Job Description

Durham, NC, Morrisville, NC

Longfellow Real Estate Partners acquires, develops and manages science and technology real estate for leading universities, institutions and companies. Our institutional capabilities and entrepreneurial vision enable us to deliver high quality projects while satisfying each tenant’s unique requirements.
Longfellow is a collaborative and highly entrepreneurial organization. We pride ourselves on a shared work ethic and a focus on accomplishing collective objectives. Longfellow strives to develop deep and lasting relationships internally within our team and externally with our investors, clients and vendors.
Longfellow is experiencing considerable growth as we continue to expand our footprint in Boston, North Carolina, and California. Currently we’re looking for collaborative and entrepreneurial individuals to join our team. We envision considerable opportunity for advancement as our organization will literally expand around you. We believe in developing talent and providing resources for health, wellness and quality of life.

Our clients are visionary institutions and companies pushing the boundaries of human knowledge. We approach our work in the same manner in order to serve them. We embrace the benefits of rapidly evolving technology and expect that our team will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Position Background:

We are seeking to hire a motivated associate with experience or a desire to learn the commercial real estate industry to function as a Property Administrator for a 2 million square foot portfolio in I-40/RTP submarket. This position will report directly to Senior Property Manager and the General Manager of the North Carolina office. The ideal candidate must have strong analytical skills, advanced Microsoft office experience, thorough attention to detail, and the highest level of integrity.

This is a dynamic role that will work closely on a daily basis with the firm’s property management and leasing teams in the North Carolina properties. The position provides exposure to a full spectrum of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with excellent attention to detail, facility with numbers, good people skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Support the property management team in the daily operations of the NC portfolio;
• Assist in the coordination of daily activities of all vendors performing work at the site;
• Provide general administrative support for the North Carolina property management and leasing teams;
• Communicate and work with tenants in a timely and friendly manner;
• Accounts receivable and payables;
• Assist the property management team with tenant rent, accruals, service contracts, and aging reports;
• Assist in the customer interface for preventative maintenance and work order processing;
• Assist in the coordination of the lease administration process;
• Oversee the maintenance and organization of property support documents including floor plans, stacking plans, lease abstracts and marketing materials;
• Assist in creating and proofreading documents created by the property management and leasing team;
• Assist in preparation of various client reporting requirements;
• Assist on various ad hoc projects that arise;

We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside of work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in property management support. Willing to consider exceptional candidates directly from undergraduate or graduate school;
• Accounts payable experience is strongly preferred;
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred;
• Strong customer service skills required;
• Yardi experience is a bonus;
• Individual should possess excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Office;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with strong organizational skills;
• Detail oriented with independent work ethic;
• Ability to grasp new concepts quickly;

Job Description

Boston, MA, Charlotte, NC, Durham, NC, Redwood City, CA, San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA

Position Summary: 

The Associate, Creative Content will shoot, edit, convert, and upload content to appropriate websites, and create asset libraries for all existing projects and future developments. This position will travel extensively throughout Longfellow’s portfolio as needed. The Associate, Creative Content will also assist with writing titles, descriptions, closed captioning and tags for photos and videos along with video compilations and editing. Job responsibility has a strong emphasis on showcasing physical properties as well as amenity platforms and offerings of Longfellow Real Estate Partners through still photography, B-Roll video, and conduct on-site interviews. This position will work under the direction of the Associate Director, Corporate Communications, in cooperation with team members from the Marketing Vertical, across portfolio regions and functionalities. Accuracy and attention to detail when finalizing products and design is of the utmost importance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate, maintain, and set-up all photography, video, audio, and lighting equipment.
• Shoot video, take photos of Longfellow projects in all phases to develop a full asset library of Longfellow’s national portfolio.
• Showcase Elevate, Longfellow’s proprietary tenant hospitality and experience platform, and reinforce corporate value proposition through content.
• Research industry and competitor trends to suggest and execute new content ideas.
• Collaborate with Marketing Vertical on specific projects and assignments.
• Craft stories that are consistent with Longfellow’s messaging and brand communication goals.
• Works in conjunction with Associate, Social Content to produce photo and video collateral to reinforce firm’s online and social voice.
• Pack, and transport video camera, tripods, lighting, microphones, and other associated equipment to all sites and other necessary locations.
• Take still photographs of Longfellow events both internal and external (outreach).
• Capture staff photos (as needed) to create professional headshots and collateral for the company.
• Manage all created media by importing and backing up all media files.
• Editing and creating full scale videos and commercials with the Communications Vertical by using Premiere Pro, After Effects, and/or Final Cut software.
• Editing and creating photos by using Adobe Creative Suite software.
• Collaborate with Communications and Marketing Verticals throughout the post-production process.
• Export, compress, and upload videos and photographs to unlisted and public internet sites.

• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Cinematography and Film, or related field is preferred.
• Proficient using content software such as – Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut for video and Adobe Creative Suite for graphic design (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign).
• Must have experience filming, directing and editing video.
• Proficient using DLSR, video, audio and lighting equipment with demonstrable library of still shots.
• Self-starter with the ability to work in a creative, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with innate attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently on projects while also collaborating as a strong team member.

Job Description

Durham, NC

Accounting Associate – Development Accounting

Company Background:

Longfellow Real Estate Partners acquires, develops and manages life science real estate for leading universities, institutions and companies. Our institutional capabilities and entrepreneurial vision enable us to deliver high quality projects while satisfying each tenant’s unique requirements.
Longfellow is a collaborative and highly entrepreneurial organization. The firm has grown from a
small start up to a 150+ person organization with over $2 billion in AUM. We pride ourselves on a shared work ethic and a focus on accomplishing collective objectives. Longfellow strives to develop deep and lasting relationships internally within our team and externally with our investors, clients and vendors through a shared vision and values.

Longfellow is experiencing considerable growth and is investing on behalf of Longfellow Strategic Value Fund, a $500 million perpetual-life vehicle. Currently we are looking for a collaborative and entrepreneurial individual to join the Company. We envision considerable opportunity for advancement as our organization expands. We believe in developing talent and providing resources for health, wellness and quality of life.

