American Real Estate Partners (AREP)

Vice President, Acquisitions

American Real Estate Partners (AREP), McLean

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Headquartered in the Greater Washington area, American Real Estate Partners (AREP) is a US-based leading institutional fund manager and real estate partner with over $13 billion deployed across key U.S. markets. Specializing in data center, residential, industrial, and office assets, AREP has acquired more than 34 million square feet of Class A real estate and currently manages over 25 million square feet.
PowerHouse Data Centers, a wholly owned division of AREP, is a developer and owner of next-generation data centers and provides technical real estate solutions for hyperscalers across the country. Backed by strategic joint venture partnerships, PowerHouse leverages its proven leadership and best-in-class technical expertise to deliver innovative real estate solutions.
Job Description:
We are currently looking for a skilled, highly analytical Vice President of Acquisitions to work in collaboration with our internal and external partners. The role will primarily be focused on data center and industrial or commercial investments, but may have involvement with other acquisitions and capital markets activities throughout the business.
The Vice President, Acquisitions will report to the Managing Director, Acquisitions and will work closely with both internal and external partners to build the AREP brand and manage the full life-cycle acquisitions process from sourcing to closing while performing s trong analytical and due diligence responsibilities. This individual will also have an understanding of negotiation.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Source and analyze prospective, value add investment opportunities.
Complete all necessary aspects of the due diligence process for any investment opportunities being pursued, including but not limited to physical due diligence, zoning and site plan approvals, utilities, tenant credit analysis, drafting detailed lease abstracts, third party report reviews, lease and loan document reviews, market analysis and competitive positioning.
Work with outside investors, including institutional limited partners and fund investors on new investment opportunities.
Assist in due diligence, negotiation, and closing with potential lenders for financing opportunities.
Perform various financial analyses for prospective investment opportunities in Excel and Argus.
Review budgets with brokers, lenders and internal departments during the underwriting, due diligence, loan and closing processes.
Create complex and dynamic pro forma models and sensitivity analyses for project cash flows and investment returns.
Prepare internal and external investment memos and written memos and communications with investors.
Calculate returns assuming various capital structures.
Conduct property and market tours for investment qualification and competitive positioning.
Engaged in maintaining current and building new relationships with brokers, lenders and investors.
Formulate and select target investment strategies, markets and opportunities. Compile and analyze data for existing markets.
Work with development teams to create development plans for properties, and refine and solve challenges per due diligence.
Seamlessly transition projects to asset management on a post-closing basis while remaining involved to solve development challenges and mange post-closing financing and capitalization needs.

Key Competencies:

Proven ability to successfully multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong time management skills, attention to detail and commitment to follow through.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment as a hands-on contributor
Excellent written communication, verbal and analytical skills necessary to communicate with brokers and investors
Ability to roll up the sleeves and get the job done.
Prior data center experience is preferred
Strong technical skills in the Microsoft Office suite in particular PowerPoint and advanced Excel skills. Able to make minimal graphic modifications in PowerPoint.

Qualifications:

BA or BS required with preferred degrees in real estate, business finance, economics or related area.
10+ years of related acquisitions experience with a proven record of success in the commercial real estate industry (office or residential) is a must. Experience in a private equity firm is a plus.
Established track record of sourcing and closing transactions.
Proficiency in development and office/multifamily modeling.
Proficient in Argus.
Travel is required; approximately 10% national travel.

AREP offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your eligible family members, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), life and supplemental life insurance and short and long-term disability insurance. Our package includes Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, 401(k) plan with employer match, Employee Assistance Program and Employee Discount Program.
AREP is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, as well as any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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Seniority level

Seniority level
Executive

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Business Development and Sales

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