Director, Real Estate Engineering

OC Sports & Entertainment • Anaheim, CA

31d • $155,000 - $195,000 • Onsite

About The Position

A great experience starts with you! Join our team to help create and develop the future of live entertainment and sports in Orange County! Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel best suit you, as an applicant, you can always see your application status in your profile. Mission: To enrich the lives in our community through shared experiences, welcoming spaces, and responsible actions. Vision: We will be the social and entertainment center of Orange County – a place where the cultural kaleidoscope of the region converges and connects. Our vibrant, rich collection of experiences will celebrate the diversity of our community. Values: Be Safe | Do the Right Thing | Be Generous | Include Everyone | Make it Easy | Be Bold The Director of Real Estate Engineering will work directly with the VP of Real Estate Engineering and the entire Anaheim Real Estate Partners, LLC Development Team to implement the OCVIBE development project and other associated adjacent properties. This role will provide oversight of, and coordinate with, design professionals, as well as representatives from multiple governmental and quasi-governmental agencies to obtain entitlement approval and construction permits for the project infrastructure and site improvements. The Director, Real Estate Engineering, must be able to develop healthy long-term relationships and appropriate partnerships with project stakeholders to aid in the successful implementation of the multi-year, multi-phased masterplan. This role must be a strong communicator, technically competent, well organized, and provide input and action for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate Development, or a related field required
• 10+ years of progressive experience in real estate development, engineering, construction, or infrastructure planning, with a focus on large-scale mixed-use or commercial projects
• Extensive experience managing consultants, contractors, and agency relationships in a development or engineering environment
• Proven track record of leading complex projects, from design through execution, while ensuring alignment with financial and operational objectives
• Deep understanding of civil engineering principles, site planning, infrastructure design, and construction best practices
• Strong grasp of real estate development processes, including entitlements, permitting, and municipal coordination
• Expertise in reviewing and managing engineering plans, contracts, scopes of work, and cost estimates
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements related to land development and construction
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess development challenges and identify optimal solutions
• Excellent negotiation and decision-making abilities to manage contracts, consultants, and agency interactions
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Able to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including municipalities, agencies, and consultants
• Able to lead cross-functional teams and provide mentorship to junior staff
• Able to adapt to changing project needs, prioritize tasks effectively, and drive results in a fast-paced environment
• Able to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices in engineering and development
• Able to synthesize complex project data and provide clear recommendations

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Big Picture Strategy and Preparation
• Work with Development and Construction on the timing of plans and project logistics to support operational and financial goals
• Assist with master plan coordination, project phasing considerations, and implementation status tracking
• Develop project-wide standards for proposed infrastructure and site improvements
• Support district-wide stormwater quality design solutions and turnover to operations
• Design Strategy Oversight
• Coordinate plan set scope for operational needs, flexibility, and financing purposes
• Review plans for consultant coordination, consistency, and adherence to adjacent conditions
• Lead design oversight and coordination efforts related to earthwork management, backbone infrastructure, and vertical construction interface
• Prepare plan packages for various district improvements, including water, sewer, dry utilities, and drainage
• Contract Scope Management
• Work with professional consultants on contracts and scopes, reviewing pricing and invoices
• Ensure agency requirements are met with public financing
• Develop RFPs for future work efforts
• Review consultant change orders and provide input on proposed scope and fees
• Value Add and Opportunity
• Prepare cost-benefit analyses on upsizing, alternative materials, and evaluating different systems and solutions
• Identify opportunities to build smarter, future-proof infrastructure, and reduce risk
• Provide input on design adjustments to enable flexibility for future market conditions
• Investigate new technology and innovative solutions to advance the district’s vision
• Technical
• Discuss approach, design practices, and options with engineers and construction trade partners
• Recommend strategies to avoid conflicts in the field, such as potholing vs. reliance on as-builts or alternative routing
• Provide input on alternatives analysis related to maintaining existing facilities vs. constructing new improvements
• Liaison
• Build relationships with municipalities and agencies to support project goals
• Assess when to negotiate vs. when to proceed as recommended by agencies
• Foster vested interest among agencies to align with project objectives
• Engage in regular meetings with key stakeholders to build trust and facilitate efficient implementation and permitting
• Construction Best Practices
• Provide on-site support for solutions and optimal sequencing during construction
• Assist with bid package compilation and development of project overview documents
• QA/QC
• Review plans to ensure the implementation of key scopes and details
• Keep consultant teams aligned with priorities and ensure work products meet completion expectations
• Verify completeness of bid documents to limit pricing and scheduling risks
• Conduct periodic site reviews to ensure critical infrastructure and scopes are properly executed
• Refine overall QA/QC processes, such as Bluebeam Studio, and confirm consultants perform internal QA/QC
• Solution and Options
• Lead engineering efforts and collaborate with Development to ensure seamless integration of site and building improvements
• Work with consultants to confirm understanding of project objectives and implementation of appropriate solutions
• Challenge consultants to provide design options and recommendations that align with the district’s character and operational goals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director