Our clients are visionary institutions and companies pushing the boundaries of human knowledge. We approach our work in the same manner in order to serve them. We embrace the benefits of rapidly evolving technology and expect that our team will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Position Background:

We are seeking to hire an associate with a development accounting background. The ideal candidate must have a strong accounting and finance background, great quantitative skills and the highest level of integrity.

This is a dynamic role that will work closely with property accounting, project management and asset management across a pipeline of ground-up developments and building repositioning. The position provides exposure to a full spectrum of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with excellent attention to detail, leadership skills, facility with numbers, good people skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Execute the monthly construction accounting process including the review and coding of contractor invoices, communication with vendors, and compilation of reports;
• Setup and maintain project budgets, contracts and change orders in accounting software;
• Compile monthly construction draws and submit to lenders;
• Assist with preparation of maintenance of development budgets and forecasts;
• Assist in preparation of various client reporting requirements;
• Assist on various ad hoc projects that arise;

Qualifications:
We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside of work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both.

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in real estate accounting.
• Undergraduate or advanced degree in Accounting or Finance;
• Individual should possess excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel;
• Experience with real estate accounting systems (Yardi experience is a plus);
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with strong organizational skills;
• Detail oriented with independent work ethic;

Job Description

Boston, MA

Company Background:

Longfellow Real Estate Partners works with leading universities, institutions, and companies to deliver holistic real estate solutions for life sciences and technology organizations. We invest in and develop real estate assets to create transformational work environments with the world’s leading innovators. We also provide leasing, facilities, and property management services for our tenant partners.

As Longfellow partners with the world’s leading companies and institutions, our firm is equally excited about our world-class talent. Longfellow is a highly collaborative, entrepreneurial organization in the life science sector, one of the nation’s fastest growing industries.

You will be working with a team of low ego, team players, that is an exclusive selection of self-starters from around the country. Our firm has grown from a small start up to over 150 employees nationwide, as Longfellow continues to place culture, shared work ethic, and teamwork above all else. As you create deep, lasting relationships with your teammates throughout the portfolio, you will also be working with some of the most exciting, innovative external stakeholders with our key investors, clients, and vendors that share our vision and values.

Fast paced, rapidly evolving, with room to grow both personally and professionally, Longfellow not only embraces, but encourages, the benefits of a team that thrives in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Position Background:

We are seeking to hire a motivated individual with experience or a desire to learn the commercial real estate industry to function as an Executive Assistant for our property in Downtown Boston. This position will report directly to our Partner of Asset Services and be direct support to the partners of the firm nationally.

The position provides exposure to a full spectrum of duties within a fast-growing real estate investment, development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, experience with managing and overseeing an office, the ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Calendaring, travel arrangements and coordination of meetings (reserve conference rooms & order lunch etc.).
• Prepare expense reports for approval and process.
• Create and update Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint documents as necessary.

We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside of work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both.

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of administrative or executive assistant experience in a professional/corporate work environment.
• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication (written & verbal) skills required.
• Experience in interfacing and supporting a c-level executive.
• Detail oriented and highly focused on the details.
• Ability to work alongside and take direction from many different people.
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests in order to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to consistently achieve high work standards/attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness.
• Must adapt to change and be flexible
• Demonstrate initiative – the ability to think and work independently as well as work in a team.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast paced and demanding work environment.
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to work independently.
• Must have strong Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Working knowledge of real estate terminology preferred; not required
• Previous investor relations and/or accounting experience highly desirable

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Job Description

Boston, MA, Cambridge, MA

Asset Management Development Analyst

Company Background:

Longfellow Real Estate Partners acquires, develops and manages life science real estate for leading universities, institutions and companies. Our institutional capabilities and entrepreneurial vision enable us to deliver high quality projects while satisfying each tenant’s unique requirements.
Longfellow is a collaborative and highly entrepreneurial organization. The firm has grown from a small start up to a 160+ person organization with over $3 billion in AUM. We pride ourselves on a shared work ethic and a focus on accomplishing collective objectives. Longfellow strives to develop deep and lasting relationships internally within our team and externally with our investors, clients and vendors through a shared vision and values.

Longfellow is experiencing considerable growth as we continue to expand our footprint beyond our existing operations in Boston, North Carolina and California. Longfellow is currently investing on behalf of Longfellow Strategic Value Fund, a $500 million perpetual-life vehicle. This fund is the first in a series with total commitments of $2 billion. With the fund we are actively expanding to the West Coast and with our existing operations. Currently we’re looking for a collaborative and entrepreneurial individual to join Longfellow. We envision considerable opportunity for advancement as our organization expands. We believe in developing talent and providing resources for health, wellness and quality of life.
Our clients are visionary institutions and companies pushing the boundaries of human knowledge. We approach our work in the same manner in order to serve them. We embrace the benefits of rapidly evolving technology and expect that our team will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Position Background:
We are seeking to hire an analyst with a background in commercial real estate. The ideal candidate must have strong work ethic, great attention to detail, and the highest level of integrity.
This is a dynamic role that will report directly to the Director – Asset Management, Development and collaborate on a daily basis with our development, asset management and design and construction teams. The position provides exposure to a full spectrum of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with leadership skills, facility with numbers, good people skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Work with the development team, in establishing and executing a joint vision and strategy for the successful execution of development projects;
• Track development spend and ensure compliance with budget;
• Analyze lease deals and ensure compliance with investor and lender requirements;
• Attend weekly leasing meetings with 3rd party brokerage teams;
• Analyze budget changes in the development model as projects progress;

• Complete monthly, quarterly and annual investor reporting;
• Review consultant and contractor payment applications, including review of invoices for conformance with contract documents;
• Prepare investment memoranda to be presented to Investment Committee and investors for approval of any changes to the development plan
• Assist on various ad hoc projects that arise;
• Some travel required

Qualifications:

We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside of work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both.

