Now Hiring - Friedman Real Estate - Director of Development and Acquisitions- Industrial in Farmington Hills, MI

Company Overview: Friedman Real Estate is a vertically integrated commercial real estate firm that specializes in the acquisition and build-to-suit development of industrial buildings for large companies. Having completed the acquisition or development of over 10,000,000 square feet of manufacturing, R&D/flex, warehouse, and light industrial buildings for renowned clients such as Chrysler, Emerson, Magna, Faurecia, Toyota, and Motorola, Friedman is a proven leader in the growing industrial real estate industry.

Role Overview: As a Development and Acquisition Director at Friedman Real Estate, you will play a crucial role in sourcing, evaluating, and closing on high-profile build-to-suit (BTS) projects and industrial acquisition opportunities. More specifically, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with companies and clients in the industrial field, identifying potential development sites and/or buildings for those entities, and assisting with the planning/development process including pre-closing design and entitlement work.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with team members to execute projects and successfully deliver high-profile build-to-suit and land development projects.
• Secure & respond to build-to-suit or leasing RFPs.
• Develop and foster relationships with companies and potential clients in order to generate new business opportunities.
• Identify potential site locations for development or acquisition, conducting thorough research and analysis to determine feasibility and suitability.
• Actively seek and evaluate acquisition opportunities to expand the company's real estate portfolio.
• Lead the initial planning/development process, including direction of conceptual design and entitlements.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes affecting the industrial real estate sector.
• Prepare and present reports, proposals, and presentations to internal stakeholders, clients, and partners.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in real estate development, preferably in the industrial sector. Experience with build-to-suit projects or industrial brokerage is highly desirable.
• Exceptional networking and relationship-building skills to establish connections with potential clients and industry professionals.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to prepare and present reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving abilities,
• Knowledge of local and regional real estate markets, zoning regulations, and environmental considerations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset, with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Join Friedman Real Estate and be part of a dynamic team that shapes the future of industrial real estate. Your contributions will directly impact the success of high-profile projects and drive the company's growth in this fast-paced and competitive industry.

Friedman Real Estate is an Equal Opportunity Employer Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran's status, genetic information, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.