Head of Development, Europe

Head of Development, Europe

Job Overview

Location : London, England or Frankfurt, Germany
Time Type : Full Time
Posted On : Posted 3 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID : R2041741

Our Company

At Brookfield Properties, the foundation of our success is firmly rooted in our people. Our company is comprised of experts across a range of specialties who share a goal of ensuring our properties are continuously evolving to meet the needs of our communities and stakeholders. We hire visionary, entrepreneurial talent who help us innovate and enhance our business.

Job Description

Department Overview

As one of the world’s largest investors in real estate, we own and operate iconic properties in the world’s most dynamic markets. Our global portfolio includes office, retail, multifamily, logistics, hospitality, self-storage, triple net lease, manufactured housing and student housing assets on five continents.

Working directly with a wide range of real estate portfolio companies controlled by Brookfield, this role will assist with strategic decision making, investment activities, and reporting activities of real estate companies owned by the BSREP III and BSREP IV series of opportunity funds.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive development strategy for the logistics team in Europe, focusing on market and portfolio expansion, project oversight and delivery, and operational excellence.
• Develop and implement building standards to ensure the delivery of high quality and market leading logistics space to our customers.
• Lead the planning, design, and execution of logistics development projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget while meeting quality standards.
• Oversee external development partners in their planning, design and execution of logistics development projects.
• Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks in the logistics sector across Europe.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate successful project execution and collaboration.
• Manage and mentor a team of development and construction professionals, fostering a culture of high performance, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for development projects.
• Ensure all development activities comply with local regulations, environmental standards, and corporate policies.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on project progress, market developments, and strategic initiatives.
• Attend and participate in quarterly board meetings for the companies.
• Work closely with asset management teams to assist in the sourcing and maintaining of occupier/customer relationships.
• Work closely with investment teams to assess the financial viability of potential investment opportunities.
• Write investment committee memoranda and present investment recommendations.
• Support investment teams on all aspects of transactions.

Technical Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in logistics development or project management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within Europe.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree or MBA is preferred.
• Strong understanding of the logistics and supply chain industry.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• Strong technical, mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Project planning and self-management skills.
• Team player, passionate about a career in real estate investment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position; however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

About Us

At Brookfield Properties, our success starts with our people. We develop, operate, and manage more than 1100 properties and 395 million square feet of real estate across the globe.

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