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in real estate;
• Undergraduate degree;
• Individual should possess excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Experience in ground up development and construction (a plus);
• Must possess strong analytical skills and be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel;
• Experience with Argus Enterprise and real estate accounting systems (Yardi a plus);
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with strong organizational skills;
• Detail oriented with independent work ethic;

Job Description

Durham, NC

Company Background:

Longfellow Real Estate Partners works with leading universities, institutions, and companies to deliver holistic real estate solutions for life sciences and technology organizations. We invest in and develop real estate assets to create transformational work environments with the world’s leading innovators. We also provide leasing, facilities, and property management services for our tenant partners.

As Longfellow partners with the world’s leading companies and institutions, our firm is equally excited about our world-class talent. Longfellow is a highly collaborative, entrepreneurial organization in the life science sector, one of the nation’s fastest growing industries.

You will be working with a team of low ego, team players, that is an exclusive selection of self-starters from around the country. Our firm has grown from a small start up to over 150 employees nationwide, as Longfellow continues to place culture, shared work ethic, and teamwork above all else. As you create deep, lasting relationships with your teammates throughout the portfolio, you will also be working with some of the most exciting, innovative external stakeholders with our key investors, clients, and vendors that share our vision and values.

Fast paced, rapidly evolving, with room to grow both personally and professionally, Longfellow not only embraces, but encourages, the benefits of a team that thrives in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Position Background:

We are seeking to hire an associate with an accounting background. The ideal candidate must have a strong accounting and finance background, great quantitative skills and the highest level of integrity.
This is a dynamic role that will work closely on a daily basis on property accounting, development accounting, asset management and general company projects. The position provides exposure to a full spectrum of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with excellent attention to detail, leadership skills, facility with numbers, good people skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Assist in the monthly construction draw process which includes the review of contractor invoices, communication with vendors, and compilation of reports;
• Complete monthly and quarterly property accounting for various assets under management. This includes the preparation of financial statements, bank recs, accruals, CAM calcs, journal entries, and supporting documentation on a monthly basis;
• Work with property management team on various tasks including review and input of leases, coding and payment of invoices, and reporting;
• Assist with the accounts payable function of the firm, process payments through the firm’s AP system;
• Assist with preparation of property and development budgets and forecasts;
• Assist in preparation of various client reporting requirements;
• Assist on various ad hoc projects that arise;

Qualifications:
We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside of work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both.

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in real estate accounting. Willing to consider exceptional candidates directly from undergraduate or graduate school;
• Undergraduate or advanced degree in Accounting or Finance;
• Individual should possess excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel;
• Experience with real estate accounting systems (Yardi experience is a plus);
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with strong organizational skills;
• Detail oriented with independent work ethic;

Job Description

Redwood City, CA, San Francisco, CA

Company Background:

Longfellow Real Estate Partners works with leading universities, institutions, and companies to deliver holistic real estate solutions for life sciences and technology organizations. We invest in and develop real estate assets to create transformational work environments with the world’s leading innovators. We also provide leasing, facilities, and property management services for our tenant partners.

As Longfellow partners with the world’s leading companies and institutions, our firm is equally excited about our world-class talent. Longfellow is a highly collaborative, entrepreneurial organization in the life science sector, one of the nation’s fastest growing industries.

You will be working with a team of low ego, team players, that is an exclusive selection of self-starters from around the country. Our firm has grown from a small start up to over 150 employees nationwide, as Longfellow continues to place culture, shared work ethic, and teamwork above all else. As you create deep, lasting relationships with your teammates throughout the portfolio, you will also be working with some of the most exciting, innovative external stakeholders with our key investors, clients, and vendors that share our vision and values.

Fast paced, rapidly evolving, with room to grow both personally and professionally, Longfellow not only embraces, but encourages, the benefits of a team that thrives in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Position Background:

We are seeking to hire an Associate Director for our Asset Management team with a background in commercial real estate asset management. The ideal candidate must have strong work ethic, great attention to detail, and the highest level of integrity.

This is a dynamic role that will report to the Director, Asset Management and work directly with our asset management, project management and property management teams. The position provides exposure to a full spectrum of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with leadership skills, facility with numbers, good people skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Work directly with asset management team on various property, project and lease related activities;
• Oversee and coordinate day-to-day leasing activities, analyze and negotiate lease transactions, interact with 3rd party brokerage teams, and ensure compliance with Investor;
• Assist in developing annual budgets, quarterly reforecasts, and business plans;
• Oversee execution of property level budgets and business plans;
• Attend weekly leasing meeting with Investor and 3rd party brokerage teams as well as internal
• meetings with property and project management teams;
• Oversee property-level operations and implementation of property-level capital projects;
• Complete monthly, quarterly and annual investor reporting;
• Review and approve property level invoices;
• Prepare investment memoranda to be presented to Investment Committee and Investors
• Some travel required

Qualifications:
We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside of work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both

• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in real estate;
• Undergraduate or advanced degree;
• Individual should possess excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Must possess strong analytical skills and be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel;
• Experience in analyzing and negotiating leases (life science leasing experience a plus);
• Experience with Argus Enterprise and real estate accounting systems (Yardi a plus);
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with strong organizational skills;
• Detail oriented with independent work ethic;

Job Description

Boston, MA

Company Background:

Longfellow Real Estate Partners acquires, develops and manages life science real estate for leading universities, institutions and companies. Our institutional capabilities and entrepreneurial vision enable us to deliver high quality projects while satisfying each tenant’s unique requirements.

Longfellow is a collaborative and highly entrepreneurial organization with existing operations in Boston, North Carolina, San Diego and San Francisco. Founded in 2009, the firm has grown from a small start up to a 150+ person organization with a current real estate portfolio of over 6.5 million square feet and a development pipeline of 4+ million square feet. We pride ourselves on a shared work ethic and a focus on accomplishing collective objectives. Longfellow strives to develop deep and lasting relationships internally within our team and externally with our investors, clients and vendors through a shared vision and values.

We are looking for a collaborative and entrepreneurial individual to join Longfellow in Boston, MA and envision considerable opportunity for advancement as our organization expands. Longfellow believes in developing talent and providing resources for health, wellness and quality of life.
Our clients are visionary institutions and companies pushing the boundaries of human knowledge. We approach our work in the same manner in order to serve them. We embrace the benefits of rapidly evolving technology and expect that our team will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Position Background:

We are seeking to hire an experienced candidate with a background in commercial real estate acquisitions or investment sales to join our team in Boston, MA. The ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, great attention to detail and the highest level of integrity. Longfellow is a rapidly growing and collaborative organization. The ideal candidate will embrace the firm’s vision and values, be an enthusiastic team member, and thrive within the Longfellow environment.

