Application Guide

How to Apply for Development Manager

at Prologis Management

🏢 About Prologis Management

Prologis Management is the global leader in logistics real estate, uniquely positioned at the intersection of sustainability, technology, and supply chain innovation. Working here means contributing to a portfolio that powers global commerce while advancing net-zero carbon goals and community impact.

About This Role

As a Development Manager, you will lead the full lifecycle of industrial and warehouse projects, from acquisition support to closeout. This role is critical in driving capital deployment and shaping the physical infrastructure of modern logistics, directly influencing Prologis's market leadership.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with reviewing project budgets and schedules, followed by a call with a contractor about site progress. You'll then meet with the design team to review plans, later join a call with the municipal planning department to address permitting issues. Afternoon involves updating cost forecasts and collaborating with the leasing team on a build-to-suit opportunity.

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🎯 Who Prologis Management Is Looking For

  • A seasoned development professional with 5+ years in civil engineering, architecture, or construction management, specifically in industrial or warehouse projects.
  • Proven ability to manage budgets, identify risks, and track hard and soft costs across land, infrastructure, and building development.
  • Skilled in managing consultants, contractors, and municipal approvals, with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Project, Google Earth, AutoCAD Viewer, and Autodesk Forma, with strong communication skills to collaborate across investment, leasing, and market teams.

📝 Tips for Applying to Prologis Management

1

Highlight specific industrial development projects you've led, including budget size, timeline, and any challenges overcome.

2

Demonstrate your proficiency with the listed software tools by mentioning them in your resume or cover letter with concrete examples.

3

Tailor your resume to emphasize cost estimating, permitting, and construction management experience in the industrial sector.

4

Research Prologis's sustainability initiatives and incorporate how your experience aligns with their net-zero goals.

5

Use keywords from the job description like 'speculative industrial', 'build-to-suit', and 'capital deployment' to pass ATS filters.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience managing land and building development for industrial projects, especially speculative warehouses.', 'Your ability to manage budgets and risks while coordinating with multiple stakeholders (consultants, municipalities, internal teams).', "Your alignment with Prologis's commitment to sustainability and innovation in logistics real estate.", 'Specific examples of successful project closeouts and how you drove capital deployment objectives.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Prologis's annual sustainability report and their 'Prologis Essentials' product line for modern industrial buildings.
  • → Study recent press releases about major development projects or acquisitions in your target region.
  • → Understand Prologis's approach to build-to-suit vs. speculative development and how they balance risk.
  • → Familiarize yourself with their technology tools like Autodesk Forma and how they integrate with project management.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through a complex industrial development project you managed from acquisition support to closeout.
2 How do you handle cost overruns or delays in permitting? Provide a specific example.
3 Describe your experience with municipal approval processes and how you navigate local regulations.
4 How do you prioritize multiple projects and manage competing deadlines?
5 What do you know about Prologis's sustainability strategy, and how would you contribute to it in this role?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic resume without emphasizing industrial development experience or specific project metrics.
  • Failing to demonstrate knowledge of Prologis's market position or sustainability focus in the cover letter.
  • Overlooking the need to mention proficiency with the listed software tools, which are key to the role.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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