Head of Development

JOB SUMMARY:

The Head of Development will be part of a growing team of professionals focused on the development of properties in Charleston, SC. The candidate will have direct responsibility for managing all development aspects of the property, and will work closely with the partnership to assemble the appropriate teams to manage the project. The candidate will have direct responsibility for managing ground-up development projects and major adaptive re-use projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

      Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; preferred in Development, Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering or a related field of study from an accredited university; and

• Minimum of 10 years of experience developing projects from land acquisition through construction of multiple product types. Development experience as the Principal or development partner is essential.

• Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Construction experience in either ground-up or adaptive re-use is beneficial

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Manage development through completion, including working closely with the partnership in: selection of design team, zoning, community engagement, design management, budget oversight, underwriting and execution of the project.  The Head of Development will ensure that the vision and the program are executed successfully.
• Provide leadership and management oversight for team members on the project.
• Create and manage development plans, targets and reviews of their direct reports.
• Work closely with the partnership to develop and execute staffing plans and budgets, and manage the annual forecast and quarterly updates.
• Develop a strong and positive relationship with community and municipal leaders and departments, particularly those groups with influence with respect to entitlements efforts.
• Support and lead as required leasing efforts during the development phase

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

      Knowledge of:

• Development, zoning process, community outreach, design management, budgeting and execution,
• Experience with AIA contracts, property management, and construction management.
• Brownfield sites and pursuit of both state and federal tax credits 

      Skill set required:

• Thoughtful approach to development
• Customer focused
• Passionate about creating community oriented mixed used developments
• Collaboration with large teams
• Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders
• Committed to a culture of innovation and inclusion
• Mentor to junior members of the development team
• Leadership skills
• Ability to perform appropriate analysis and make decisions.
• Negotiation, contract administration, project management, communications and budgeting.
• Detail-oriented, logical, and methodical approach to problem solving

Responsibilities may require an adjusted work schedule, travel, overtime, and evening/weekend hours in order to meet deadlines or attend special events. 

Organization Description

Jamestown is a design-focused real estate investment and management company with a 35+ year track record and a clear mission: to transform spaces into innovation hubs and community centers. Current and previous iconic projects include Chelsea Market in NYC, Industry City in Brooklyn, Ponce City Market in Atlanta, Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco, and the Innovation and Design Building in Boston. The company has grown its portfolio in key markets throughout the US and expanded its investment footprint to South America and Europe.

Jamestown differentiates itself through its vertically integrated platform. In addition to excelling at all the traditional functions of a real estate management company, such as acquisitions, capital markets and asset management, Jamestown possesses internal expertise to bring added value to all aspects of the real estate business. Through in-house capabilities in development and construction, architecture and design, retail leasing, creative and marketing and food and beverage curation, employees maximize value throughout an asset’s ownership period.

Jamestown has adopted principals that guide us as we build a best in class real estate investment management company, resulting in a stable and thriving organization for the long-term benefit of its employees and investors.  Its guiding principles are: integrity, excellence, innovation, passion and responsibility