This is a dynamic, hands-on role that will provide broad exposure to many facets of a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with leadership skills, communication ability, facility with numbers, good people skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Work directly with the Investments team to evaluate and underwrite potential core, value-add and opportunistic real estate acquisitions and development opportunities on behalf of the firm
• Perform complex financial analyses, including development of cash flow projections, operating pro formas, and valuation models utilizing Argus and Excel
• Assist with managing the due diligence process, including the review and analysis of leases, operating information, legal documentation, and other investment-related information
• Review and analyze investment offering materials, and gather and evaluate economic and market data
• Assist with preparation of investment memoranda to be presented to the firm’s Investment Committee and investors
• Assist in various ad hoc projects that arise

Qualifications:
We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside of work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both.

• Minimum of 2-4 years of post-college experience in an acquisitions or investment sales role in commercial real estate
• Experience with office and industrial real estate is required; experience with lab is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Argus, and Word are required.
• Ability to perform complex financial analyses, including development of cash flow projections, operating pro formas, and valuation models utilizing Argus and Excel
• Strong financial and analytical ability with solid organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and attention to detail; highly developed verbal and written communication skills are required, including business writing experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong work ethic, integrity and drive are essential candidate qualities. Candidate must also possess an enthusiastic attitude.

Job Description

San Diego, CA

**We are seeking to hire an individual with 6-10 years of experience in managing design and construction projects that include ground-up development, redevelopment, and tenant improvements.

Company Background:
Longfellow Real Estate Partners acquires, develops and manages life science real estate for leading universities, institutions and companies. Our institutional capabilities and entrepreneurial vision enable us to deliver high quality projects while satisfying each tenant’s unique requirements.

Longfellow is a collaborative and highly entrepreneurial organization. We pride ourselves on a shared work ethic and a focus on accomplishing collective objectives. Longfellow strives to develop deep and lasting relationships internally within our team and externally with our investors, clients and vendors through a shared vision and values.

Longfellow is experiencing considerable growth as we continue to expand our National footprint. Longfellow is currently investing on behalf of Longfellow Strategic Value Fund, a $500 million perpetual-life vehicle. This fund is the first in a series with total commitments of $2 billion. With the fund we are actively expanding our existing operations in our target markets. Currently we’re looking for a collaborative and entrepreneurial individual to join Longfellow. We envision considerable opportunity for advancement as our organization expands. We believe in developing talent and providing resources for health, wellness and quality of life.

Our clients are visionary institutions and companies pushing the boundaries of human knowledge. We approach our work in the same manner in order to serve them. We embrace the benefits of rapidly evolving technology and expect that our team will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Position Background:

We are seeking to hire an experienced and highly talented Senior Project Manager for ground-up development projects, redevelopment of existing buildings, and tenant improvements. This position will require moderate travel, primarily within the San Diego area. The Senior Project Manager will report directly to the Associate Director of Design and Construction and will have a working relationship with the local General Manager, the local Asset Manager, Investment Manager, Property Manager, Marketing Manager, the Managing Director and Executive Sponsor of the Region. The ideal candidate will have established a career in project management with the requisite skills to oversee the complexities of life science real estate while maintaining the highest level of integrity.

The Senior Project Manager will work closely with Longfellow colleagues as well as architects, engineers, contractors, specialty consultants, brokers and tenant representatives. The position provides exposure to a full range of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with excellent attention to detail, leadership skills, facility with numbers and software applications, good people skills and the ability to establish priorities, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

Project/Opportunity Evaluation Phase

• Review all information and documents provided as part of the offering
• Participate in the preliminary analysis of the opportunity by touring the property, and advise on the condition of the property with consideration of logistical or construction matters that will influence the project schedule or costs
• Lead zoning review of property for use type, easements, flood zones and parking criteria
• Participate in the development of a win strategy and business plan for the asset
• Working with the Regional Director, develop a preliminary hard cost and soft Cost budget and prepare a cash flow to assist the Investments team in creation of the financial model

Due Diligence Phase

• Participate in the evaluation of the opportunity by identifying design and construction risk factors that may impact the success of the acquisition including, site conditions, building infrastructure, market conditions, labor environment, cost escalation, supply chain threats and entitlement and permitting delays
• Collaborate with professional service providers engaged to evaluate the opportunity during due diligence
• Working with the Regional Director, develop a final hard Cost and soft cost budget and prepare a cash flow to assist the investments team in finalizing the final financial model

Preconstruction Phase

• Project Initiation & Strategy
o Develop an execution plan for the work program outlined in the business plan
o Assist in confirming master project schedule
o Assist in confirming project budget
• Design Team Management
o Lead the selection process for the project design professionals for the project with the Regional Director
o Prepare the professional service agreements
o Negotiate terms of the agreements with the professional services providers subject to the approval of the Regional Director and Managing Director
o Lead the internal project kick off
o Lead the development of the project program and basis of design with the design team
o Lead the development of the conceptual design, assuring strict conformance with the project budget and schedule
o Participate in the executive review and consensus approval of the conceptual design by the Regional Director, the Managing Director, Asset Management, and the Executive Sponsor of the Region
o Oversee on-going construction document production and lead the quality assurance review of the documents
o Direct the on-time performance of the design team and consultants
o Assist consultants with obtaining entitlements, public approvals and required permitting
• Contractor/CM Management

o Lead the preparation of a contractor short list for RFP solicitation with the Regional Director
o Manage the RFP process for the selection of the general contractor, including developing the RFP, leading the interview process, evaluating the proposals and making a final recommendation to the Regional Director for award
o Prepare the Construction Agreement and negotiate terms with the Contractor within the established guidelines
o Supervise the Contractor’s preconstruction services including their development of a staffing plan, logistics, schedule and construction cost estimate in strict conformance with the project budget and schedule
o Conduct regular preconstruction meetings with stakeholders and require that the architect keep minutes of the meetings

