Job Overview:

• Directs, oversees, and manages the Department of Real Estate Development and Asset Management which includes the Offices of Transit Oriented Development, Real Estate, and Art in Transit.
• Leads the department’s efforts in the predevelopment, financing, and execution of projects for owned and adjacent properties in a manner that increases ridership and revenue.
• Works to advance the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) within the division of Capital Programs, Expansion & Innovation (CPEI) by managing all activities related to real estate functions, projects and assets.
• Provides innovative, strategic leadership and oversight for public‑private partnerships and management of capital investments.
• Develops and implements agency‑wide short‑ and long‑term strategies ensuring that resources are available and fully aligned to support overall strategic goals and objectives.
• Cultivates internal and external relationships and development opportunities with current and future business partners.

Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business administration, or a related discipline required, master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum thirteen years of professional management experience with six years at a senior level.
• Demonstrated expertise in real estate transactions, contract negotiation, public‑private partnerships, TOD, transportation policy, land use, and urban design.
• Real Estate License and/or Certified General Real Property Appraiser license preferred.

Day-to-Day

• Directs and provides innovative, strategic leadership and oversight for the planning, designing, financing, and structuring of public‑private partnerships; and management of capital investments and transit‑related development projects on owned and adjacent properties.
• Develops and implements long‑ and short‑range transit‑oriented development (TOD) strategies and programs to support organizational vision, goals, and strategic plans.
• Supports agency‑wide capital improvement plans, policies, and procedures in collaboration with executive leadership and governing boards. Participates in the development, updates and full deployment of Capital Programs policies and procedures.
• Represents the organization in local, state, and federal matters ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Serves as Managing Authority for professional service contracts for work performed for the department.
• Oversees operating and capital budgets for the Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, including staff budgeting, operating expenses, project budget requests, financial performance monitoring, long‑range forecasts, and mid‑year budget submittals.
• Works in close partnership with external affairs and other departments on financial and stakeholder project status reporting. Oversees studies involving land‑use coordination with local governments and regional planning agencies.
• Directs preparation of preliminary studies and assessments to identify profitable land‑use opportunities; develops requests for proposals; negotiates contracts; and secures required approvals to implement development projects.
• Oversees real estate cost estimates for heavy rail, light rail, and expansion projects; property acquisition and rights‑of‑way; relocation activities; disposition of excess properties; property appraisals; and leasing of organizational property.
• Responsible for implementing, organizing, and managing retail development and concessions activities for transit stations where suitable space and square footage permit.
• Cultivates external relationships with community groups, organizations, professional associations, and current and future business partners.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Responsible for the management of a department.
• Directly or indirectly supervises directors, managers, professional, technical, and administrative employees.
• Ensures training programs are in place. Interviews, hires, develops, evaluates, coaches, disciplines, and discharges personnel as appropriate.
• SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Takes reasonable precautions to ensure protection of employees, patrons, and the public. Identifies hazards, ensures safe work methods, and enforces safety training and procedures.