Gaia Real Estate
GAIA Real Estate is a vertically integrated real estate investment and development firm based in Miami and New York City. Founded in 2009, GAIA has owned and operated more than
20,000+ residential units across 90 properties , with over
$4.0 Billion in total transaction volume . GAIA invests significant partner capital alongside its investors.
Position Summary GAIA is actively acquiring and developing residential assets across multiple strategies. We are seeking a Director of Acquisitions & Development to lead sourcing, underwriting, deal execution, and development oversight. This is a senior, hands‑on role working directly with ownership, investors, and lenders.
Responsibilities Acquisitions
Source on-market and off-market acquisition opportunities
Underwrite deals and perform full financial and market analysis
Manage due diligence, contracts, and closings
Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, owners, lenders, and investors
Prepare investment memos and present deals to senior leadership and investors
Development
Lead projects from feasibility through construction completion
Manage entitlements, zoning, design, and permitting
Oversee budgets, schedules, and consultant teams
Work with architects, engineers, and contractors to deliver profitable projects
Identify and manage risks throughout the development process
Support debt financing, capital raises, and joint venture structuring
Track market trends, supply pipelines, and economic conditions
Work closely with Asset Management to hit business plan targets
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred)
10+ years of experience
in real estate acquisitions and/or development
Strong experience in
multifamily and residential projects
Advanced underwriting and financial modeling skills
Proven history of closing transactions and executing projects
Strong knowledge of zoning, development, and construction economics
High integrity, clear communicator, strong negotiator
Comfortable in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment
Location & Compensation
Primary office:
Miami, FL
Secondary / flexible office:
New York City
Compensation based on experience
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20,000+ residential units across 90 properties , with over
$4.0 Billion in total transaction volume . GAIA invests significant partner capital alongside its investors.
Position Summary GAIA is actively acquiring and developing residential assets across multiple strategies. We are seeking a Director of Acquisitions & Development to lead sourcing, underwriting, deal execution, and development oversight. This is a senior, hands‑on role working directly with ownership, investors, and lenders.
Responsibilities Acquisitions
Source on-market and off-market acquisition opportunities
Underwrite deals and perform full financial and market analysis
Manage due diligence, contracts, and closings
Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, owners, lenders, and investors
Prepare investment memos and present deals to senior leadership and investors
Development
Lead projects from feasibility through construction completion
Manage entitlements, zoning, design, and permitting
Oversee budgets, schedules, and consultant teams
Work with architects, engineers, and contractors to deliver profitable projects
Identify and manage risks throughout the development process
Support debt financing, capital raises, and joint venture structuring
Track market trends, supply pipelines, and economic conditions
Work closely with Asset Management to hit business plan targets
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred)
10+ years of experience
in real estate acquisitions and/or development
Strong experience in
multifamily and residential projects
Advanced underwriting and financial modeling skills
Proven history of closing transactions and executing projects
Strong knowledge of zoning, development, and construction economics
High integrity, clear communicator, strong negotiator
Comfortable in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment
Location & Compensation
Primary office:
Miami, FL
Secondary / flexible office:
New York City
Compensation based on experience
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