Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle
Vice President of Development and Acquisitions
Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Vice President of Development and Acquisitions will work closely with the senior leadership team and oversee the sourcing, negotiation, acquisition and development of current and new development opportunities. This role will involve assessing potential growth areas, studying market trends, and conducting detailed land acquisition analysis. In addition, the Vice President of Development and Acquisitions is instrumental in master planning and developing our acquired assets and developments to achieve our financial and operational targets.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate Development, Planning, Architecture, Business, Finance, Economics or related field strongly preferred
7-10 years of experience working in positions of increasing responsibility related to land acquisition and development such as land broker, market research, financial analysis, forward planner, real estate development, construction project management, and in a role that involves construction and/or development with knowledge of engineering drawings and setting schedules for development.
5+ years’ experience in multifamily development
Demonstrated expertise in all aspects of multifamily apartment development, including site acquisition, due diligence, entitlements, permitting, design, construction, and project management
Must be able to read, understand, and evaluate civil engineering/development plans
Experience in developing schedules and budgets and delivery within requirements
Strong leadership and communication skills are essential
Experience in contract negotiations
Understanding of local real estate market and trends
Familiarity with zoning regulations, building codes and other relevant laws governing multifamily development in the region
Knowledge of land use approvals for local and state level
Proven experience in successfully managing large-scale multifamily development projects from inception to construction completion
Ability to think creatively, anticipate challenges, and propose innovative solutions to complex issues
Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational abilities
Proficient in MS Office – Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to ULMS’ mission
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Demonstrates cultural competency
Ability to build trust quickly
Ability to work a flexible schedule including late nights and weekends
ULMS Total Compensation
** Most Benefits will take effect on the 1st of the month following a 60-day waiting period
Medical - $8,741.40 per year
Dental - $570 per year
Vision - $65.04 per year
Group Life & ADD - $41.70 per year
Employee Assistance Program - $57.60 per year
403(b) retirement - $100 per month
Health & Fitness Benefit - $419.88 per year
LinkedIn Learning Account
Professional Development Funds – up to $1500 per year for approved professional development activities
Paid Time Off
~ 3.5 weeks of PTO accrued annually during first 24 months of employment
8 annual personal holiday/health and wellness days*
11 paid holidays + 6 day paid winter holiday break
WA State Paid Family & Medical Leave – 0.8% of salary - 100% employer paid Workers Compensation Coverage - $395.20 - $3,591.33 per year (depending on class code) Taxes – 9.8% of salary
At Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our program participants, and our community. ULMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment or services on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.
The Vice President of Development and Acquisitions will work closely with the senior leadership team and oversee the sourcing, negotiation, acquisition and development of current and new development opportunities. This role will involve assessing potential growth areas, studying market trends, and conducting detailed land acquisition analysis. In addition, the Vice President of Development and Acquisitions is instrumental in master planning and developing our acquired assets and developments to achieve our financial and operational targets.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate Development, Planning, Architecture, Business, Finance, Economics or related field strongly preferred
7-10 years of experience working in positions of increasing responsibility related to land acquisition and development such as land broker, market research, financial analysis, forward planner, real estate development, construction project management, and in a role that involves construction and/or development with knowledge of engineering drawings and setting schedules for development.
5+ years’ experience in multifamily development
Demonstrated expertise in all aspects of multifamily apartment development, including site acquisition, due diligence, entitlements, permitting, design, construction, and project management
Must be able to read, understand, and evaluate civil engineering/development plans
Experience in developing schedules and budgets and delivery within requirements
Strong leadership and communication skills are essential
Experience in contract negotiations
Understanding of local real estate market and trends
Familiarity with zoning regulations, building codes and other relevant laws governing multifamily development in the region
Knowledge of land use approvals for local and state level
Proven experience in successfully managing large-scale multifamily development projects from inception to construction completion
Ability to think creatively, anticipate challenges, and propose innovative solutions to complex issues
Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational abilities
Proficient in MS Office – Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to ULMS’ mission
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Demonstrates cultural competency
Ability to build trust quickly
Ability to work a flexible schedule including late nights and weekends
ULMS Total Compensation
** Most Benefits will take effect on the 1st of the month following a 60-day waiting period
Medical - $8,741.40 per year
Dental - $570 per year
Vision - $65.04 per year
Group Life & ADD - $41.70 per year
Employee Assistance Program - $57.60 per year
403(b) retirement - $100 per month
Health & Fitness Benefit - $419.88 per year
LinkedIn Learning Account
Professional Development Funds – up to $1500 per year for approved professional development activities
Paid Time Off
~ 3.5 weeks of PTO accrued annually during first 24 months of employment
8 annual personal holiday/health and wellness days*
11 paid holidays + 6 day paid winter holiday break
WA State Paid Family & Medical Leave – 0.8% of salary - 100% employer paid Workers Compensation Coverage - $395.20 - $3,591.33 per year (depending on class code) Taxes – 9.8% of salary
At Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our program participants, and our community. ULMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment or services on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.