Construction Development

Scott G. (United States of America)
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  1. interest group
    people uniting around a specific issue to meet a common goal
    • Coordinate outreach and communications with community interest groups and stakeholders regarding project acceptance.
  2. stakeholder
    one who has an interest in something, especially a business
    • Coordinate outreach and communications with community interest groups and stakeholders regarding project acceptance.
  3. prioritize
    assign a status in order of importance or urgency
    • Analyze, prioritize and select sites on the basis of potential profit to the company and suitability with its investment goals, with an emphasis on the companies existing portfolio of redevelopment sites in downtown Portland.
  4. interpersonal
    occurring among or involving several people
    PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

    • Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast moving, demanding and dynamic organization.
  5. pro forma
    in a set manner without serious attention
    • Prepare pro forma analysis including costs, lease-up schedules and cash flow analysis on a project by project basis.
  6. coordinate
    of equal importance, rank, or degree
    • Coordinate with company Property Management from pre-development through stabilization and hand off.
  7. validate
    confirm the legal force of
    Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and to validate project feasibility.
  8. construction industry
    an industry that builds housing
    • A functional understanding of lending institutions, the construction industry, and the brokerage community.
  9. stabilization
    the act of keeping something from fluctuating
    • Work closely with a company Construction Manager in the pre-development, project construction and marketing phase to stabilization of completed projects.
  10. amenity
    something that provides value, pleasure, or convenience
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  11. redevelopment
    the act of improving by renewing and restoring
    • Analyze, prioritize and select sites on the basis of potential profit to the company and suitability with its investment goals, with an emphasis on the companies existing portfolio of redevelopment sites in downtown Portland.
  12. zoning
    dividing an area into zones or sections reserved for different purposes such as residence and business and manufacturing etc
    • Contact municipal authorities to plan the use of development sites to secure appropriate zoning approvals.
  13. decision making
    the cognitive process of reaching a decision
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  14. trustworthiness
    the trait of deserving trust and confidence
    • Impeccable integrity, trustworthiness and reputation within the industry.
  15. market research
    research that gathers and analyzes information about the moving of good or services from producer to consumer
    Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and to validate project feasibility.
  16. suitability
    the quality of having the properties that are right for a specific purpose
    • Analyze, prioritize and select sites on the basis of potential profit to the company and suitability with its investment goals, with an emphasis on the companies existing portfolio of redevelopment sites in downtown Portland.
  17. flex
    cause something to assume a bent or crooked shape
    The portfolio consists of over 21 million square feet of Office, Industrial Flex, and Retail commercial properties with over 1,000 Multi-Family housing units.
  18. front end
    the side that is forward or prominent
    • Prepare and manage pre-development budgets to forecast and control front end expenditures.
  19. communicator
    a person who communicates with others
    • Effective communicator that can operate within a wide spectrum of internal executives, municipal authorities, community groups, industry professionals and brokers.
  20. feasibility
    the quality of being doable
    Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and to validate project feasibility.
  21. cash flow
    the excess of cash revenues over cash outlays in a give period of time (not including non-cash expenses)
    • Prepare pro forma analysis including costs, lease-up schedules and cash flow analysis on a project by project basis.
  22. formulation
    the act of inventing or contriving an idea or explanation
    • Manage the formulation of project programming to best exploit market voids and opportunities.
  23. outreach
    the act of reaching out
    • Coordinate outreach and communications with community interest groups and stakeholders regarding project acceptance.
  24. project
    a planned undertaking
    Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and to validate project feasibility.
  25. chief financial officer
    the corporate executive having financial authority to make appropriations and authorize expenditures for a firm
    • Coordinate with and support the company’s Chief Financial Officer regarding project financing.
  26. financial officer
    an officer charged with receiving and disbursing funds
    • Coordinate with and support the company’s Chief Financial Officer regarding project financing.
  27. impeccable
    without error or flaw
    • Impeccable integrity, trustworthiness and reputation within the industry.
  28. broker
    a businessman who buys or sells for another
    • Manage consultants, brokers and industry sources in the collection and analysis of market data.
  29. programming
    setting an order and time for planned events
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  30. portfolio
    a large, thin case for loose papers or drawings or maps
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  31. implementation
    the act of providing a means for accomplishing something
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  32. coordination
    regulation of diverse elements into a harmonious operation
    • Prepare marketing plans for the development projects in coordination with the company’s Corporate Marketing Director.
  33. evaluation
    the act of ascertaining or judging the quality of
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  34. dynamic
    characterized by action or forcefulness of personality
    PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

    • Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast moving, demanding and dynamic organization.
  35. marketing
    the commercial processes in promoting and selling something
    • Prepare marketing plans for the development projects in coordination with the company’s Corporate Marketing Director.
  36. functional
    designed for or capable of a particular use
    • A functional understanding of lending institutions, the construction industry, and the brokerage community.
  37. real estate
    property consisting of houses and land
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  38. lease
    a contract granting use or occupation of property
    • Prepare pro forma analysis including costs, lease-up schedules and cash flow analysis on a project by project basis.
  39. development
    a process in which something passes to a different stage
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  40. rental
    the act of paying for the use of something
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  41. analysis
    abstract separation of something into its various parts
    • Manage consultants, brokers and industry sources in the collection and analysis of market data.
  42. valuation
    an appraisal of the monetary worth of something
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  43. pipeline
    a pipe used to transport liquids or gases
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  44. analyze
    break down into components or essential features
    • Analyze, prioritize and select sites on the basis of potential profit to the company and suitability with its investment goals, with an emphasis on the companies existing portfolio of redevelopment sites in downtown Portland.
  45. programme
    a series of goals to be accomplished
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  46. investment
    laying out money or capital in an enterprise
    • Analyze, prioritize and select sites on the basis of potential profit to the company and suitability with its investment goals, with an emphasis on the companies existing portfolio of redevelopment sites in downtown Portland.
  47. operate
    perform as expected when applied
    • Effective communicator that can operate within a wide spectrum of internal executives, municipal authorities, community groups, industry professionals and brokers.
  48. municipal
    relating to a self-governing district
    • Contact municipal authorities to plan the use of development sites to secure appropriate zoning approvals.
  49. manage
    be in charge of, act on, or dispose of
    • Manage consultants, brokers and industry sources in the collection and analysis of market data.
  50. spectrum
    a broad range of related objects, values, or qualities
    • Effective communicator that can operate within a wide spectrum of internal executives, municipal authorities, community groups, industry professionals and brokers.
  51. consultant
    an expert who gives advice
    • Manage consultants, brokers and industry sources in the collection and analysis of market data.
  52. assign
    select something or someone for a specific purpose
    D. Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.
  53. skill
    an ability that has been acquired by training
    Desired Skills & Experience

    CANDIDATE MUST HAVE:

    • Bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance or closely related field, or equivalent training and experience.
  54. market
    a store where groceries are sold
    Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and to validate project feasibility.
  55. exploit
    use or manipulate to one's advantage
    • Manage the formulation of project programming to best exploit market voids and opportunities.
  56. negotiate
    discuss the terms of an arrangement
    • Good negotiating and marketing skills, and the requisite attention to detail.
  57. negotiation
    a discussion intended to produce an agreement
    • Assist in negotiations for the purchase and sale of land, as applicable.
  58. prepare
    make ready or suitable or equip in advance
    • Prepare pro forma analysis including costs, lease-up schedules and cash flow analysis on a project by project basis.
  59. downtown
    the central area or commercial center of a town or city
    • Analyze, prioritize and select sites on the basis of potential profit to the company and suitability with its investment goals, with an emphasis on the companies existing portfolio of redevelopment sites in downtown Portland.
  60. consistently
    in a systematic or steady manner
    • Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to consistently guide multi-discipline project teams to superior results.
  61. financing
    the act of funding
    • Coordinate with and support the company’s Chief Financial Officer regarding project financing.
  62. applicable
    having relevance
    • Assist in negotiations for the purchase and sale of land, as applicable.
  63. estate
    extensive landed property retained by the owner
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  64. unit
    a single undivided whole
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  65. outstanding
    of major significance or importance
    PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

    • Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast moving, demanding and dynamic organization.
  66. construction
    the act of building something
    • Work closely with a company Construction Manager in the pre-development, project construction and marketing phase to stabilization of completed projects.
  67. technique
    a practical method or art applied to some particular task
    • Solid grasp of financial analysis techniques as they apply to development projects.
  68. lending
    disposing of money or property with the expectation that the same thing (or an equivalent) will be returned
    • A functional understanding of lending institutions, the construction industry, and the brokerage community.
  69. multiple
    having or involving more than one part or entity
    • Knowledge of multiple product types.
  70. forecast
    a prediction about how something will develop
    • Prepare and manage pre-development budgets to forecast and control front end expenditures.
  71. preparation
    setting in order in advance some act or purpose
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  72. expenditure
    the act of spending money for goods or services
    • Prepare and manage pre-development budgets to forecast and control front end expenditures.
  73. assist
    give help; be of service
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  74. finance
    the commercial activity of providing funds and capital
    • Coordinate with and support the company’s Chief Financial Officer regarding project financing.
  75. requisite
    necessary for relief or supply
    • Good negotiating and marketing skills, and the requisite attention to detail.
  76. bachelor
    a man who has never been married
    Desired Skills & Experience

    CANDIDATE MUST HAVE:

    • Bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance or closely related field, or equivalent training and experience.
  77. identify
    recognize as being
    Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and to validate project feasibility.
  78. compete
    engage in a contest or measure oneself against others
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  79. expand
    extend in one or more directions
    Company Description

    Harsch Investment Properties is a dynamic, expanding real estate investment, development and management company, which owns and operates more than 100 properties throughout six Regional offices: Portland, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, San Diego and Las Vegas.
  80. objective
    the goal intended to be attained
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  81. void
    an empty area or space
    • Manage the formulation of project programming to best exploit market voids and opportunities.
  82. industry
    the action of making of goods and services for sale
    • Manage consultants, brokers and industry sources in the collection and analysis of market data.
  83. site
    the piece of land on which something is located
    • Analyze, prioritize and select sites on the basis of potential profit to the company and suitability with its investment goals, with an emphasis on the companies existing portfolio of redevelopment sites in downtown Portland.
  84. retail
    the selling of goods to consumers
    The portfolio consists of over 21 million square feet of Office, Industrial Flex, and Retail commercial properties with over 1,000 Multi-Family housing units.
  85. product
    an artifact that has been created by someone or some process
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  86. regional
    characteristic of a particular area
    Company Description

    Harsch Investment Properties is a dynamic, expanding real estate investment, development and management company, which owns and operates more than 100 properties throughout six Regional offices: Portland, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, San Diego and Las Vegas.
  87. projected
    predicted in advance; probable
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  88. integrity
    an undivided or unbroken completeness with nothing wanting
    • Impeccable integrity, trustworthiness and reputation within the industry.
  89. schedule
    a list of times at which things are planned to occur
    • Prepare pro forma analysis including costs, lease-up schedules and cash flow analysis on a project by project basis.
  90. consist
    have its essential character
    The portfolio consists of over 21 million square feet of Office, Industrial Flex, and Retail commercial properties with over 1,000 Multi-Family housing units.
  91. demanding
    requiring more than usually expected or thought due
    PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

    • Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast moving, demanding and dynamic organization.
  92. property
    something owned
    • Coordinate with company Property Management from pre-development through stabilization and hand off.
  93. phase
    any distinct time period in a sequence of events
    • Work closely with a company Construction Manager in the pre-development, project construction and marketing phase to stabilization of completed projects.
  94. acceptance
    the state of being satisfactory
    • Coordinate outreach and communications with community interest groups and stakeholders regarding project acceptance.
  95. community
    a group of people living in a particular local area
    • Coordinate outreach and communications with community interest groups and stakeholders regarding project acceptance.
  96. goal
    the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  97. basis
    the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun
    • Analyze, prioritize and select sites on the basis of potential profit to the company and suitability with its investment goals, with an emphasis on the companies existing portfolio of redevelopment sites in downtown Portland.
  98. relate
    give an account of
    Desired Skills & Experience

