Director of Corporate Real Estate and Development
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas is seeking a Director of Real Estate and Development to manage real estate acquisition, disposition, management, and leasing throughout its Americas locations. This role is located in New Haven, CT at the Opening Solutions Americas headquarters.
The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee all steps in the corporate real estate process which include collecting market data; overseeing site selection; evaluating sites; previewing sites; preparing materials for inspections and handling other tasks which arise during a commercial real estate transaction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Property Development:
- Identify and research properties for acquisition in desired areas. Work with Corporate Counsel and local management to place sites under contract.
- Analyze, develop, and present real estate alternatives to senior management for review and/or approval.
- Coordinate due diligence as needed with respect to real estate purchases related to mergers/acquisitions.
- Coordinate closings.
- Supervise real estate appraisals, purchases, and inspections.
- Manage construction and building permits and update schedule regularly.
- Quarterback land use applications with appropriate agencies and see such applications to successful conclusion.
Leasing:
- Prepare analysis and recommendations for lease amendments, extensions, and renewals.
- Coordinate lease administration including initiation, management, and termination.
- Frequently interface with clients, building owners, property managers, and real estate brokers.
- Prepare lease activity updates, regular financial reports, and validate invoices.
- Prepare financial analysis to support business objectives.
Property Disposals:
- Manage marketing process, including soliciting opinions of values and retaining brokers.
- Qualify buyers; assist in negotiating letters of intent.
- Coordinate closings.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts, preferably in Business Management, Sales, Finance or Real Estate related fields; MBA preferred. Juris Doctorate preferred but not required.
- 5+ years of experience with land development, acquisition, and permitting. Additional experience is preferred but not required.
- Proficiency in Excel.
- Ability to coordinate activities of outside brokers and vendors with respect to identifying potential real estate acquisitions, negotiating terms, and closing sales/purchases.
- Experience managing due diligence activities for small mergers and/or acquisitions.
- Proven outstanding communication capabilities. Ability to provide professional references.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and handle pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to accept, appreciate, and facilitate change.
What we offer:
We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so that you can enjoy a lifelong career with us. We are proud to offer:
- Continuous professional development opportunities and an environment that fosters internal growth and mobility.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package which includes multiple healthcare options, tuition reimbursement, and matching 401k.
- Generous holiday schedule and paid time off to refresh and recharge.
- Employee pricing on our products and discount programs for travel, entertainment, and more!
We review applications regularly, so don’t hesitate, apply today!
ASSA ABLOY is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veteran
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