Construction Phase

• Construction Administration
o Oversee and approve contractor’s development of baseline critical path schedule, schedule of values, and submittal schedule
o Conduct regular construction meetings with contractor, designer, tenant (if applicable) and Longfellow stakeholders. Review, and approve meeting minutes for distribution by contractor
o Review and approve Contractor’s recommendations for Subcontractor award
o Monitor construction progress, quality, and schedule for compliance with the construction contract
o Conduct monthly payment application review meetings with the architect and contractor
o Review and approve monthly Applications for Payment and confirm requests are consistent with work in place. Confirm that all supporting documentation, including lien releases, material supplier invoices, and subcontractor requests are consistent with status of work
o Obtain Architect’s certification of monthly applications for payment
o Manage the process of contractor change order request review and approval including design team review, tenant approval (if applicable), and signature of Regional Director
o Close all financial and schedule matters with Contractor at least monthly
• Owners Separate Contractors
o Manage the RFP process for procurement of the owner-direct services or equipment for project
o Make recommendations for award to Regional Director
o Prepare contracts and negotiate terms with selected contractors within the established guidelines
o Manage execution of all work and delivery of services
• Financial and Administrative Management and Reporting
o Update project cost reports and cash flows monthly
o Oversee maintenance of logs of subcontract award approval, contractor change order requests, and design professional’s additional services requests
o Review design team monthly invoices and recommend approval by the Regional Director

o Prepare reporting required by stakeholders, Managing Director and Executive Sponsor
o Update use of owner contingency and forecast through project completion
o Prepare insurance program reporting required

Construction Close Out

• Monitor building official inspections for compliance with project schedule
• Monitor general contractor’s punch list process with architect and confirm completion of punch list work
• Oversee commissioning agent work
• Review and approve contractor close out documents, including O & M Manuals, As-Built Documents, and Warranties
• Witness and approve training of systems and equipment
• Lead financial close out of designers and contractor

Leasing Support

• Assist with development of marketing materials to support leasing efforts
• Assist Asset Managers with development of budgets for capital expenditures (“Cap Ex”)
• Support Asset Management in leasing efforts by providing space planning and tenant programming and preliminary schedule and cost estimates
• During lease negotiations, support Longfellow’s landlord broker and Asset Manager in cost estimating and scheduling
• Review and advise on Lease work letters

Tenant Lead Construction Projects

• Oversee Longfellow’s lease work letter obligations on tenant improvements projects managed by a third party, and enforce tenant’s work letter obligations during the design and construction period
• Review and approve tenant’s design documents to confirm compliance with building standards, building systems and infrastructure
• Attend weekly tenant/architect/contractor meetings and monitor tenant lead construction activities on behalf of property owner
• Ensure that work is executed in compliance with building rules

Qualifications
We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both

• 6-10 years of experience successfully managing design and construction projects for an architectural firm, general contractor or owner agency firm
• Life science, research, or technology-related experience is highly valued
• Advanced degree, BS, or equivalent in engineering, architecture, construction management strongly preferred
• Day to Day working proficiency with Excel, Word, MS Project,
• Working proficiency with Bluebeam and AutoCAD not required, but highly valued
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, simultaneously
• Detail oriented, self-directed and with a strong work ethic

Job Description

San Diego, CA

We are seeking to hire an experienced and highly talented Project Manager for both ground-up development projects and improvements in existing buildings. This position will require moderate travel within the operational region to which the Project Manager is assigned. The Project Manager will report directly to the Senior Project Manager and work closely with the Regional Director of Design and Construction. The Project Manager will also have a working relationship with the local Asset Manager, Investment Manager, Property Manager, Marketing Manager, the Managing Director and Executive Sponsor of the Region. The ideal candidate will have established a career in project management with the requisite skills to oversee the complexities of life science real estate while maintaining the highest level of integrity.

The Project Manager will work closely with Longfellow colleagues as well as architects, engineers, contractors, brokers and tenant representatives. The position provides exposure to a full range of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with excellent attention to detail, leadership skills, facility with numbers and software applications, good people skills and the ability to establish priorities, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

Project/Opportunity Evaluation Phase
•Support the preliminary analysis of the opportunity by touring the property, and advise on the condition of the property with consideration of logistical or construction matters that will influence the project schedule or costs
•Support the development of a winning strategy and business plan for the asset
•Review all information and documents provided as part of the offering
•Working with the Senior Project Manager, participate in developing a preliminary hard cost and soft cost budget and prepare a cash flow to assist the Investments Team in the financial model

Due Diligence Phase
•Support evaluation of the opportunity by identifying design and construction risk factors that may impact the success of the acquisition including, but not limited to site conditions, building infrastructure, market conditions, labor environment, cost escalation, supply chain threats and entitlement and permitting delays
•Working with the Senior Project Manager, participate in developing a final hard cost and soft cost budget and prepare a cash flow to assist the investments team in developing the final financial model
•Support the consultant’s work in the due diligence period
•Support zoning review of property for use type, easements, flood zones and parking criteria

Preconstruction Phase

• Project Initiation & Strategy
  • Assist in building master project schedule
  • Assist in preparing master project budget
• Design Team Management
  • Participate in the selection process for the design professionals for the project with the Senior Project Manager
  • Participate in the RFP process for the architect and engineers with the Senior Project Manager
  • Draft the design agreements
  • Participate in the internal project kick-off
  • Participate in the construction document production and assist in the quality assurance review of the documents
• Contractor/CM Management
  • Support the RFP process for the general contractor with the Senior Project Manager, including developing the RFP, participating in the interview process and providing input to the Managing Director for award
  • Draft the Construction Agreement
  • Oversee the contractor’s preconstruction services including their development of staffing plan, logistics, schedule and project budget to insure project goals are achieved
  • Conduct or participate in regular preconstruction meetings with stakeholders and keep minutes of the meetings

