Do you want to help shape the future of Downtown Memphis? Should that future look active,  walkable, clean, safe, inclusive, and inviting? Are you passionate about working with local  business owners, developers, architects, artists, and innovators to help build a downtown for  everybody? The Downtown Memphis Commission (DMC) has a rare opening on the Planning &  Development team for an individual seeking a fulfilling career in urban planning and economic  development. 

The Development Project Manager works closely with downtown property owners and small  businesses to understand their needs and match them with development incentives that can  help them make lasting improvements to their properties. The process typically involves collaborating with organizational partners, direct outreach to property and business owners, leading pre-application meetings, reviewing plans and drawings, writing analytical staff reports,  and presenting projects for consideration at monthly board meetings. This position reports to  the DMC’s Senior Vice President for Planning & Development. 

Interested candidates must have strong attention to detail and excellent analytical and  communication skills. The position also works as part of a small team to assist with Downtown  planning initiatives including urban design, streetscape programs, transportation and mobility  initiatives, sub-area plans, retail strategy, anti-blight, and special projects.  

The ideal candidate enjoys collaboration, loves cities, is knowledgeable about urban design, and  is fully committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is the perfect opportunity for  someone who understands the importance of well-designed urban places and wants to play an  active role in the continued growth and success of Downtown Memphis.