Real Estate Portfolio Manager

This executive leadership role oversees the direction and execution of complex real estate transactions from beginning to end for the capital asset portfolio. The incumbent will have oversight of a diverse portfolio and work with stakeholders to drive key objectives and optimize financial performance.

The successful candidate must be able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, effectively manage through stressful situations, and consistently make effective decisions. They must create an environment that fosters teamwork, leadership development, integrity, service responsiveness and manages business relationships.

This position is responsible for executing real estate transactions in conformity with the strategic plan and Campus Master Plan.

1. Formulate and execute strategies for long-range needs and uses of the University's real property assets including acquisitions, development, leasing, and disposition of assets.
2. Coordinate pre-transaction analysis and due diligence, including financial modeling and pro forma analysis, cost-benefit or return on investment analysis, feasibility analysis, market research, and review of third-party reports.
3. Execute on the strategic plan and initiatives approved by Senior Administration and Board of Trustees.
4. Prepare and present transaction analysis to Senior Administration and Board of Trustees regarding structure, economics, mission benefits, progress, etc.
5. Lead negotiations with investors, creditors, development partners, contractors, and vendors, ensuring compliance with policies.
6. Review all real estate agreements, documents, and contracts with the Office of General Counsel to ensure compliance with procedures and laws.
7. Prepare, direct, and negotiate purchase agreements, partnership agreements, lease agreements, and other legal transaction documents needed to close transactions.
8. Maintain copies of all University deeds, leases, and other real estate documents in a central database.
9. Act as coordinator and liaison to the University legal, risk management, environmental, health and safety departments for all real estate related activities.
10. Cultivate relationships with Community Associations, District Government agencies, and neighborhood groups to foster positive working relationships.
11. Prepare RFQ/RFP responses for all bids, ensuring compliance with policy and procedure.
12. Coordinates with the Chief Financial Officer or designated committee regarding the evaluation, acceptance, management, and disposition of real property assets.

• Comprehensive knowledge of real estate markets and trends.
• Ability to conduct complex structuring including joint ventures, development, and debt instruments.
• Knowledge of underwriting and closing debt and equity transactions regionally and nationally.
• Must possess advanced analytical skills in evaluating real estate transactions.
• Ability to manage a transaction pipeline.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious work relationships with students, staff, faculty, and external partners.
• Ability to develop processes and procedures to successfully monitor and provide project status reports.
• Communicates with stakeholders regarding planning, design, and construction issues.
• Gathers and analyzes information to make well-founded recommendations.
• Independent, entrepreneurial ability to create processes to accomplish and manage acquisitions.
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers and strategic partner relationships.
• Broad knowledge of financial management principles and practices.
• Strong Organizational, Management, Presentation And Communication Skills Are Required.

This role offers a competitive salary range: $185,000 - $190,000.

• Seniority level: Executive
• Employment type: Full-time

• Job function: Business Development and Sales
• Industries: Real Estate

As a dynamic leader, you will oversee complex real estate transactions and lead a team of professionals in managing the University's capital asset portfolio.