Construction Phase

• Construction Administration
  • Review contractor’s development of the baseline schedule, schedule of values, and submittal schedule
  • Conduct or participate in regular construction meetings with contractor, designer, tenant (if applicable) and Longfellow stakeholders. Review, and approve meeting notes for distribution by contractor
  • Evaluate contractor’s recommendations for subcontractor award
  • Monitor construction progress, quality, and schedule for compliance with business plan
  • Evaluate monthly applications for payment and confirm requests are consistent with work in place. Confirm that all supporting documentation, including material supplier and subcontractor requests are consistent with status of work. Make recommendation for approval to Senior Project Manager
  • Coordinate Architect’s certification of monthly applications for payment
  • Review and negotiate contractor’s proposed change orders and recommend approval to Senior Project Manager
  • Coordinate all tenant improvement design and construction work with contractor
• Owners Separate Contractors
  • Participate in the RFP process for procurement of the owner-direct services or equipment for project
  • Support execution of all work and delivery of services
• Financial and Administrative Management and Reporting
  • Update project cost reports and cash flows monthly
  • Review design team monthly invoices and recommend approval by the Senior Project Manager
  • Draft reporting required by stakeholders, Managing Director and Executive Sponsor
  • Update use of owner contingency and forecast through project completion
  • Prepare insurance program reporting required

Construction Close Out

• Monitor building official inspections for compliance with project schedule
• Monitor general contractor’s punch list process and confirm completion of punch list work
• Oversee commissioning agent work on property
• Review and approve contractor close out documents, including O & M Manuals, as-built documents, and warranties
• Witness and approve training of systems and equipment
• Support financial close out of designers and contractor
• Monitor tenant-led construction activities on behalf of property owner
• Support tenant space planning, and tenant improvement construction activities

Qualifications
We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both.

• 5+ years of experience successfully managing design and construction projects for an architectural firm, general contractor or owner agency firm
• Life science, research, or technology experience is highly valued
• BS, or equivalent in engineering, architecture, construction management strongly preferred
• Day to day working proficiency with Excel, Word, MS Project, Bluebeam and AutoCAD
• Candidates should possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, simultaneously
• Candidate should be detail oriented, with a strong work ethic, and be self-directed

Job Description

Boston, MA

Company Background:
Longfellow Real Estate Partners acquires, develops and manages life science real estate for
leading universities, institutions and companies. Our institutional capabilities and entrepreneurial
vision enable us to deliver high quality projects while satisfying each tenant’s unique
requirements.

Longfellow is a collaborative and highly entrepreneurial organization. The firm has grown from a
small start up to a 150+ person organization with over $2 billion in assets under
management. We pride ourselves on a shared work ethic and a focus on accomplishing
collective objectives. Longfellow strives to develop deep and lasting relationships internally
within our team and externally with our investors, clients and vendors through a shared vision
and values.

Longfellow is experiencing considerable growth as we continue to expand our national footprint.
Longfellow is currently investing on behalf of Longfellow Strategic Value Fund (“LSVF”), a series
of $500 million perpetual-life investment vehicles with total commitments of $2 billion. With the
fund, we are actively expanding our existing operations in our target markets. Currently, we are
looking for a collaborative and entrepreneurial individual to join Longfellow. We envision
opportunities for advancement as our organization expands. We believe in developing talent
and providing resources for health, wellness and quality of life.

Our clients are visionary institutions and companies pushing the boundaries of human
knowledge. We approach our work in the same manner in order to serve them. We embrace the
benefits of rapidly evolving technology and expect that our team will thrive in a dynamic and
collaborative work environment.

Position Background:

We are seeking to hire a motivated associate with experience in the commercial real estate
industry to function as a Sr. Associate, Marketing for Longfellow’s Northeast portfolio totaling
approximately 800,000 SF, and to focus on the company’s expansion into the UK market. This
position will be based in Boston, MA and report directly to the Sr. Manager, Marketing, who is
based in Durham, NC. The ideal candidate must have excellent Adobe Creative Suite
(InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) skills, 5+ years of marketing experience in the real estate
industry, have a proven track record of growing and developing team members, and experience
in strategic planning, public relations, and branding/identity. Light travel and a desire to learn
multiple markets will be required. Candidate must demonstrate great leadership and team
development skills, thorough attention to detail, and the highest level of integrity.

This is a dynamic role that will work closely on a daily basis with the firm’s leasing, asset management, property management, and Elevate (Longfellow’s proprietary tenant experience and hospitality program) teams. The position provides exposure to a full spectrum of duties within a fast-growing real estate investment, development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the Northeast marketing program for LFREP projects (currently located in
Cambridge, MA and Long Island City, NY) including branding/identity, marketing
campaigns, collateral, events, advertising, sponsorships, property websites;
• Assist in the creation of new brands as LFREP acquires new projects in the NE market;
• Create flyers, brochures, e-blasts, advertisements (print and digital), videos, websites,
events and presentations to support marketing and leasing initiatives and that adhere to
project branding/identity guidelines across the NE portfolio;
• Ensure properties and vacant spaces are “show ready” and adhere to LFREP standards at
all times;
• Ensure NE project websites/pages are current;
• Effectively coordinate with LFREP’s third-party leasing teams on property initiatives;
• Ensure CoStar is current and accurate at all times;
• Support the marketing, brand management, collateral production and execution of events
related to Elevate, LFREP’s proprietary tenant programs and experience platform, across
the NE portfolio;
• Work with Longfellow’s Corporate Communications team in helping identify PR,
sponsorship, and social media opportunities;
• Generate ideas and execute promotional events, activities and swag and organize them
effectively and in-line with brand identity standards;
• Assist Property Management teams with tenant communications as needed;
• Assist in the execution of LFREP’s mural program in the NE market;
• Assist on various ad hoc projects that arise;

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s College Degree
• Strong experience in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Strong Organizational Skills
• Event Planning
• Microsoft Office
• Eye for Interior Design
• 5+ Years Marketing Experience
• Real Estate/Property Management experience strongly preferred

Job Description

San Diego, CA

Company Background:

Longfellow Real Estate Partners works with leading universities, institutions, and companies to deliver holistic real estate solutions for life sciences and technology organizations. We invest in and develop real estate assets to create transformational work environments with the world’s leading innovators. We also provide leasing, facilities, and property management services for our tenant partners.

