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Development Risk Manager – Construction Oversight

Development Risk Manager – Construction Oversight

CompanyRaymond James Financial
LocationFlorida, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Thorough understanding of architectural and engineering industry practices.
  • Thorough understanding of development industry practices and techniques.
  • Familiarity with Real Estate and Construction Contract Law.
  • Understanding of partnership and other investment contract documents.
  • Understanding of Title, Construction, Ownership and other relevant insurance policies.
  • Thorough understanding of bank policies, procedures, investment, and loan structures.
  • Familiarity with Environmental Risk Analysis.
  • Professional degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or Real Estate Development.

Responsibilities

  • Reviews the project design, entitlements, technical merit, building code, compliance, usability, and marketability of the project.
  • Performs initial project underwriting site visit with development and production teams.
  • Evaluates the qualifications of the development team.
  • Contributes to the understanding and analysis of real estate market conditions and long term competitiveness of the project.
  • Reviews development, design, and construction contracts for appropriate structure and terms.
  • Analyzes the project budget, completion schedule, and delivery methods for material risk.
  • Recommends and assists in review and negotiations of the partnership agreements.
  • Analyzes overall risk and recommends appropriate level of oversight outsourcing.
  • Determines insurance requirements in accordance with insurance guidelines and that the appropriate insurance certificates have been received before closing.
  • Monitors and reports the progress of the development through construction and lease-up.
  • Manages oversight and third-party consultants to mitigate and communicate the impact of cost overruns, change orders, and schedule revisions.
  • Assists and advises developers and sponsors in negotiations and resolution of issues when problems develop.
  • Monitor conformance with plans and specifications and perform periodic on-site inspections if material problems arise.
  • Insures proper file documentation and compliance with funding requirements.
  • Communicates the status of document compliance and discrepancies with the original underwriting assumptions.
  • Evaluates equity fundings by reviewing and approving project draw requests and project accounting.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certification as either a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect is desired.
  • AIA or PE strongly preferred.
  • Bachelor’s: Accounting, Bachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: Finance.