Real Estate Development Officer

Knowledge

• Comprehensive understanding of commercial real estate development, land use planning, and methods for preparing properties for market.
• Strong knowledge of economic development tools and public-private partnerships to enhance the development potential of City-owned properties.
• Expertise in negotiating real estate transactions, including complex leases, property sales, and development agreements.
• Familiarity with zoning regulations, infrastructure planning, and strategies for preparing land for sale or development.

• Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop and execute long-term land use plans that align with the City’s economic goals.
• Excellent negotiation skills, particularly in the context of high-value real estate transactions and contracts.
• Proven leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across multiple departments and with external partners to achieve strategic objectives.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present clear, persuasive arguments to stakeholders.
• Project management and problem-solving abilities, particularly in preparing properties for development and overcoming barriers to site readiness.

Scope of Work

• Spearhead initiatives to enhance the development potential of City-owned properties, ensuring they are market-ready by addressing necessary infrastructure, regulatory approvals, and site preparation.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for land use that optimize the value of Airport and other City-owned properties, ensuring alignment with long-term growth objectives.
• Lead master planning efforts to ensure properties are positioned for successful development, integrating infrastructure improvements, zoning adjustments, and market conditions.
• Act as the lead in negotiating high-value leases, sales, and development agreements, ensuring they contribute to the City’s economic development strategy.
• Collaborate with various City departments and external partners, including developers and investors, to identify opportunities for land development and execute strategic projects.

Essential Job Duties

• Prepare City-owned properties for future sale or lease by addressing site readiness, including zoning, infrastructure, and other pre-development activities.
• Develop forward-looking strategies for land use and redevelopment that position City-owned land, especially Airport-owned properties, for optimal use and maximum financial return.
• Lead high-level negotiations for leases, sales, and real estate development agreements, ensuring they align with the City’s long-term economic growth strategy.
• Oversee master planning efforts to prepare land for development by coordinating the necessary improvements to make properties attractive and ready for development.
• Act as a strategic advisor to City leadership on land development opportunities, providing expertise to inform decisions that support sustainable growth.
• Engage with private sector stakeholders to secure investments and advance key development projects that benefit the City’s economic goals.
• Stay informed on market trends and development tools to support the preparation and optimization of City-owned properties for sale or lease.