Director, Development at Prologis

Dallas, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Real Estate, Logistics, Industrial DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

7+ years’ experience in a similar role working in the field of Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
Experience in local industrial development, land municipal approvals, and construction
Ability to travel about 20% of the time within markets
Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering (Civil or Structural) preferred, or equivalent experience
Combination of experience as project management with a general contractor/A&E/owner representation preferred
A professional license (Engineer, Architect, etc.) desirable but not required
Computer proficiency: MS Project, Google Earth, ACAD viewer (in addition to general Microsoft tools)
Experience on BIM projects desirable but not required
Self-motivated and ability to multi-task and prioritize with minimal direction
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Promote a positive, can-do attitude with a real focus on Customer satisfaction, efficiency, and effectiveness
Experience with entitlement processes in the Dallas markets preferred

Responsibilities

Work closely with capital deployment team members to execute pursuit projects as well as manage and deliver high profile BTS, extensive land development and complex inventory projects
Develop budgets, define risks and track costs, both hard and soft, for land, infrastructure, and building construction for both build-to-suit and speculative developments
Develop, tender and manage a variety of sizes of projects ranging from $100,000 to $50,000,000+ in development cost
Proactively lead and coordinate external jurisdictional entitlements and permits to meet internal and external customer requirements and project schedules
Lead a team of consultants and contractors to obtain the regional capital deployment goals and objectives
Respond to build-to-suit or leasing RFP’s by establishing site plans and floor plans, proposed specifications, construction budgets, and schedules
Establish, plan, and participate in regularly scheduled development meetings to communicate the company’s expectations and oversee the timely completion of milestones set forth in each of the contemplated developments
Ensure internal and external customer satisfaction and exceed customer’s expectations on each project
Research design, construction alternatives, and value engineering opportunities that will drive innovation in Prologis’ developments without compromising functionality or life cycle costs
Manage development activities for land and building developments including site pursuit, land due diligence, entitlement, design and construction of industrial/warehouse facilities

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

site pursuitland due diligenceentitlementspermitsdesignconstructionbudget developmentcost trackingproject tenderingteam leadershipindustrial developmentwarehouse developmentbuild-to-suitspeculative development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location for this Director, Development role?

The role is based in the Dallas, TX market, with a preference to reside in the Dallas office and interact daily with Prologis teams.

What experience is required for this position?

Candidates need 7+ years’ experience in a similar role in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management, plus experience in local industrial development, land municipal approvals, and construction.

Is travel required for this job?

Yes, the role requires the ability to travel about 20% of the time within markets.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Director, Development position?

A strong candidate brings 7+ years in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management with local industrial development experience, plus high energy, enthusiasm, an outgoing personality, technical competence, and professionalism.