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VP, Development

Prologis, Inc.
Columbia, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

Prologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics real estate. In partnership with our customers and our communities, we develop modern, high-quality properties that set the standard for innovative building design and sustainability. Prologis owns or has investments in properties and development projects of ~1.2 billion square feet in 19 countries and enables 2.8% of the world's GDP. We have committed to achieve net zero emissions by 2040. Beyond real estate, our Essentials platform optimizes the company's global asset portfolio to provide our customers solutions that address today's warehouse and shipping challenges. Prologis Ventures invests in logistics innovation and technology companies to modernize supply chains worldwide.

Job Title : VP, Development

Company : Prologis

Vice President, Development

Baltimore-Columbia MD

A day in the life

As the VP of Development for our markets in the East Region you will take ownership of leading development activities for land and building developments. This includes pursuit, land due diligence, entitlement, design, permitting, and construction of industrial and warehouse facilities (both speculative and build-to-suit) and data center projects.

This role encompasses leading key projects and potentially guiding and coaching a team of project management professionals. Responsibilities include forecasted development activities, providing cost and schedule information for investment memos, leading the technical side of the entitlement process, and optimizing designs and contractor bidding. Key success factors include : partnering with the local deployment team, enabling excellent communication with regional partners, innovating and implementing development best practices, and active mentoring and management of a best-in-class development team

The position requires a high degree of resiliency, energy, passion, an outgoing personality, technical competence, and integrity. The individual will be based in our Columbia, MD office and interact daily with Prologis development, deployment, and leasing teams.

Key responsibilities include :

  • Managing all development aspects for Speculative and BTS projects including : Managing the entitlement, design and permitting processes.
  • Developing and maintaining strong customer relationships.
  • Collaboration with all stakeholders; such as Customer Led Development (CLD), Customer Led Solutions (CLS), Capital Deployment, leasing and Regional Property Management, Global Development Team etc.
  • Accountability for your development portfolio performance (design, cost, schedule, quality, safety).
  • Mentoring and leading junior colleagues by providing feedback, supervising performance, sharing expertise and honing judgement skills.
  • Coaching the local Prologis Development project management team across performance, staffing and growth.
  • Accountability for ongoing innovation and initiatives.
  • Driving impact and show strength of lean construction, GC bid negotiations and design optimization initiatives against targets.
  • Develop and strengthen relationships with local jurisdictions, general contractors and design consultants.

Building blocks for success

  • 10 years' experience in a similar role working in the field of Real Estate Development, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
  • Computer proficiency : MS Project, BlueBeam, Google Earth, in addition to normal Microsoft 360 tools.
  • Experience championing a project from acquisition through due diligence, entitlements, permitting and construction.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% within the East Region.
  • Bachelor's of Science in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering (Civil or Structural) or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Consistent track record working in the field of land development and construction management. If education is technically in engineering, architecture or real estate development, applicant should have a minimum of five concurrent years' experience managing construction projects.
  • Experience on design / build projects.
  • Project management experience with a general contractor or owner's rep.
  • Be self-motivated and have the ability to multi-task and prioritize with minimal direction.
  • Possess a hardworking, positive demeanor, be a standout colleague and customer service oriented.
  • Display excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proactive in approaching solutions and problem solving.
  • Promote the Prologis brand with passion in a positive, can do demeanor with a real focus on efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Resiliency and being proactive in receiving constructive criticism with a strong continuous-improvement mindset.
  • Ability to thrive in a rapidly changing and challenging environment.
  • Hiring Salary Range of : $185,000 - $254,000. Salary and whole compensation package (bonus target & LTI) to be determined by the candidate's location, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

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    People First

    Each of us working at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. While we are one company, locations and departments operate with autonomy and accountability. Individuals take the initiative here.

    When you join Prologis, you work shoulder to shoulder with some of the top talent in the industry to do the best work of your career. Every employee belongs. Every employee contributes. Employees advance their careers here.

    As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most, our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and take a lot of time to focus on quality management and leadership development. People come first here.

    All full-time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial, and work / lifestyle-specific benefits. Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation. We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time.

    All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Employment Type : Full time

    Location : Columbia, Maryland

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    Salary : $185,000 - $254,000

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