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Dedicated to innovative placemaking, Howard Hughes Communities is the real estate platform of Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH) and is recognized for its ongoing commitment to design excellence and to the cultural life of its communities. Building on that foundation, we foster a culture of curiosity that empowers every employee to shape their own story within our organization. About the Role We are seeking a Senior Vice President, Real Estate Development to join our Strategic Development team in delivering projects within our portfolio, focusing on large scale, mixed-use developments. The SVP of Development will lead commercial developments in the region from inception through completion, ensuring the outcomes represent the company's interests and meets or exceeds the financial goals of the project. This position will be responsible for the schedule, cost, revenue, and performance of developments under their direction. The ideal candidate will have experience managing and executing all development strategies and tasks related to a project's successful completion including development strategy, relationship management, financial modeling, planning, design, permitting, sales/leasing, marketing, and close-out of the developments The SVP will manage and nurture development team members, fostering their growth and career development. The selected candidate will have the ability to effectively manage internal and external teams of staff and consultants to achieve a project's success while simultaneously building a positive company reputation with all team members and within the community. What You Will Do Strategic Planning:
Develop and implement strategic plans for specific commercial developments within any of our Master Planned Communities. Identify and evaluate new development opportunities. Align development projects with the company's long-term objectives. Oversee master planning of large-scale commercial districts within our communities. Provide primary assistance in annual business planning for applicable asset classes as well as creation of annual departmental and development budgets.
Project Development:
Lead certain high-profile, large-scale developments including serving as the business liaison with potential partners, clients, and major tenants to establish development metrics, program requirements and delivery timeline. Evaluate development alternatives and make recommendations that achieve the business goals while embracing the vision of the company and MPC. Coordinate and arrange broad scope due-diligence and feasibility studies, as required, utilizing appropriate consultants where necessary to determine market characteristics and critical attributes of the physical site, as they relate to revenue and cost projections. Evaluate on an ongoing basis the timing of each prospective development and determine which projects should receive maximum attention, based upon the potential profitability of each project at any point in time. Review and analyze projects throughout the country with similar characteristics in order to determine and improve upon the key components of a successful development. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
Financial:
Evaluate and establish project objectives to maximize the use of the property and the return on investment. Work with in-house staff, develop, evaluate, and refine the project proforma. Facilitate, support and monitor the Sales/Leasing effort to ensure that project development and financial objectives are satisfied.
Relationship Management:
Develop relationships with key political figures, including County, Township, Design Review Boards, etc. Establish and maintain strong relationships with existing and future development partners, prospective tenants and buyers, and the local reals estate community in general. Represent the company and make presentations to Design Review Boards, AHJs and community groups. Represent the company at industry events and networking opportunities. Build and enhance the company's reputation, creating brand awareness and a reputation for quality developments. Collaborate with various internal shared services, such as design, construction, marketing, risk management, legal, accounting, leasing, and sales.
Team Leadership & Management:
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team whether direct report or not. Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
ABOUT YOU
Bachelor's Degree with an emphasis on finance, engineering, design, planning, or construction. Graduate degree preferred. Minimum 15 years' experience with office, retail, mixed-use, high-end multifamily or condo development. Solid understanding of the principles of real estate development, design, finance, and construction. Experience in development of significant real estate projects greater than 200,000 sq. ft. in size and/or $50M in total costs, with preference for experience in mixed-use, multi-family and retail projects. Proven experience to evaluate the costs, risks, and benefits of alternatives to resolve problems and make decisions. Ability to make timely, fact-based decisions that balance analysis with decisiveness. Sustained track record of effectively communicating across an organization and in driving results. Embrace Internal & External Customer Partnerships...ensure a level of trust, respect, and strong relationship-focus with government officials, citizen groups and internal team members. Has a proven track record in recruiting, managing and developing talent Innovation and Self-Direction (Relying upon a significant background of relevant experience and best-in-class practices, operates with innovation in driving unique solutions and is comfortable with self-direction and managing through ambiguity). Strong organization and attention to detail skills. Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written, in high-stakes situations. Good problem solving/creative thinking. "Can-do" attitude, pro-active and resourceful. Multi-tasking and extensive organization and follow up. Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize. Must be able to work in a team oriented, fast-paced environment and work under pressure. Onsite physical presence required. This job description is not meant to be an "all-inclusive" list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Howard Hughes reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.
Benefits Built for You
At Howard Hughes Communities, we offer competitive, market-based compensation that rewards performance and supports career growth. Our comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees at every stage of their career, is focused on holistic wellness-social, emotional, financial, and physical.
Competitive 401k plan Generous PTO policy Premium medical, dental, and vision coverage Voluntary benefits for unexpected life events Student loan assistance and stipends to assist with lifelong learning
About Howard Hughes Communities Howard Hughes Communities develops, owns, and operates the nation's premier large-scale master planned communities and mixed-use developments. Our award-winning portfolio includes The Woodlands, Bridgeland, andThe Woodlands Hillsin Greater Houston; SummerlininLas Vegas; Teravalis inGreater Phoenix; Ward VillageinHonolulu; and Merriweather District inColumbia, Maryland. Strategically positioned to meet and accelerate development based on market demand, we offer one of the strongest real estate platforms in the country. Learn more atcommunities.howardhughes.com. NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Howard Hughes Communities does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Howard Hughes Communities will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Howard Hughes Communities explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Howard Hughes Communities.
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