Current Assignments - Multi Family Development and Construction

Vice President of Development  - Chicago, IL & Washington, DC
My client is a recognized leader in apartment investment and operations. With a current total market capitalization of approximately $20 billion, the company's portfolio is concentrated in many of the most desirable neighborhoods in the country. I have two VP positions, one in Chicago and one in DC. This person will manage front-end process of mixed-use development from site prospecting through initial design, entitlement and closing. Responsible for identifying new mixed-use development opportunities by prospecting potential sites, monitoring the market and creating relationships within the industry. Analyze the regulatory and financial feasibility of development opportunities, develop site programming, negotiate economic deal with partners and/or sellers, and proceed with assistance through due-diligence, entitlements and land closing. Once land is secured, assist in selecting and contracting the design team and establishing, monitoring and managing budgets. Work with the Operations department to direct the design of properties to meet marketing and operational goals. The position involves the following: site selection, project conceptualization, contract negotiations, obtaining entitlements, preparing and monitoring budgets, working with municipal and jurisdictional officials, selecting and supervising planners, architects and engineering consultants, working with Operations and Marketing team to develop a successful product. Develop, manage and present proformas for new and active developments. Communicate with team members to facilitate management of project budgets, schedules and meetings. Actively monitor market, with assistance, for development opportunities and knowledge of current conditions. Must have: Knowledge of local real estate market, Focused, organized and fully understand the fundamentals of urban high-rise development, planning, land development and project management; Preferably some experience working on mixed-use projects (i.e. residential, retail, office); Knowledge of relevant computer software; Excellent communications skills; MBA or Masters in Real Estate with education/background in Architecture or Urban Planning.  Ref# 1429307. Contact: abrackett@rwr.com

Director of Technical Services - Denver, CO
My client develops, designs, builds and manages 4 and 5 diamond luxury hotels and resorts nationwide. They began over 30 years ago and have become one of the largest independent hospitality management companies with more $1.5 billion in assets under management. This Director will ensure new hotels and renovations are built in compliance with our standards by managing the owner/developer plan review and approval process, monitor design to ensure operational needs are properly incorporated into new and renovated hotels by working closely with operations, verify compliance with our standards, create observation reports, and undertake on-site conclusion review. Provide project management and/or technical assistance for construction and renovation projects involving major, full service hotels. Projects include new construction, renovations, conversions, and capital expenditures ranging from $1 million to more than $200 million in total project cost. Develop design vision, scope, program, budget, and schedule for construction, as well as FF&E installations for new construction, hotel conversions, and capital expenditures for full service hotels; coordinate and develop critical path schedules for transition from construction to hotel operations; administer capital budgeting program and provide property management support for the annual capital improvement plan for the hotels; implement procedures for conducting Product Improvement Plans (PIP’s) and review process of proposed projects; coordinate with operations and provide client with staffing guidelines, offices and employee facilities program, OSE budget and schedules. Ref# 1429201 Contact: abrackett@rwr.com

Senior Project Manager - Denver, CO
My client develops, designs, builds and manages 4 and 5 diamond luxury hotels and resorts nationwide. They began over 30 years ago and have become one of the largest independent hospitality management companies with more $1.5 billion in assets under management. This person will be responsible for management of various capital projects from concept and budgeting through implementation and close out. Develop and oversee project scope, schedule and budgets for special investment projects and ongoing replacement reserve projects. Hire, train and direct project team to ensure and maintain an effective work force. Prepare bid lists and requests for proposal for all appropriate disciplines and trades. Negotiate, prepare and administer agreements and contracts with consultants and contractors. Conduct team meetings and manage all members to achieve timely project decisions, particularly, design, budget and scheduled related. Monitor and manage accounting to include cash flow schedules, insurance, lien waivers, pay applications, change orders, purchase orders, and budget variances. Minimum five years experience in project management of hospitality related properties. Experience in coordinating and managing hospitality capital improvement projects i.e. public areas, guestrooms renovations, FF&E repair and re-upholstery, FF&E procurement, site and building maintenance and upgrades. Knowledge of hotel development/design required. This would include programming, oversight of consultant work, development of OS&E, FF&E budgets. Ref# 1429200. Contact: abrackett@rwr.com

