Director of Development
Highwoods Properties•Nashville, TN
•Hybrid
About The Position
As a Director of Development at Highwoods, you will direct the design and construction of development, repositioning (“HIW-tizing”), and on-occasion customer tenant improvement projects from the pre-construction phase all the way through project closeout. Represent Highwoods in a professional manner to clients, vendors and the general public. Must be a team player who collaborates and works unselfishly with co-workers and the project team. Should be curious in nature, comfortable with innovation and be up-to-speed on the latest trends and technologies.
Requirements
- Results-oriented and methodical about achieving those results
- Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written are required
- Strong analytical skills are essential
- Prior supervisory experience of development or construction projects or teams preferred
- Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently and troubleshoot problems by identifying causes, and rectifying with appropriate action plan
- Occasional travel may be required
- Must be task and detail-oriented with good follow through skills
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PPT, Outlook, Teams, etc.) as well as project management tools such as Bluebeam, Microsoft Project/Primavera, etc.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in MRI and LEED AP, Well AP, Fitwel Ambassador certifications would be a plus
Responsibilities
- Supervises architects, engineers and consultants during design, permitting and construction; negotiates professional service agreements
- Assists Market Leaders to obtain zoning entitlements and necessary permits
- Reviews plans and specifications for base building for conformance with design, budget and schedule goals
- Directs construction bid process; approves bid documents; reviews bids; recommends vendors
- Confers with and directs general contractor, subcontractors and personnel engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction
- Prepares project budgets and assists Development Analyst with cost accounting; approves invoices, pay applications and change orders
- Inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications, budget and construction schedules
- Prepares or reviews reports on progress, materials used and costs, and adjusts work schedules as indicated by reports
- Consults with other staff on major maintenance and capital projects for existing buildings
- Supervises and acts as a resource for construction staff handling customer improvement jobs
- Manages and obtains 3rd party certifications (LEED, Fitwel, Well, Wired, etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
