Director of Development

Job Overview

Q CASINO + RESORT

Director of Development

POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Development leads cross-functional initiatives that support complex, regulated development projects. This role oversees project execution, regulatory strategy, financial and business analysis, strategic partnerships, and community engagement to drive successful project delivery.

This position also supports government approval strategy by managing key stakeholders, evaluating investment performance, and building broad-based industry and community support. This is a development strategy and project execution role, not a fundraising or donor relations position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Management

• Track and manage multiple workstreams across development projects.
• Oversee project budgets and financial tracking.
• Identify and manage key milestones and critical path timelines.
• Ensure timely completion of deliverables through consistent follow-up and accountability.
• Utilize project management tools to monitor progress and performance.

Government Affairs

• Lead engagement with state and local lawmakers, regulators, and government agencies responsible for project approvals.
• Analyze statutes, regulations, and ordinances impacting regulated development projects.
• Coordinate and secure approvals from City Councils, Planning Commissions, state regulatory boards/commissions, and community advisory groups.

Business Analysis

• Review and interpret financial reports, competitive analyses, industry data, and market trends.
• Evaluate return on investment (ROI) models, revenue projections, and investment criteria to inform development strategy.
• Develop financial models, projections, and pro formas associated with development opportunities.
• Develop investment criteria, thresholds, and return requirements.
• Conduct sensitivity analysis on potential business development projects.

Strategic Partnerships

• Identify and engage key stakeholders across complementary industries.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry leaders and strategic partners.
• Represent the organization at trade associations, regional organizations, and industry conferences.

Community Engagement

• Support engagement with community leaders, organizations, and advocates connected to development initiatives.
• Recommend and implement targeted corporate philanthropic initiatives aligned with development objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Public Policy, or related field required.
• Experience in business development, government affairs, project management, or strategic planning preferred.
• Strong financial analysis and modeling capabilities.
• Knowledge of regulatory environments and government approval processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously,
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

CULTURAL FIT AND VALUES
Demonstrates integrity, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to supporting the CEO and advancing organizational goals. Embodies Q Casino + Resort FORT values: Fun, Ownership, Respect, and Teamwork, by fostering collaboration, transparency, and a service-oriented mindset toward both the organization and the community. Models “Show Up, Step Up, Lift Up” leadership in daily actions and decision-making.