What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Portfolio Manager position at Zeal Development?
Company Description
Zeal Development is a real estate development company focused on collaborating with multi-unit businesses to guide them through every facet of the real estate development journey. Zeal specializes in transforming visions into reality to create turn-key properties for immediate operation. The company aims to become the ultimate real estate partner for the fastest-growing multi-unit businesses in the United States, providing streamlined, efficient, and tailored solutions.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Real Estate Portfolio Manager at Zeal Development located in Farmington Hills, MI. This is a senior, hands-on role requiring deep expertise in commercial real estate investment, debt structuring, asset optimization, and strategic portfolio management.
The successful candidate will evaluate property performance, assess market trends, collaborate with lenders and brokers, and develop strategies to enhance portfolio value.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a track record of driving value in a real estate portfolio. This role offers direct engagement with firm leadership and requires a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.
Key Responsibilities
Portfolio Evaluation & Strategy
· Analyze the performance of each asset, identifying opportunities to enhance value and mitigate risk.
· Assess lease structures, tenant creditworthiness, market conditions, and potential rent escalations.
· Develop and execute hold/sell strategies, considering tax implications and reinvestment opportunities.
Debt & Capital Optimization
· Work closely with lenders to optimize the debt structure, refinancing where necessary to enhance returns and mitigate risk.
· Evaluate financing alternatives and negotiate terms with banks and debt brokers.
Market Engagement & Transactions
· Collaborate with commercial real estate brokers to identify acquisition and disposition opportunities.
· Build and maintain relationships with executives at publicly traded REITs, institutional investors, and industry stakeholders.
· Oversee property sales and acquisitions, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with the firm’s strategic objectives.
Risk Management & Reporting
· Monitor market trends, interest rates, and tenant credit profiles to assess and mitigate portfolio risk.
· Prepare and present clear, data-driven reports to firm leadership, offering insights and recommendations on portfolio strategy.
Qualifications
- Analytical Skills and Financial acumen
- Expertise in commercial real estate financial modeling, lease analysis, and valuation.
- Strong understanding of real estate debt structures, financing strategies, and lender negotiations
- Portfolio Management expertise
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business, or related field
- Relevant certifications (CFA, CPM, etc.) are a plus
