NEOGOV · 19 hours ago
Director of Real Estate Operations and Planning
Charleston County, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Director of Real Estate Operations and Planning for the University of Charleston. This pivotal role is responsible for managing the College’s real estate portfolio, leading strategic planning, acquisition, leasing, and development initiatives to align with the College’s goals.
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Responsibilities
Drive efforts to identify and secure off-campus real estate solutions to meet the College’s needs, including Student, Academic, Research, and Administrative spaces
Serve as the College’s liaison to the City of Charleston, the South Carolina Department of Administration’s Real Property Services Division, corporate real estate development, advisors & law firms, neighborhood partner organizations, and residents
Negotiate leases, resolve landlord disputes, and ensure that off-campus spaces are optimized for College use
Develop and implement a comprehensive real estate strategy that supports the college’s long-term goals, mission, and objectives
Identify and develop opportunities to transform underused real estate assets into valuable resources, such as student housing, parking, academic and administrative spaces
Lead these initiatives from concept to completion, ensuring they align with College goals and objectives
Conduct long-term real estate planning to identify opportunities for growth, consolidation, and optimization of current assets
Oversee the acquisition and disposition of real estate properties, managing external real estate advisors, conducting negotiations, and overseeing property closings
Ensure properties are prepared for their intended use and manage compliance with program requirements
Serve as the College’s advisor for gifts of real property, evaluating potential gifts, recommending acceptance, and overseeing management and disposition of accepted properties
Maintain an inventory of all real estate holdings and leases, tracking key metrics and performance indicators
Manage all College-owned off-campus real estate, ensuring properties are maintained to promote occupancy and optimize financial performance
Coordinate activities with College departments of Lease Management and Facilities Planning to ensure seamless operations
Coordinate with CofC Foundation Property Management to ensure consistency with College property management goals and initiatives
Maintain expertise in legal, financial, and economic concepts related to real estate transactions, including property rights, ownership, financing, leasing, and evaluation
Keep abreast of state policies and procedures, including those of the South Carolina Office of the State Engineer, Office of Real Property Services, and the City of Charleston, and the City of Charleston Board of Architectural Review
Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, including IBC and ADA laws, as well as OSE design and construction policies
Collaborate on planning and coordination with Facilities Management on all aspects of construction and renovation projects in College facilities
Manage multiple, moderately complex ongoing real estate projects while planning for future initiatives, ensuring projects align with long-term planning and capital renewal goals
Oversee all phases of real estate project management, including generating statements of work, cost estimating, budgeting, and documentation
Work closely with Business Affairs, Facilities Planning, Auxiliary Services, and other college staff to ensure that facilities are functionally complete and ready for use
Develop and maintain financial key performance indicators and dashboards, providing reports and presentations to senior leadership
Conduct complex research and data analysis of revenues and expenditures, identify trends, and perform cost-benefit analyses to determine program efficiencies
Manage the real estate operations budget, perform financial analysis, and seek opportunities to optimize financial performance through strategic real estate initiatives
Analyze and position the College for potential Public Private Partnerships in real estate development
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including high-ranking college officials, department heads, contractors, architects, and engineers
Communicate technical requirements effectively to meet user needs and ensure project goals are achieved
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field is required
7+ years of relevant experience in capital assets/real estate management, with a strong foundation in general construction, mechanical systems, electrical systems, roof and building envelope systems, and campus infrastructure
Knowledge of applicable building codes, real estate law, market analysis, financial modeling, and risk management
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and other relevant software for problem-solving, design, budgeting, and record-keeping
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare and present comprehensive reports
Preferred
Experience working with the South Carolina Office of the State Engineer, SC Department of Administration Real Property Services, SC state procurement code, and the City of Charleston Board of Architectural Review
Professional experience in facilities planning, historic building renovation/restoration, and LEED, CEFP, or PMI accreditation
Knowledge of IBC and ADA law, as well as state preservation guidelines and architectural, planning, and engineering disciplines
Experience in project budget responsibility and demonstrated ability to manage project budgets effectively
Benefits
Health/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance
Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
Retirement
Long Term Disability
Paid Holidays
Free CARTA Bus Service
Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Term life insurance
Long term disability
Flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses
Retirement plan options
South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program
Tuition assistance
Holiday, annual and sick leave
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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