As Longfellow partners with the world’s leading companies and institutions, our firm is equally excited about our world-class talent. Longfellow is a highly collaborative, entrepreneurial organization in the life science sector, one of the nation’s fastest growing industries.

You will be working with a team of low ego, team players, that is an exclusive selection of self-starters from around the country. Our firm has grown from a small start up to over 150 employees nationwide, as Longfellow continues to place culture, shared work ethic, and teamwork above all else. As you create deep, lasting relationships with your teammates throughout the portfolio, you will also be working with some of the most exciting, innovative external stakeholders with our key investors, clients, and vendors that share our vision and values.

Fast paced, rapidly evolving, with room to grow both personally and professionally, Longfellow not only embraces, but encourages, the benefits of a team that thrives in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Position Background:

We are seeking to hire an Associate Director for our Asset Management team with a background in commercial real estate asset management. The ideal candidate must have strong work ethic, great attention to detail, and the highest level of integrity.

This is a dynamic role that will report to the Director, Asset Management and work directly with our asset management, project management and property management teams. The position provides exposure to a full spectrum of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with leadership skills, facility with numbers, good people skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Work directly with asset management team on various property, project and lease related activities;
• Oversee and coordinate day-to-day leasing activities, analyze and negotiate lease transactions, interact with 3rd party brokerage teams, and ensure compliance with Investor;
• Assist in developing annual budgets, quarterly reforecasts, and business plans;
• Oversee execution of property level budgets and business plans;
• Attend weekly leasing meeting with Investor and 3rd party brokerage teams as well as internal
• meetings with property and project management teams;
• Oversee property-level operations and implementation of property-level capital projects;
• Complete monthly, quarterly and annual investor reporting;
• Review and approve property level invoices;
• Prepare investment memoranda to be presented to Investment Committee and Investors
• Some travel required

Qualifications:
We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside of work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both

• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in real estate;
• Undergraduate or advanced degree;
• Individual should possess excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Must possess strong analytical skills and be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel;
• Experience in analyzing and negotiating leases (life science leasing experience a plus);
• Experience with Argus Enterprise and real estate accounting systems (Yardi a plus);
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with strong organizational skills;
• Detail oriented with independent work ethic;

Job Description

Cambridge, MA

We are seeking to hire an experienced and highly talented Property Manager for our class A lab/office portfolio consisting of three buildings in Cambridge, MA. This is a dynamic role that will work closely on a daily basis with tenants, facilities management, service contractors, accounting, as well as asset management.

The position provides exposure to a full spectrum of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with excellent attention to detail, leadership skills, facility with numbers, strong people skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Job Description

Boston, MA

Company Background:

Longfellow Real Estate Partners acquires, develops and manages life science real estate for leading universities, institutions and companies. Our institutional capabilities and entrepreneurial vision enable us to deliver high quality projects while satisfying each tenant’s unique requirements. Longfellow is a collaborative and highly entrepreneurial organization. The firm has grown from a small start up to a 150+ person organization with over $3 billion in AUM. We pride ourselves on a shared work ethic and a focus on accomplishing collective objectives. Longfellow strives to develop deep and lasting relationships internally within our team and externally with our investors, clients and vendors through a shared vision and values.

Longfellow is experiencing considerable growth as we continue to expand our footprint beyond our existing operations in Boston, North Carolina and California. Longfellow is currently investing on behalf of Longfellow Strategic Value Fund, a $500 million perpetual-life vehicle. This fund is the first in a series with total commitments of $2 billion. With the fund we are actively expanding to the East Coast and with our existing operations. Currently we’re looking for a collaborative and entrepreneurial individual to join Longfellow. We envision considerable opportunity for advancement as our organization expands. We believe in developing talent and providing resources for health, wellness and quality of life.
Our clients are visionary institutions and companies pushing the boundaries of human knowledge. We approach our work in the same manner in order to serve them. We embrace the benefits of rapidly evolving technology and expect that our team will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Position Background:

We are seeking to hire an associate with a background in commercial real estate or finance industry. The ideal candidate must have strong work ethic, great attention to detail, and the highest level of integrity.
This is a dynamic role that will report directly to the head of East Coast Asset Management and collaborate on a daily basis with our asset management, project management and property management teams. The position provides exposure to a full spectrum of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with leadership skills, facility with numbers, good people skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Work directly with asset management team on various property, project and lease related activities;
• Track progress of property-level capital projects and ensure compliance with current budget;
• Analyze lease deals, and ensure compliance with investor and lender requirements;
• Analyze net effective rent calculations and peak equity analysis
• Attend weekly leasing meetings with internal brokerage team
• Attend weekly meetings with property and project management teams;
• Review and approve property level invoices;
• Complete monthly, quarterly and annual investor reporting;
• Some travel required

Qualifications:
We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside of work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both.

• Minimum of 1-3 years of analyst experience, preferably in real estate
• Undergraduate degree
• Individual should possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience in analyzing leases (a plus)
• Must possess strong analytical skills and be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Argus Enterprise and real estate accounting systems (Yardi a plus)
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with strong organizational skills
• Detail oriented with independent work ethic

Job Description

Durham, NC

We are seeking to hire an experienced and highly talented Regional Director – Design and Construction for both ground-up development projects and improvements in existing buildings.

The Regional Director will work closely with Longfellow colleagues as well as architects, engineers, contractors, brokers and tenant representatives.  The position provides exposure to a full range of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm.

Job Description

San Francisco, CA

Company Background:

Longfellow Real Estate Partners acquires, develops and manages life science real estate for leading universities, institutions and companies. Our institutional capabilities and entrepreneurial vision enable us to deliver high quality projects while satisfying each tenant’s unique requirements.
Longfellow is a collaborative and highly entrepreneurial organization. The firm has grown from a small start up to a 150+ person organization with over $2 billion in assets under management. We pride ourselves on a shared work ethic and a focus on accomplishing collective objectives. Longfellow strives to develop deep and lasting relationships internally within our team and externally with our investors, clients and vendors through a shared vision and values.

