Director, Development Full Time

This position is responsible for managing aspects of master plan implementation and entitlements for proposed new retail real estate redevelopment and expansion projects within the Simon Premium Outlet portfolio.  Simon is investing in our future.  Over the next three years, Simon will invest billions over the coming years in new development and redevelopment projects to enhance and expand some of our best properties.  We are continuously evaluating our portfolio to enhance the Simon experience—places where people choose to shop, and retailers want to be.  This is an opportunity to be part of an effort to evolve our best in class Premium Outlets into the next generation of destination retail environments.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Assist in preparation of development program on selected properties based on planning, site and zoning analysis, signage, environmental and economic analyses, and all related due diligence.
• Support senior development personnel throughout planning, acquisition/disposition, entitlement.
• Work with design/construction staff on implementation, phased or otherwise, for all project requirements.
• Facilitate projects and consultants through point of completion.  Coordinate project teams consisting of attorneys, engineers, planners, and architects.
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure financial viability and leaseability of site plan alternatives.
• Assist in preparation of project cost analysis including construction and lease requirements and all related expenses to determine return on capital expenditure and project feasibility.
• Manage expenditures of committed funds with project budgets and in accordance with company procedures.
• Work with existing properties to address zoning or approval related matters, associated outlet renovation efforts, redevelopments, underutilized space reuse, peripheral parcels, and strategic planning.
• Provide regular project updates and reports to Senior Management as required.
• Work with partners, lenders, and other parties to advance efforts towards successful implementation
• Provide public representation for the project, including participating/presenting at Council and Planning Commission meetings, community workshops to garner local community support, Chamber and other industry events, presentations to potential tenants and partners, elected leaders and community groups, etc.
• Ability to travel domestically to Simon properties and other office locations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s in finance, architecture, urban planning, engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of demonstrated relevant experience preferred.
• Advanced degree in Business/Real Estate or Urban Planning with financial foundation desirable.
• Experienced development professional with substantial retail and/or outlet center experience.
• Knowledge and experience working with REA’s and CC&R’s for major mixed-use places a plus; ability to work with and communicate with major retailer partners, and third party partners that may jointly develop certain portions of such efforts.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.