Development Manager

Description

ABOUT AMBROSE

We are an industrial and logistics real estate developer helping companies build cutting-edge supply chains through an agile approach without boundaries. As a recognized leader with 100% focus on industrial and logistics real estate and investment, Ambrose translates trends and insights into opportunities and progress for clients. Through customized solutions, exceptional responsiveness and creative decision-making, we provide simplified experiences delivered with excellence. We are actively looking for other forward-thinking problem-solvers to join our team.

OUR VALUES

· Creativity – We are A+ problem solvers, finding possibilities and opportunity when others cannot.

· Kindness – Honesty, fairness and respect are at the heart of who we are. We value diversity, build authentic relationships and genuinely care.

· Determination – We are driven and resourceful, motivated to exceed ambitious goals.

· Excellence – We relentlessly pursue the highest quality experiences and outcomes.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Development Manager is responsible for the execution of land development, vertical construction projects, and providing support for acquisition and dispositions. This position will work closely with the development EVP, VP and / or other development executives as appropriate to support Ambrose’s efforts in achieving perfect execution of speculative and build-to-suit industrial and logistics projects.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Land:

• Identification, due diligence, underwriting and acquisition of strategic land positions.
• Oversight of consultants for survey, geotechnical review, environmental, legal, zoning, permitting, etc.
• Review survey / title information, easements, environmental data, zoning, governing agency requirements, utilities, etc.
• Lead the creation and documentation of easements and CC&Rs.
• Interaction with municipal staff during entitlement process for zoning, plan commission approvals, and entitlements.

Development:

• Oversight of third-party preconstruction and design personnel.
• Creation of predevelopment cost budgets and schedules.
• Support Ambrose team during RFP response and lease negotiation process, including site plan design work and building layouts, updating underwriting, and RFP document drafting.
• Monitor and report on the status of design and preconstruction schedule, budgets and scope against approved plan and proforma.

Construction:

• Manage schedule, cost, change order review.
• Review monthly development draws and submit with approval recommendation.
• Report on project status including schedule performance, contingency usage, quality issues, allowance status, and change orders.
• Establish new utility connections and accounts, including communications and fire alarm monitoring for new building.
• Coordinate early access for tenant fixturing to ensure a smooth transition for lease commencement.
• Participate in turnover process to property management personnel internally or third-party.

Asset Management:

• Assist in the acquisition and disposition process primarily in due diligence matters.

Requirements

WHAT YOU BRING

Education: BS degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, finance, and / or real estate. Additional education including JD, MS engineering, or MBA beneficial.

Experience: 5+ years in the commercial real estate development field. Experience with industrial development is required.

Reports To: Development leader