As Vice President of Investments, you will be an integral member of the Bridge Logistics Properties (BLP) team and will play a primary role in the identification of new acquisition and development opportunities in the Central US, primarily focused on the Texas markets of Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin and Houston. You will have comprehensive responsibilities related to new acquisitions and developments ranging from sourcing, underwriting and analytics, structuring, negotiating, due diligence, and closing. This is both a qualitative and quantitative position requiring strong analytical, critical thinking and writing skills with direct responsibility over properties held by our value add and development funds as well as separate account clients. You will be supported by an analytical team, entitlement and land development team, asset management professionals, and a legal and accounting group. You will report directly to the Central Region Managing Director but will interact frequently with the Chief Investment Officer and other members of the Investment Committee.
Key Responsibilities
Provide acquisition leadership in deal procurement, underwriting, negotiation, oversight of due diligence, and investment committee memos
Creation of, presentation to, and approval by the representative Investment Committee
Execute on post-acquisition strategies to ensure investment success and integration of the asset into the ownership's portfolio
Communication with clients, joint venture partners, consultants, brokers, legal and risk management professionals
Assist in quarterly asset valuations
Special projects and other responsibilities as assigned
What you should bring
Minimum 8-10 years of experience in real estate acquisitions preferably in the industrial / logistics sector
Bachelor’s Degree preferably in real estate, finance, business, accounting, economics or related area
Expert ability to review and understand financial models in excel and Argus Enterprise required
Strong quantitative skills and demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail including an editing eye, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong negotiating skills with the ability to navigate nuanced and complex investment scenarios
Ability to function both in a team-oriented setting, and independently
Strong sense of personal motivation, responsibility, entrepreneurship, team player, low ego
Ability to work well alone / with a team with little to no supervision in fast paced environments
What you can be apart of
The BLP team combines its operational and development DNA alongside deep customer, owner, and broker relationships to identify assets with pricing dislocation, attractive basis, and opportunity for operational upside. Our team's capabilities and extensive footprint within our target markets seek to drive value for both our customers and investors.
What we offer
- Full Insurance benefit suite including Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Short Term Disability, Legal & Identity Theft Insurance, and Pet Insurance.
- Company paid Life Insurance (option to buy additional available) and Long-Term Disability.
- Access to benefits concierge service.
- Access to Mental Health & Well-Being service.
- 401K:Bridge Investment Group will match your contributions dollar-for-dollar, up to 6% of your pay. These contributions are fully vested immediately. Eligible employees are automatically enrolled at a 4% contribution rate. *The employee must be at least 21 years of age and have worked for the Company for at least 60 days.
- Paid Time Off: Employee will accrue 5.23 hours of paid time off per pay period for a total of 17 days per year.
- 11 Paid Holidays per year.
- Following six (6) months of employment at the Company, you will be eligible per birth, adoption or placement of a child for four (4) weeks of paid parental leave as the primary caregiver to the child or two weeks of paid parental leave as the secondary caregiver to the child. Following two years of employment at the Company, you will be eligible for twelve weeks of paid parental leave per birth, adoption, or placement of a child if you are the primary caregiver of the child.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,000 per year of pre-approved tuition expenses will be reimbursed upon submission of approved documentation. Repayment obligations may apply if employment terminates prior to 24 months.
We at Bridge acknowledge and appreciate the uniqueness of each individual, understanding that our people are the key to our success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. Our dedication extends beyond our business goals to making a positive impact in our communities and upholding Sustainability and Responsibility (S&R) principles at our properties and corporate locations. We evaluate all candidates based on merit, without any discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other category protected by law. As an equal opportunity employer, we are devoted to creating an inclusive hiring process. We actively work to eliminate barriers and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to provide fair opportunities and access throughout the recruitment, hiring, and employment experience.
Your specific needs are important to us. If you need accommodations related to a disability or any other protected status during the recruitment process, please email talentsupport@bridgeig.com.
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