life goals
   * Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
   * Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…
   
   Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
   
   If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find real estate developers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your real estate developer job on Zippia to find and recruit real estate developer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit real estate developers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new real estate developer

   Once you've decided on a perfect real estate developer candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new real estate developer. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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