Greater St. Louis, Inc. is looking for a Business Development Manager, Urban & Real Estate Development to lead transformative work shaping the future of Downtown St. Louis.

If you’re passionate about redevelopment, public-private partnerships, and city-building, this role offers the chance to make a lasting civic impact through strategic real estate and economic development initiatives.

What you’ll do:

• Drive major redevelopment projects

• Activate investment in commercial and urban corridors

• Collaborate across sectors to reimagine Downtown’s future

Location: St. Louis

Role Type: Nonprofit leadership with purpose

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Another Source’s client, Greater St. Louis, Inc., is recruiting a Business Development Manager, Urban Real 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%20STL_web.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.   

Another Source works with their clients, on a retained project basis.  We are committed to building inclusive candidate pools as we partner with hiring teams. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As you read through the job posting and review the list of qualifications (required and/or preferred), please do not self-select out if you feel you do not meet every qualification. No one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to apply and share your story with us.  

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