Senior Project Manager – Washington, DC and Chicago, IL
This company was founded in the late 1980's. They target investment opportunities for multi-family, mixed-use and senior housing properties. They then enhance these properties through redevelopment/renovation, management and repositioning. It is a process that has allowed them to establish their track record and build a portfolio to $1 billion in just over 10 years. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Manage, direct and monitor the performance of the project managers; Ultimate responsibility for the Acquisition/Due Diligence evaluations performed by the project managers; Schedule and budget development of new projects; Monitor the construction process for all ongoing work; Development of project reporting program; Research, solicit, and secure qualified contractors and vendors; Oversee the creation of the individual project scopes of work with the project manager(s) having ultimate responsibility for final scope of work document; Ultimate responsibility for the development of comprehensive bids packages by the project managers and their release for competitive bidding; REQUIREMENTS: 8+ years exp in Construction and/or development related business with emphasis in multi-family and particular emphasis in renovation of existing multi-family properties. Ref# 1428870 Contact: abrackett@rwr.com

Associate Vice President of Acquisitions – Denver, Colorado
This company was founded in the late 1980's. They target investment opportunities for multi-family, mixed-use and senior housing properties. They then enhance these properties through redevelopment/renovation, management and repositioning. It is a process that has allowed them to establish their track record and build a portfolio to $1 billion in just over 10 years. An ideal candidate will have: 5-7 years experience in field acquisitions, preferably multifamily acquisitions; Experience in sourcing acquisition in mountain locations a plus; The candidate must have strong market knowledge of the Denver metro and surrounding area; A proven track record of sourcing and closing relevant transactions (including off market transactions), with the ability to act quickly and capitalize on market opportunities. Additionally, the successful candidate must have the ability to utilize market knowledge to identify potential opportunities and negotiate attractive deals, while effectuating the Company’s strategic plan. Strong acquisition (multifamily, land or commercial) background, with strong analytic and quantitative approach. Confident communicator with strong presentation skills, both internal and external, are required. Ref# 1428614 Contact: abrackett@rwr.com

Manager of Design Services – Dallas, Texas
My client is one of the largest operators of limited-service hotels in the United States. Based in Dallas, Texas with 9,000 employees nationwide, they operate and provide franchise services to more than 575 hotels in 42 states and Canada. This position is responsible for providing accurate and consistent property improvement plans (PIP’s) for Franchise and corporate projects based on current Franchise conversion standards including site visit and preparation of report for the property improvement.  Maintain and update prototype plans and FF&E standard manuals. Provide conceptual site, architectural and FF&E development services for Franchise conversions and new franchise and corporate development; provide exterior rendering on Photoshop. Review architectural plan specifications and design submittals for franchise new construction and corporate renovation. Review and move recommendations on Franchise interior design packages to meet company Standards. Review and evaluate outside vendors, and suppliers products to meet company Standards. Support to Franchisees and their outside consultants to provide directions of Brand Standards Correspondence by letter or plan documents. Bachelor Degree in Architecture/Science Construction required with minimum 5 to 7 years experience. Ref# 1428660 Contact: abrackett@rwr.com

Construction Project Manager - Multiple Locations
Immediate opportunities are available at current and upcoming projects located in Houston, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Diego, Seattle, Philadelphia, Boston, Denver, Baltimore, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Tampa and Miami. Commercial and multi-family construction experience is preferred with high-end condos a plus. Minimum 10 years experience working on projects in excess of $20 million each is required. My client stands among the most active private real estate companies in the United States, specializing in the development of high quality multi-family residential properties across the nation. With over twenty-five years experience and an award-winning portfolio of residential high-rise, mid-rise, mixed use and suburban projects, they are focused on nationwide strategic growth. To date, their portfolio totals more than 30,000 units across the country and over $5 billion in project costs. Ref# 1427033 Contact: abrackett@rwr.com

Project Manager - Washington, D.C.
My client who creates upscale condo-style apartments, studios for student housing, and senior living communities is looking for a project manager for their Washington D.C. office. They are family owned and operated with nearly 30 years of expertise in real estate development, construction and property management with full-service offices in Baltimore and Washington. They have developed more than $600 million in residential, commercial and mixed-use real estate projects in the mid-Atlantic region. The individual in this role will manage project construction, supporting the Development Manager in the overall management of projects. Involvement in the project starts at conception with responsibility for providing estimating and design input. Throughout the course of the project, the project manager has responsibility for strong input of information, updating construction budgets, selecting the General Contractor, negotiating the construction budget, and subsequent management of the development's construction. The Project Manager is charged with providing expertise and oversight to the Development Manager, ensuring a successful project in terms of delivering the project on schedule, on budget, and in adherence to the approved business plan in order to maximize profitability. Ref# 1428053 Contact: abrackett@rwr.com