Assistant Vice President – Real Estate Development & Construction

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) profit sharing

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Rewards and recognitions

Volunteer time off

Wellness programs

Mentoring and career development

Life insurance and disability plans

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. seeks an Assistant Vice President for Real Estate Development & Construction in the San Francisco Bay Area.

You will lead planning, budgeting, and execution of high‑impact life science projects, coordinating cross‑functional teams from design through tenant occupancy and close-out. The role emphasizes managing complex projects, aligning with budgets and schedules, and fostering strong relationships with tenants, regulators, and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive real estate development/construction experience.
• Experience delivering ground-up development of laboratory or life science facilities.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and documentation.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with leadership, tenants, regulators.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of complex development and construction projects from planning through close-out.
• Develop and manage budgets, schedules, and milestones with updates to regional leadership.
• Drive projects to completion within approved budgets, schedules, and standards.
• Navigate entitlement, permitting, and development requirements with regulatory agencies.
• Manage tenant and company obligations in lease and work letters for projects.
• Serve as primary contact for tenants, maintaining high service and communication levels.
• Lead cross-functional teams of tenants, contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Oversee third-party development/CM consultants and contractors as needed.
• Identify and resolve project risks to support tenant occupancy and rent commencement.
• Oversee payments, invoices, and contract compliance; maintain project files.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align with company standards and objectives.
• Support lease negotiations with development and construction input on scope, cost, and timelines.
• Prepare clear project status, budget, schedule, and performance reports for leadership.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Tenant relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

Job description

Assistant Vice President – Real Estate Development & Construction

Location San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Job Function Real Estate Development

Employment Status Regular, Full-Time, Exempt

We are seeking an experienced development and construction professional to lead the successful delivery of high-impact real estate projects from initial planning through construction, tenant occupancy, and close-out. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to take ownership of sophisticated projects, collaborate with tenants and senior leadership, and lead multidisciplinary teams of architects, contractors, consultants, and other industry partners. The ideal candidate brings a strong track record of managing complex development and construction projects, navigating budgets and schedules, and building trusted relationships with stakeholders. Experience delivering ground-up development and technically complex laboratory or research environments is highly valued.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and execution of complex development and construction projects from initial planning through successful completion, tenant occupancy, and project close-out.

• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and key milestones, providing regular progress, financial, and performance updates to regional leadership.

• Drive projects to successful completion in alignment with Company-approved budgets, schedules, quality standards, and business objectives.

• Build and maintain productive relationships with local jurisdictions and regulatory agencies to effectively navigate entitlement, permitting, and other development requirements.

• Manage and ensure fulfillment of both tenant and Company obligations outlined in lease and work letter agreements for assigned projects.

• Serve as a key point of contact for tenants throughout the construction process, developing strong relationships and delivering a high level of service and communication.

• Lead highly collaborative project teams consisting of tenants, contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and other partners to ensure seamless coordination and successful project delivery.

• Select, oversee, and manage third-party development and construction management consultants, contractors, and other external partners as required.

• Proactively identify and resolve project risks, challenges, and schedule impacts to support timely tenant occupancy and rent commencement.

• Manage consultant and contractor payment applications, including reviewing invoices for accuracy and compliance with contracts and project requirements.

• Oversee project administration and controls, including required documentation and certificates, consultant and contractor payments, tenant improvement allowance budgets, and project files.

• Partner cross-functionally with internal teams to align project execution with Company standards, tenant commitments, operational requirements, and broader business objectives.

• Collaborate with the leasing team during lease negotiations, providing development and construction expertise related to project scope, schedule, cost, and tenant requirements.

• Prepare clear and concise project status, budget, schedule, and performance reports for leadership and key stakeholders.

• Leverage development and construction expertise to support broader regional and Company initiatives as needed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree or other relevant advanced degree preferred.

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in real estate development, construction, project management, or a related field, with a demonstrated track record of successfully delivering complex projects.

• Significant project and construction management experience, including managing budgets, schedules, consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.

• Experience with ground-up development and the design and construction of laboratory, research, life science, or other technically complex facilities strongly preferred.

• Strong working knowledge of construction contracts and documentation, including AIA contract forms, payment applications, lien waivers, certificates of insurance, and related project documentation.

• Demonstrated experience interpreting and administering tenant leases and work letter agreements in connection with development and construction projects.

• Strong business judgment and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate project risks, navigate competing priorities, and drive issues toward resolution.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to build relationships and effectively collaborate with senior leadership, tenants, contractors, architects, consultants, municipalities, and internal stakeholders.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to successfully manage multiple complex projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong technology skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience utilizing Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word.

The expected base salary range for this position is $190,000 to $225,000 USD annually, plus annual discretionary bonus. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the consideration of many factors, which may include, but are not limited to: the individual’s knowledge, experience, education, qualifications, skills, job location, and the Company's compensation practices.

Alexandria wouldn’t be the company we are without our incredible people, and we are pleased to provide the following industry-leading and comprehensive benefits:

• 100% company-paid premiums (top-tier health, dental, and vision plan for you and your family)

• Generous 401(k) profit sharing plan

• Significant paid time off and holiday time

• Paid parental leave

• Generous rewards and recognitions

• Annual Company paid time off for volunteering

• Wellness and fitness incentives

• Mentoring and career development opportunities

• Life insurance, disability plans, and an Employee Assistance Program

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE: ARE), an S&P 500 company, is a best-in-class, mission-driven life science REIT making a positive and lasting impact on the world. With our founding in 1994, Alexandria pioneered the life science real estate niche. Alexandria is the preeminent and longest-tenured owner, operator, and developer of collaborative Megacampus TM ecosystems in AAA life science innovation cluster locations, including Greater Boston, the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, Seattle, Maryland, Research Triangle, and New York City. Alexandria has a longstanding and proven track record of developing Class A/A+ properties clustered in highly dynamic and collaborative Megacampus environments that enhance our tenants' ability to successfully recruit and retain world-class talent and inspire productivity, efficiency, creativity, and success. Alexandria also provides strategic capital to transformative life science companies through our venture capital platform, Alexandria Venture Investments. For more information, please visit www.are.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, and/or local law or ordinance, including, without limitation, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, marital status, registered domestic partner status, family-care status, veteran status, military status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or sexual orientation.