Director of Development, Seaport
WS Development, United States

Massachusetts-based WS Development is a mixed-use developer with a singular mission: creating places people want to be. With an approach that values art, science, innovation and, above all else, people, WS strives to engage each community it serves with best-in-class installations and activations. Established in 1990, WS is a vertically-integrated company that conceptualizes, owns, operates and leases more than 100 properties that range from cutting-edge urban spaces to lifestyle and community centers. With over 20 million square feet of existing space and an additional five million square feet under development, it is one of the largest privately-owned development firms in the country.

Overview:

WS Development is seeking a Director of Development who will be responsible for managing various components of the Seaport project, including assignments ranging from a high-rise multi-use tower and garage to public realm improvement projects and multiple other aspects of WS’ Seaport project. This position will manage multiple aspects of each project from remaining regulatory approvals, team assembly, design management, preconstruction, construction, leasing support, and closeout. She or he will also be responsible for developing and accountable for tracking to an overall project budget and schedule, in addition to supporting the construction financing process. This role will report to the Vice President of Development at WS Development with frequent interaction with the SVP Seaport and other interdisciplinary team members.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience leading both internal and external project teams, managing urban high rise construction projects of exceptional design quality, and navigating aggressive project schedules while managing multiple constituencies and stakeholder demands. This position will work closely with internal stakeholders and should be comfortable leaning on personal experience while executing on feedback from both internal and external sources and providing direction that is based on an inclusive decision-making process and focused on driving each project towards its overall goals.

Immediate Opportunity/Initial Success:

Initial success will include the development of strong, collaborative relationships with your cross-functional partners across company disciplines, including Construction, Operations, Finance, Accounting, and Marketing, as well as key external partners and the consultant team. This role will be managing a large development project with an ongoing and complicated associated enabling project. Navigating the project through design working with a world-class architecture firm while maintaining budget and schedule and driving the team towards construction commencement is the immediate opportunity.

Potential for Growth/Longer Term Success:

Requirements

• Directly relevant technical experience and a deep understanding of the development process in an urban environment.

• Strong leadership skills; the ability to motivate and inspire

• Strong organizational skills.

• Strong communication skills.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Enthusiasm, initiative and a strong work ethic.

• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and an adaptability to change.

• Ability to manage and balance multiple priorities that define project success.

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

EDUCATION amp; EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management; 8-10 plus years of experience in AEC field; OPM or Owner experience is required.

• An ideal candidate will thrive working in a team-oriented environment and will work collaboratively to deliver solutions. We are seeking people who have demonstrated the ability to deliver quality work, consistently meet deadlines, and can manage to an overall budget and schedule.

Job Rewards and Benefits