Senior Associate - Industrial & Logistics

Overview

When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Associate, title and compensation commiserate with experience, of Industrial and Logistics at Hines, you will be charged with the planning, underwriting, due diligence, financing, construction and leasing of light industrial and logistics projects principally located in the Sunbelt region of the United States. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Actively support the Managing Director to engage with the broker community and respond to RFPs and draft leasing proposals that achieve the target financial metrics set forth for assets under development and completed projects that are in operation.

• Prepare financial models, development budgets, investment committee presentations and monthly financial reports.

• Support the Managing Director to coordinate the work of external consultants, including design architects and engineers, in addition to internal teams, including construction, accounting and property management.

• Participate in on-site OAC meetings with the Hines construction manager to lead the diligence, site planning and building design and manage the consultant and contractor teams to deliver new construction on-time, on-budget and on-quality.

• Assist with interactions with third-party brokers to manage the leasing of the industrial portfolio.

• Interface with the Hines investor base and lenders for reporting and capital allocation purposes. Prepare monthly investor reports, variance analyses and updated proformas.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements include: 

• Bachelor’s degree and/or MBA from an accredited university.

• Work experience will be considered in lieu of graduate degree.

• Five or more years’ work experience specifically in underwriting and financial analysis. Commercial real estate is a plus, preferably in industrial/logistics. Experience in alternate asset classes will be considered.

• Proficiency with financial analysis; Exposure to construction and leasing is a plus.

• Underwriting and Excel skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an eye for detail.

• Possess a sense of urgency and desire to grow the industrial platform.

• Demonstrate strong initiative and problem-solving skills.

• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and work closely with a team of consultants and contractors.

• Work indoors approximately 95% of the time and outdoors 5% of the time.

• Ability to withstand long working hours, which are frequently necessary.

• Ability to use computer, calculator, etc.

• Ability to walk around project sites under construction to review progress.

• Ability to travel to and from destinations by plane and/or car.

• Ability to visually review and read correspondence, reports, etc.

• Ability to handle stressful, high-pressure atmosphere that is deadline sensitive.

Closing

At Hines, we strive for excellence as a leading global real estate investment manager, driven by our by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion¹ of assets across such property types as living, office, retail, mixed-use, logistics and life science projects – all designed to enhance value, connection and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to exceed expectations and tailor solutions to our clients' needs.

While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices, we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines' success is our 5,000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65-year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people, offering comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team, we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone, including our clients, can thrive.

Hines is proud to be named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024. ¹Includes both the global Hines organization and RIA AUM as of December 31, 2023.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.

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