Vice President Development and Capital Projects

We are actively searching for a Vice President, Development and Capital Projects based in Los Angeles or New York. This role will help to expand QuadReal’s oversight of projects in mixed-use, multifamily, industrial, alternatives and office assets held in joint ventures and directly in the Americas region. The Vice President will report to the Head of Americas Asset Management, based in New York, and work collaboratively with QuadReal’s Investment and Portfolio Management teams as well as partners to ensure seamless execution of development and capital projects. 

Oversight of development partners + consultants responsible for day to day execution of ongoing projects, master planning, entitlement, schematic/design development, and construction 
Ensure successful delivery of projects by developing broad understanding and critical mindset toward development + construction processes and principles corresponding to relevant markets 
Proactively manage partners + consultants to deliver on time and budget whilst optimizing value throughout the entire project lifecycle (design, construction, closeout, handover, buyout, etc.) 
Review and analyze project budgeting, scheduling, and design specifications
Maintain working knowledge of partnership, development, construction, and other agreements. Assist with negotiation of such documents
Evaluate critical path impact of entitlement, design and schedule changes; assess mitigation strategies to minimize risk and maximize returns
Oversee Architectural, Engineering, and Construction consulting firms engaged to oversee JV partners at select projects across the portfolio
Manage capital projects (i.e. tenant improvement, speculative buildouts, building repairs, etc.) and capital budgeting within the wholly owned portfolio
Provide support during due diligence (i.e. review 3rd party reports, asset tours, opining on budgets/timing, value engineering, etc.)
Maintain and develop collaborative relationships with development partners, 3rd party consultants, and internal QuadReal teams

Experience – 10+ yrs experience including development and management of large-scale real estate projects/assets, with an emphasis on multifamily, industrial and office. Other asset classes are a plus. In-depth knowledge and experience in municipal planning and entitlement approvals, critically assessment of project budgets and specifications, managing joint venture development partners, evaluating building systems; understanding of conventional design, construction contracting practices, standard construction means and methods

Education – Completed university degree with major in Real Estate Development, Architecture, Construction Management. Completed graduate degree in one of these fields a plus 

Certification & Licensing – Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management certifications/licenses are an asset but not required

Analytical/Technical – Excellent quantitative and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented and proficient in building and handling complicated data sets. Ability to read, interpret and proactively critique architectural and engineering plans, review PCAs, and identify risks during due diligence. Ability to assess and understand the cost/benefit analysis tied to underlying project returns 

Judgement – Drive outcomes with a focus on risk management from an owner’s perspective toward safeguarding quality and integrity of projects, partnerships, and QuadReal values 

Communication – Excellent communication and presentation skills; succinctly articulate key themes and messages. Ability to develop and sustain positive working relationships with external and internal project stakeholders; working collaboratively and assertively to achieve results in line with company goals

Organization – Must be able to allocate time effectively and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines, handle multiple demands and competing priorities, and adapt to new ideas and change. Comfortable following direction but also contributing to the direction

Software – Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project. Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, Power BI, Yardi Investor Plus, ProCore, Bluebeam Revu a plus

Relationship – Must be extremely proactive and work well in a collaborative environment, with the ability to take guidance and move projects forward independently 

Values – Embrace and pro-actively support QuadReal’s values and its culture of environmental sustainability and corporate and social responsibility 

Don’t have all of the above skills? Don’t worry, we still want to hear from you! 

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