Human Resource Specialists Limited - Our client, an industry-respected, value-driven and client-focused Private Equity firm in Victoria Island, Lagos, is recruiting smart, skilled and experienced candidates with international exposure and a strong project management background to join the VP in the planning and organization of all activities in the Real Estate Asset Development Unit in the position below:
Job Title: Senior Associate, Real Estate Asset Development
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Job Description
This is a great career opportunity. In this position, you will be part of a team of very experienced specialists delivering top quality project management and consulting services in various fields including; Business Development and Planning, Project Management, Financial Services, Power, Oil & Gas and Real Estate.
The company's service offering includes; engineering designs & construction, health & safety management and environmental impact assessment services through established working relationships with various specialist companies across the globe.
Duties and Responsibilities
Attract co-investors to develop and manage a portfolio of real estate assets.
Manage development projects from inception to completion, including project budgets and pro formas, design, zoning, marketing and leasing efforts.
Identify potential real estate investment opportunities, negotiate deal structure with potential JV partners including land owners.
Develop relationships with owners of real estate assets including land and other third party channels who can provide access to JV and investment opportunities.
Develop relationships with providers of capital including both equity and debt to provide financing for transactions.
Create project schedules and manage all aspects of projects to achieve deadlines.
Review design concepts and drawings for Real Estate Projects and provide feedback.
Make necessary site visits to review progress of construction and mock-ups and work to resolve challenges.
Provide insights into real estate research, trends and analysis - across all segments of the Real Estate.
Represent company at Real Estate conferences and other events as necessary for generating visibility of company/partnerships/interest from real estate asset owners.
Assist in the engagement of key players in the sector including regulatory authorities, banks, insurance companies, professional firms, AMCON, etc.
Develop plan to acquire suitable assets from AMCON in partnership with asset owners or as sponsor.
Work with head of principal investments to manage and oversee the capital deployment into transactions to ensure funds are deployed as per execution plan.
Execute assigned tasks and responsibilities as directed the VP, Real Estate Asset Development
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences, Built Environment or Engineering from a reputable University.
MBA from a reputable University strongly preferred.
Certification in Project Management preferred.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including MS Project, MS Excel.
Minimum of 7 years related experience with 5 in Project/Development Management.
Intermediate knowledge of construction and consultancy contracts.
Intermediate understanding of Real Estate Economics and Market.
Strong project management and execution skills.
Superior verbal and written communication skills and superb presentation skills to a wide and savvy audience.
Effective interpersonal skills and client relationship management skills.
Strong business and commercial acumen.
Intermediate research and organizational skills.
Strategic, analytical and critical thinking skills.
Strong people management skills.
Strong selling and marketing skills.
Intermediate Financial modelling skills.
Ability to understand and interpret designs.
Superior numeracy and advanced calculations skills.
Strong knowledge of fixed assets accounting, banking operations and GAAP.
Superb attention to detail and consistently produce timely and error-free work at all times.
Positive, quick thinking, and resourceful demonstrating a positive can-do attitude.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their cover letters with salary expectations and CV's to: [email protected]
Note
In the subject line of your email, please write "ISA READ". Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted so no calls or email please - thank you.
Please note that in line with our policy and practice, we will conduct a thorough and comprehensive background check on all finalists, before making a final job offer. Thank you.