Development Associate

Overview:

Under the direction of the Managing Director, the Development Associate is responsible for managing project related tasks throughout the development process from project inception through project close out. This is a unique opportunity to work on one of the pre-eminent mixed-use developments in the USA, in addition to helping KETTLER's footprint grow in the Florida market. This role requires on-site attendance at our Tampa, FL Corporate Office, Monday - Thursday with Friday being a remote work day.

Responsibilities:

Job Duties (include but not limited to):

• Assist with presentations and submission requirements during the entitlement process
• Assist with market research and analysis of comparable properties in conjunction with Market Research Department
• Review and abstract legal documents and/or agreements
• Assist with requests for proposals, contracts and vendor contract management
• Attend and assist with predevelopment design and construction meetings and track action items for completion
• Track project data as needed for reporting (e.g. construction starts/finishes, budgeting, working with accounting to update pro formas, scheduling)
• Assist with required permits, construction easements, utility agreements and bonds
• Assist with equity and/or loan closing due diligence packages and closing document coordination
• Assist with management of mock ups for owner review and approval
• Assist with monthly and quarterly project reporting to investors, lenders and senior management
• Monitor completion of project specific marketing plans, collateral and timelines
• Coordinate contracts, schedules and installation for initial delivery (e.g. fitness equipment, signage, audio/tech equipment, FFE, artwork, model unit or other owner related proposals, contracts and installation)
• Assist with punchlist process, as needed
• Establish and maintain proforma model for assigned projects.
• Develop and maintain retail lease tracking worksheet for mixed-use projects
• Manage project close out documentation to satisfy investor, lender and management requirements

Qualifications:

• Must have a B.A. or B.S. Degree
• Masters Degree preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of real estate work experience (multifamily real estate development, preferred)
• Background in finance, construction or other real estate related background, required.
• Detail-oriented with capability to execute tasks at a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task to achieve desired project/team goals and deadlines.
• High degree of problem solving ability, especially as it relates to use of resources outside of the department or company,
• Experience with financial modeling/proformas, required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, required.
• Candidate must be proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint and Outlook.