Director, RE Asset Management

Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuveen seeks a Director of Asset Management in Dallas to lead strategic property management and leasing for a housing-focused portfolio. The role requires coordinating with property managers, negotiating contracts, and guiding investment strategies to outperform benchmarks.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in real estate asset management, with 5+ years preferred, and a Bachelor’s degree. Hybrid work in Dallas with a competitive base salary and bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 3+ years RE asset management experience; 5+ years preferred.
• Experience managing housing-focused real estate assets and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee portfolio of housing-focused real estate assets.
• Negotiate property management, leasing, and construction contracts.
• Approve investment strategies for a multi-region real estate portfolio.
• Manage risk through relationships with property managers and consultants.
• Communicate performance and strategy to investors.

Skills

Construction Management

Due Diligence

Financial Acumen

Financial Analysis

Financial Risk Management

Financial Statements

Market/Industry Dynamics

Organizational Savviness

Real Estate Investments

Real Estate Property Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Hybrid Flex

Dallas, TX - 2300 N. Field Street

Full time

R261000153

Director, Asset Management

The Director, Real Estate Asset Management position is responsible for overseeing the strategic property management activities of the organization and implementing a long-term real estate management strategy. This job is recognized as a master in the field of real estate asset management, and seeks to achieve superior returns on real estate assets through active management and leasing while operating in a highly collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Manages a portfolio of real estate assets with a focus on housing in the value add space.

• Oversees negotiations for property management, leasing and construction contracts.

• Approves the investment strategies for a significant portfolio of real estate investments, usually covering more than one region or geographical market.

• Manages risk through close interaction and management of property manager and other third party consulting relationships.

• Possesses significant knowledge of current real estate market conditions for submarkets which assets are located.

• Ensures property performance contributes to portfolio performance that beats the applicable benchmark.

• Represents the organization and its interests to the overall real estate market.

• Communicates to investors timely and accurate reports on the company's real estate management strategy and performance.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Required

Work Experience

• 3+ Years Required; 5+ Years Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level

7PL

Required Qualifications

-3+ years of RE asset management experience

Preferred Qualifications

-5+ years of RE asset management experience

Related Skills

Construction Management, Due Diligence, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Financial Risk Management, Financial Statements, Market/Industry Dynamics, Organizational Savviness, Real Estate Investments, Real Estate Property Management

Anticipated Posting End Date:

2026-10-22

Base Pay Range: $125,000/yr - $175,000/yr

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans).

Company Overview

Nuveen is a global investment leader, managing public and private assets for clients around the world and on behalf of TIAA, our parent company and one of the world's largest institutional investors. We invest in the growth of businesses, real estate, infrastructure and natural capital, providing clients with the reliability, access and foresight unique to our heritage. Our prevailing perspective on the future drives our ambition to innovate and adapt our business to the changing needs of investors - all to pursue lasting performance for our clients, our communities and our global economy. Visit www.nuveen.com to learn more about us.

Our Culture of Impact

At TIAA, we're on a mission to build on our 100+ year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrow's challenges. We equip our associates with future-focused skills and AI tools that enable us to advance our mission. Together, we are fighting to ensure a more secure financial future for all and for generations to come. We are guided by our values: Champion Our People, Be Client Obsessed, Lead with Integrity, Own It, and Win As One. They influence every decision we make and how we work together to serve our clients every day. We thrive in a collaborative in-office environment where teams work across organizational boundaries with shared purpose, accelerating innovation and delivering meaningful results. Our workplace brings together TIAA and Nuveen's entrepreneurial spirit, where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here, every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathways—because when our people succeed, our impact on clients' lives grows stronger.

Benefits and Total Rewards

The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits, please review our Benefits Summary (https://www.tiaa.org/public/pdf/benefits-at-a-glance.pdf) .

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. TIAA does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

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TIAA started out over 100 years ago to help ensure teachers could retire with dignity. Today, many people who work at not-for-profits rely on our wide range of financial products and services to support and strengthen their financial well‑being.

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Nondiscrimination & Equal Opportunity Employment

TIAA is committed to providing equal opportunity across all employment practices and we believe our employees have a right to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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