Director, Acquisitions & Development

Lpc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Lpc in Phoenix, Arizona is looking for a Director of Acquisitions & Development. This role involves sourcing and evaluating real estate opportunities, leading financial assessments, and overseeing projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 5 to 7 years of relevant experience, showcasing strong skills in project management and communication.

The position is in-office with standard hours, and benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in real estate development or related field.
• Strong understanding of the development process.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate new real estate acquisition opportunities.
• Lead underwriting and financial modeling for investment assessment.
• Oversee entitlement, design, construction, and scheduling processes.

Skills

Real estate development

Financial modeling

Project management

Communication skills

Zoning regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Master’s degree in real estate development

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Microsoft Project

Job description

The Director of Acquisitions & Development will communicate and work with senior leaders across the organization to develop new market expansion and densification strategies to meet company goals and objectives and will provide subject matter expertise and represent the needs of our brand, our operators, and our customers. Responsible for developing and implementing strategic initiatives that enable growth at scale and manage capital returns.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate new real estate acquisition and development opportunities
• Lead underwriting and financial modeling to assess investment viability
• Oversee due diligence
• Analyze and evaluate the business needs of the company to align project requirements, costs, projections, construction objectives and profit goals with each project.
• Perform site evaluations and make recommendations for site selections.
• Lead and collaborate with various departments throughout the development process to ensure timely completion of all objectives and milestones.
• Oversee the entitlement, design, construction and scheduling processes of each project.
• Develop feasibility modeling, including capital costs budgeting, pro forma return measurements and valuation methodologies.
• Understand project entitlements and implementation of approval requirements.
• Manage multiple complex entitlement and development projects simultaneously.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Desired Competency, Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, Urban Planning or related major preferred; Master degree in real estate development is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in real estate development, architecture, construction management, urban planning, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of the development process, including entitlements, design, permitting, and construction.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Proficiency in Microsoft Project is a plus.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Self‑motivated and proactive with a strong work ethic and a commitment to delivering high‑quality results.
• Knowledge of local zoning regulations, building codes, and permitting requirements

This position is 100% in‑office. The role requires working in office during standard business hours. Remote work or telecommuting is not an option for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employment

LPC is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long‑standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations

LPC provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

About Lincoln Property Company

Lincoln Property Company (LPC) is one of the largest private real estate firms in the United States. Offering a fully integrated platform of real estate services and innovative solutions to owners, investors, lenders and occupiers, LPC supports the entire real estate lifecycle across asset types, including office, multifamily, life science, retail, industrial, data center, production studio, healthcare, government, universities, and mixed‑use properties, throughout the United States, United Kingdom, and Europe. LPC’s combined management and leasing portfolio on behalf of institutional clients includes more than 680 million square feet of commercial space. For more information, visit www.lpc.com.

All job offers are contingent on completion of a background check and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.