Job Description

Firm Description

Wildflower Ltd LLC is a New York City-based developer of flagship industrial facilities, including last mile logistics warehouses, self-storage establishments and film studios in the New York City market. Wildflower’s entrepreneurial approach, proprietary industry relationships, in-depth market knowledge and development expertise provide it with a unique ability to acquire and develop leading institutional-quality facilities.

The candidate will be the ninth member of our team and must be comfortable in an entrepreneurial environment in a small and rapidly growing company. This person shall be a self-starter, have a willingness to participate in all aspects of Wildflower’s business and be accustomed to a fast-paced dynamic environment.

Role and Responsibilities:

Wildflower is seeking an exceptional candidate to support the Partner team on delivering overall strategies. The VP of Development is tasked with managing broad aspects of the development process from the acquisitions phase to stabilization of the completed asset for a variety of projects, ranging from the renovation of existing structures to major ground up developments.

Pre-Construction:

• Establish scope and scheduling objectives
• Assemble project team
• Review programming and space planning
• Design coordination - conceptual through certificate of occupancy
• Assist in development of a comprehensive project budget and schedule
• Identify long lead items which may affect project schedule
• Review of documents (e.g. contracts, vendor agreements, etc.)
• Evaluate approved preliminary design and its impact on budget and / or schedule
• Provide value-engineering suggestions as required, to maintain project budget
• Review final architectural and engineering drawings
• Monitor receipt of required permits and approvals
• Compile comprehensive list of potential contractors and / or subcontractors and coordinate competitive bidding process
• Prepare RFP's and bid packages for various scopes of work including general construction, specialty equipment, signage and other specialty items
• Review, evaluate and approve contractor and vendor proposals, including identification of inclusions, exclusions, general conditions and alternates
• Coordinate with the design team to ensure compliance with project budget and schedule
• Coordinate and lead project team meetings

Construction:

• Monitor contractor performance for quality assurance and adherence to contractual obligations
• Continually track expenditures and job progress for conformance to budget and schedule
• Provide Wildflower with a cash flow projection for all related expenditures
• Coordinate with information technology vendors / representatives to insure proper execution of scope within construction schedule
• Serve as central point of contact between contractors, consultants, lenders, capital partners and Wildflower
• Issue status reports to Wildflower identifying the progress of each phase and any issues affecting the Project
• Review and approve all payment applications and change orders, including documentation of any 'time and material' work
• Project budget updates
• Work to resolve design or field condition problems or disputes in a practical, constructive manner
• Conduct project meetings and document proceedings
• Coordinate reporting requirements with ownership throughout the Project
• Coordinate monthly draw requests and back up with lender(s) and accounting and construction team throughout the Project

Post-Construction:

• Assist in the development and monitoring of the 'punch-list'
• Prepare a “turnover package” with contractor(s) including warranty information, as-built drawings, equipment manuals and service contracts
• Assist in “turning over” the improved facilities to Wildflower personnel
• Finalize close-out of all contracts
• Monitor maintenance agreement and handle adhoc maintenance related items 

Highly Preferred Technical Experience:

• Complete integrity, superb communication, good cheer, desire to learn the development business, and execution/completion mindset
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration
• 7 years of experience minimum
• Familiarity with local specifications and supplements to each with reading blueprints, plans and building code
• Proficiency in planning, scheduling, and production, in Microsoft Project or equivalent software and in Microsoft Office suite of software (Outlook/Word/Excel), and can learn estimating software
• High degree of professionalism, attention to detail and strong work ethic
• Strong organizational, follow-through and communication skills
• Must be dependable, proactive and prompt
• Multi-tasker with ability to stay focused on big picture while addressing daily issues

Location: The position will be based out of the Manhattan office, with frequent travel within the five boroughs. 

Start Date: Immediate

Compensation: Competitive

Contact:

Michael Bowden, Partner / Director of Development: Mike@wildflowerltd.com

Taylor Mahoney, VP / Construction: Taylor@wildflowerltd.com

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