Location

Houston - 10720 W. Sam Houston Pkwy North, Suite 150

Business

As part of Brookfield Asset Management — one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world — we harness our resources to bring a fresh approach, unparalleled creativity, relentless innovation, and sound ESG practices to the planning, development, and management of buildings everywhere. From offices, retail spaces, and logistics facilities to multifamily residences, hospitality establishments, and mixed-use structures — we are reimagining real estate from the ground up.

We see tomorrow, today. At Brookfield Properties, we’re a fully integrated developer so we know what it takes to go from concept to concrete, from blueprint to building. From vision, experience, resources, and ethics, every day we take these ingredients to partner with our communities, collaborating with the places where we work, customizing developments to meet the neighborhoods’ specific needs, and identifying the highest and best use for each property to create unique and lasting places that bring people together. Learn more.

If you're ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

Your Team

The Senior Director of Land is responsible for the acquisition, disposition, management and coordination of new residential and commercial  development projects within the Houston Division. In addition to the project specific responsibilities, this role manages and directs other members of the Land team on various responsibilities such as design engineering, production planning, preparing budgets, schedules and regulatory approvals, as well as collaborating with the Housing, Sales and Marketing departments, as required for overall coordination of the projects. Work closely with SVP on the creation and management of all Joint Venture partnerships in addition to the overall strategy and implementation for land acquisition in the region. Direct and manage the Land Acquisition activities for all opportunities including land entitlement and underwriting across the Division.

Your Key Deliverables

Community Development

Provides vision and leadership for all master planned communities within the DivisionIdentify new pursuit opportunities for community and lot servicing acquisitionsManage and assist in acquisition of new MPC & Lot Servicing opportunities, to include financial underwriting, CMA’s, feasibility and due diligence responsibilitiesOversee the planning / approvals and servicing of all residential or commercial projectsResponsible for delivering finished lots, common infrastructure, parks and amenities to meet internal and external demandResponsible for all lot servicing and community budgets, cashflows and returnsManages planning and engineering workloads to ensure that the business unit goals, objectives, and results are achieved with respect to community development applications, permits, and constructionEnsures the quality and timeliness of products and services delivered by the departmentEnsures that information and timely updates are received by other departments affected by the community development processEstablishes business metrics to drive appropriate quality results within the departmentActively stays abreast of new industry approaches, technology, and government policies, to keep Brookfield well-positioned to understand and realize new opportunities

Leadership

Member of the Houston Executive TeamProvide strategic input and analysis across all disciplines of the Houston businessIdentifies and accesses top talent and relationships for the benefit of Brookfield, Houston.  Including external consultants, attorneys as well as internal talent within the Land Department. Owns the development and management of relationships within all levels of municipal staff.  Primary point of contact for City Management and shared responsibilities with SVP for relationship management of elected officials. Manages and oversees Land Departmental resources and works with Directors / Development Managers / Project Managers & Construction Managers in prioritizing department responsibilities.Ensures the appropriate performance and behavior of contractors/consultants retained in the community development processEnsures that timely and appropriate feedback is provided, with respect to performance and development needs of staffProvides direction, guidance, and support staff to ensure that corporate directives and policies are understood and achievedOther duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job, as requested by management

Must Haves

Degree or certificate in Engineering, Business, Project Management, Geography or Urban Planning and 10 – 15 years development management experienceDemonstrated strategic thinking, strong business acumen, proven analytical skills and a successful history of real estate acquisitionsExcellent influencing negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills, ensuring - the highest quality deliverablesKnowledge of local community related Acts, Policies and GuidelinesConsultative, collaborative, proactive, outgoing, and practical

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Your Opportunity

We are proud to offer our employees what they value most:

Competitive compensationExcellent extended medical, dental and vision benefits beginning day 1401(k) matching, vesting begins day 1Career development programsCharitable donation matchingPaid Volunteer HoursPaid parental leaveFamily planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy and adoptions optionsWellness and mental health resourcesPet insurance offeringA culture based on our values of Passion, Integrity and Community

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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.