Special Project Manager - Real Estate Portfolio
About the Position
Prestigious Family Office, headquartered in Dallas, TX, seeks a highly skilled Special Project Manager to oversee our California Real Estate Portfolio. This multifaceted role combines asset management, development management, and project management responsibilities. Reporting directly to the CEO, this position is crucial to our real estate strategy and operations.
Key Responsibilities
Asset Management
- Manage diverse CA portfolio (~$25M value): development properties, rentals, and Napa Valley homes
- Oversee property development, renovations, and maintenance
- Implement rental strategies and manage tenant relations
- Conduct financial management, including budgeting and performance analysis
- Ensure regulatory compliance and risk management
Development Management
- Lead execution of 9-home subdivision and 100+unit multi-family projects
- Navigate entitlement processes and manage contractors to budget
- Oversee project budgets, timelines, and quality standards
Project Management
- Manage contracts, purchasing, and financial planning for all portfolio activities
- Implement risk management strategies and technology solutions
- Collaborate with Family Office departments and external stakeholders
Qualifications & Competencies
- Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Engineering, Business, Architecture or related field
- 5+ years experience in real estate development, project and asset management
- Strong understanding of CA real estate markets, laws, codes and regulations
- Excellent financial acumen, leadership, and communication skills
- Strategic thinking and ability to handle confidential information
- Experience in purchasing, contract management, recruiting, and leading teams
- Background in Planning, Business, Architecture, Contracting and/or Construction desirable
Reporting Requirements
- Weekly: Email summary of key activities and issues
- Monthly: Comprehensive written report and video conference with CEO
- Quarterly: Presentation to Family Office leadership team
- Annually: Business plan for projects and portfolio
- As needed: Ad hoc reports, incident reports, and audit support
- Ongoing: Stakeholder communications and performance metrics dashboard
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
- Comprehensive health insurance and 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and professional development opportunities
Location & Reporting
- Primary work location in Napa Valley California with occasional travel to Dallas, TX headquarters
- Housing options available
- Reports directly to the Family Office CEO