Howard University · 5 months ago
Executive Director of Strategic Transactions
DC-Baltimore Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$185K/yr - $1,900K/yr
10+ years expHoward University is seeking an Executive Director of Strategic Transactions to lead and direct complex real estate transactions for its capital asset portfolio. The role involves overseeing a diverse portfolio, managing relationships with internal and external partners, and executing transactions in line with the University’s strategic plan.
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Responsibilities
Formulates and executes strategies for long-range needs and uses of the University’s real property assets including acquisitions, development, leasing, and disposition of assets
Source and identify real estate direct investment opportunities and joint venture/equity partners, and negotiate Letters of Intent and Term Sheets
Coordinate pre-transaction analysis and due diligence, including financial modeling and pro forma analysis, cost-benefit or return on investment analysis, feasibility analysis, market research, and review of third-party reports such as market demand studies, environmental assessments, appraisals, facility assessment reports, among others
Execute on the University’s strategic plan and initiatives approved by Senior Administration and Board of Trustees
Prepare and present transaction analysis to Senior Administration and Board of Trustee regarding structure, economics, mission benefits, progress, etc
Obtain all required Board of Trustee approvals and resolutions for real estate transaction
Leads negotiations with investors and creditors, development partners, contractors, and vendors, ensuring that University policies are followed
Review all real estate agreements, documents, and contracts with the Office of General Counsel to ensure compliance with University strategic plans and procedures, and compliance with pertinent District of Columbia and Maryland laws, as applicable
Prepare, direct, and negotiate purchase agreements, partnership agreements, lease agreements, and other legal transaction documents needed to close transactions
Maintain copies of all University deeds, leases, and other real estate documents in a central database to allow management to respond to inquiries associated with real estate
Act as coordinator and liaison to the University legal, risk management, environmental, health and safety departments for all real estate related activities
Cultivate relationships with Community Associations, District Government agencies, and neighborhood groups to foster positive working relationships
Prepare RFQ/RFP responses for all bids, ensuring compliance to policy and procedure, including zoning laws and securing public approval
Coordinates with the Chief Financial Officer or designated committee regarding the evaluation, acceptance, management, and disposition of real property assets that are donated or bequeathed to the University
Provides support for a portfolio of real estate projects, entailing development, construction, property management, legal, and financial components
Oversees development and review of periodic reports on finances and project performance to monitor the health of each project and the portfolio
Consults with Leadership in REDCAM, CFO, and Resident Life to prioritize work requirements
Makes recommendations on processes, procedures, policies, methodologies, and metrics for managing, reviewing, measuring, and evaluating project and portfolio performance
Works collaboratively with the offices of the Chief Financial Officer and other members of the Administrative Services Leadership Team
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A Master's Degree with a minimum of 10 years of work related experience
15 years of related work experience may be substituted in lieu of educational qualifications
Demonstrated experience as a management executive in real estate transactions
Comprehensive knowledge of real estate markets and trends
Ability to conduct complex structuring including joint ventures, development, and debt instruments
Knowledge of underwriting and closing debt and equity transactions regionally and nationally
Must possess advanced analytical skills in evaluating real estate transactions
Ability to manage a transaction pipeline
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious work relationships with students, staff, faculty, University and local school officials, and the general public
Ability to develop processes and procedures to successfully monitor and provide project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
Ability to establish and execute projects by establishing communication plans to identify initial needs or supplemental project resources
Communicates with the University community, the public, and the media regarding planning, design, and construction issues is required; Management skills, particularly in decision-making, are required
Gathers and thoroughly analyzes information in order to make well-founded recommendations to the University's Senior Administration
Independent, entrepreneurial, ability to create processes to accomplish and manage acquisitions
Ability to manage multiple suppliers and strategic partner relationships
Broad knowledge of the principles and practices in financial management required
The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required
Strong Organizational, Management, Presentation And Communication Skills Are Required
Superior people relationship skills are required
Ability to plan and manage within budget and time constraints is required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
Company
Howard University
Howard University is a federally chartered, private, coeducational, and nonsectarian university.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$29.9MKey Investors
Gilead SciencesAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
2024-02-27Grant
2023-12-01Grant· $0.02M
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Ta-Nehisi Coates
Sterling Brown Endowed Chair, Department of English
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