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We are seeking to hire candidates for our Supervisor Property Development (6127).    

 

Opening Date: 4/21/2025

Closing Date: 5/5/2025

Job Grade: SAM 40

Salary Range: $79,534.00-$99,424.00       

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

Assists the Manager, Joint Real Estate Development in managing property development projects involving both private and governmental entities, particularly those focused on creating public transit-oriented spaces. Performs comprehensive financial analyses related to real estate transactions, including pro forma creation and analysis, cash flow analysis, and other financial modeling as required. Assesses the potential and feasibility of private development on SEPTA property.  Assists the Real Estate Staff with a range of tasks related to real estate. Oversees the development and assists in the management of real property agreements, property appraisals, acquisitions, and dispositions. Assists in the coordination of preparation of necessary materials for senior staff and the SEPTA Board regarding all areas of responsibility.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1.  

   Assist the Manager, Joint Real Estate Development, in managing SEPTA's Transit Oriented Communities Program, including, but not limited to site identification, marketing, procurement, and executing agreements. In addition, will conduct comprehensive financial analyses related to real estate transactions, including, but not limited to pro forma creation and analysis, cash flow analysis, and other financial modeling as required.

2. Develop and recommend strategies to increase SEPTA’s revenues through property development, leasing, and the sale of surplus properties.

3. Supervises SAM staff in property appraisals, acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects. Assign responsibilities, monitor performance, ensure deadlines are met, and provide training and development.

4. Provides real estate information, expertise, and assistance to the Manager, Joint Real Estate Development, and Staff as required.

5. As needed, serve as a point of contact between SEPTA and neighboring local authorities such as Township and Borough Managers and Commissioners, as well as civic organizations, as SEPTA evaluates the extent and nature of, or concerns pertaining to the commercial development of SEPTA premises. In addition, assist with conducting presentations to Township, Borough, and County Commissions.

6. Prepare scopes of work for requisitions when outside consultants and contractors are needed. Administer consultant contracts and coordinate tenant construction projects to ensure compliance with lease terms and conditions.

7. Assist in implementing and maintaining property development, acquisition, and disposition policies and programs. Monitor departmental activities to ensure compliance with governmental and Authority regulations.

8. Oversees SEPTA’s property management functions, ensuring compliance with lease terms and conditions and rent administration procedures.

9. Identify sites, negotiate lease terms and conditions, secure executed agreements, ensure