    CANDIDATE MUST HAVE:

    • Bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance or closely related field, or equivalent training and experience.
  99. package
    a wrapped container
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  100. emphasis
    intensity or forcefulness of expression
    • Analyze, prioritize and select sites on the basis of potential profit to the company and suitability with its investment goals, with an emphasis on the companies existing portfolio of redevelopment sites in downtown Portland.
  101. ability
    the quality of having the means or skills to do something
    PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

    • Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast moving, demanding and dynamic organization.
  102. accordance
    concurrence or agreement of opinion
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  103. pro
    an argument in favor of a proposal
    • Prepare pro forma analysis including costs, lease-up schedules and cash flow analysis on a project by project basis.
  104. housing
    structures collectively in which people are housed
    The portfolio consists of over 21 million square feet of Office, Industrial Flex, and Retail commercial properties with over 1,000 Multi-Family housing units.
  105. authorities
    the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
    • Contact municipal authorities to plan the use of development sites to secure appropriate zoning approvals.
  106. corporate
    of or belonging to a business firm
    • Prepare marketing plans for the development projects in coordination with the company’s Corporate Marketing Director.
  107. inform
    impart knowledge of some fact, state or affairs, or event to
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  108. equivalent
    being essentially comparable to something
    Desired Skills & Experience

    CANDIDATE MUST HAVE:

    • Bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance or closely related field, or equivalent training and experience.
  109. lend
    give temporarily; let have for a limited time
    • A functional understanding of lending institutions, the construction industry, and the brokerage community.
  110. select
    pick out or choose from a number of alternatives
    • Analyze, prioritize and select sites on the basis of potential profit to the company and suitability with its investment goals, with an emphasis on the companies existing portfolio of redevelopment sites in downtown Portland.
  111. mix
    mix together different elements
    • Manage the preparation of project programming to determine the best unit mix, amenity packages, pipeline of competing projects, current and projected rental rates, and project valuations to inform decision making by senior management.
  112. desirable
    worth having or seeking or achieving
    • Masters in Business Administration degree is desirable.
  113. planning
    an act of formulating a program for a course of action
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  114. communications
    the discipline that studies transmitting information
    • Coordinate outreach and communications with community interest groups and stakeholders regarding project acceptance.
  115. zone
    an area or region distinguished from adjacent parts
    • Contact municipal authorities to plan the use of development sites to secure appropriate zoning approvals.
  116. leadership
    the status of being in charge
    • Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to consistently guide multi-discipline project teams to superior results.
  117. relationship
    a mutual connection between people
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  118. financial
    involving fiscal matters
    • Coordinate with and support the company’s Chief Financial Officer regarding project financing.
  119. approval
    the formal act of giving agreement or permission
    • Contact municipal authorities to plan the use of development sites to secure appropriate zoning approvals.
  120. selection
    the act of choosing
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  121. experience
    the content of observation or participation in an event
    Desired Skills & Experience

    CANDIDATE MUST HAVE:

    • Bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance or closely related field, or equivalent training and experience.
  122. plan
    a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be achieved
    • Maintain excellent relationships with local and product specific real estate brokers

    B. Assist in the evaluation, selection, planning and implementation of development projects in accordance with company portfolio objectives and goals.
  123. grasp
    hold firmly
    • Solid grasp of financial analysis techniques as they apply to development projects.
  124. discipline
    a system of rules of conduct or method of practice
    • Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to consistently guide multi-discipline project teams to superior results.
  125. internal
    located inward
    • Effective communicator that can operate within a wide spectrum of internal executives, municipal authorities, community groups, industry professionals and brokers.
  126. institution
    a custom that has been an important feature of some group
    • A functional understanding of lending institutions, the construction industry, and the brokerage community.
Created on Tue Aug 21 11:40:21 EDT 2012

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