Longfellow is experiencing considerable growth as we continue to expand our National footprint. Longfellow is currently investing on behalf of Longfellow Strategic Value Fund, a $500 million perpetual-life vehicle. This fund is the first in a series with total commitments of $2 billion. With the fund we are actively expanding our existing operations in our target markets. Currently we’re looking for a collaborative and entrepreneurial individual to join Longfellow. We envision considerable opportunity for advancement as our organization expands. We believe in developing talent and providing resources for health, wellness and quality of life.

Our clients are visionary institutions and companies pushing the boundaries of human knowledge. We approach our work in the same manner in order to serve them. We embrace the benefits of rapidly evolving technology and expect that our team will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Position Background:
We are seeking to hire an enthusiastic and talented individual for the position of Assistant Project Manager for ground-up development projects, redevelopment of existing buildings, and tenant improvements. This position will require limited travel within the operational region to which the Assistant Project Manager is assigned. The Assistant Project Manager will report directly to the Senior Project Manager. The Assistant Project Manager will also have a working relationship with the Regional Director of Design & Construction, the local Asset Manager, and the Property Manager. The ideal candidate will have committed to a career in real estate or construction project management with some experience in life science real estate.

The Assistant Project Manager will work closely with Longfellow colleagues as well as architects, engineers, contractors, specialty consultants, brokers and tenant representatives. The position provides exposure to a full range of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with excellent attention to detail, leadership skills, facility with numbers and software applications, good people skills and the ability to establish priorities, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

Project/Opportunity Evaluation Phase:

• Review all information and documents provided as part of the offering that are specific to the tasks assigned
• Support the preliminary analysis of the opportunity by touring the property, and advise on the condition of the property with consideration of logistical or construction matters that will influence the project schedule or costs
• Support the development of a winning strategy and business plan for the asset
• Review all information and documents provided as part of the offering
• Working with the Senior Project Manager, participate in developing a preliminary hard cost and soft cost budget and prepare a cash flow to assist the Investments Team in the financial model

Due Diligent Phase:

• Support evaluation of the opportunity by identifying design and construction risk factors that may impact the success of the acquisition including, but not limited to site conditions, building infrastructure, market conditions, labor environment, cost escalation, supply chain threats and entitlement and permitting delays
• Working with the Senior Project Manager, participate in developing a final hard cost and soft cost budget and prepare a cash flow to assist the investments team in developing the final financial model
• Support the consultant’s work in the due diligence period
• Support zoning review of property for use type, easements, flood zones and parking criteria

Pre Construction Phase:

• Project Initiation & Strategy
o Assist in building master project schedule
o Assist in preparing master project budget
• Design Team Management
o Participate in the selection process for the design professionals for the project with the Senior Project Manager
o Participate in the RFP process for the architect and engineers with the Senior Project Manager
o Draft the design agreements
o Participate in the internal project kick-off
o Participate in the construction document production and assist in the quality assurance review of the documents
• Contractor/CM Management
o Support the RFP process for the general contractor with the Senior Project Manager, including developing the RFP, participating in the interview process and providing input to the Managing Director for award
o Draft the Construction Agreement
o Oversee the contractor’s preconstruction services including their development of staffing plan, logistics, schedule and project budget to insure project goals are achieved

Conduct or participate in regular preconstruction meetings with stakeholders and keep minutes of the meetings

Construction Phase

• Construction Administration
o Review contractor’s development of the baseline schedule, schedule of values, and submittal schedule
o Conduct or participate in regular construction meetings with contractor, designer, tenant (if applicable) and Longfellow stakeholders. Review, and approve meeting notes for distribution by contractor
o Evaluate contractor’s recommendations for subcontractor award
o Monitor construction progress, quality, and schedule for compliance with business plan
o Evaluate monthly applications for payment and confirm requests are consistent with work in place. Confirm that all supporting documentation, including material supplier and subcontractor requests are consistent with status of work. Make recommendation for approval to Senior Project Manager
o Coordinate Architect’s certification of monthly applications for payment
o Review and negotiate contractor’s proposed change orders and recommend approval to Senior Project Manager
o Coordinate all tenant improvement design and construction work with contractor
• Owners Separate Contractors
o Participate in the RFP process for procurement of the owner-direct services or equipment for project
o Support execution of all work and delivery of services
• Financial and Administrative Management and Reporting
o Update project cost reports and cash flows monthly
o Review design team monthly invoices and recommend approval by the Senior Project Manager
o Draft reporting required by stakeholders, Managing Director and Executive Sponsor
o Update use of owner contingency and forecast through project completion
o Prepare insurance program reporting required

Construction Close Out

• Monitor building official inspections for compliance with project schedule
• Monitor general contractor’s punch list process and confirm completion of punch list work
• Oversee commissioning agent work on property
• Review and approve contractor close out documents, including O & M Manuals, as-built documents, and warranties
• Witness and approve training of systems and equipment
• Support financial close out of designers and contractor

Other

• Monitor tenant lead construction activities on behalf of property owner
• Support tenant space planning, and tenant improvement construction activities

Qualifications
We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both

• 3 – 5 years of experience successfully managing design and construction projects for an architectural Firm, general contractor or owner agency firm
• Life science, research, or technology experience is highly valued
• BS, or equivalent in engineering, architecture, construction management strongly preferred
• Day to day working proficiency with Excel, Word, MS Project, Bluebeam and AutoCAD
• Candidates should possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, simultaneously
• Candidate should be detail oriented, with a strong work ethic, and be self-directed

Job Description

San Francisco, CA

Company Background:

Longfellow Real Estate Partners acquires, develops and manages life science real estate for leading universities, institutions and companies. Our institutional capabilities and entrepreneurial vision enable us to deliver high quality projects while satisfying each tenant’s unique requirements.
Longfellow is a collaborative and highly entrepreneurial organization. The firm has grown from a small start up to a 150+ person organization with over $3 billion in AUM. We pride ourselves on a shared work ethic and a focus on accomplishing collective objectives. Longfellow strives to develop deep and lasting relationships internally within our team and externally with our investors, clients and vendors through a shared vision and values.

Longfellow is experiencing considerable growth as we continue to expand our footprint beyond our existing operations in Boston, North Carolina and California. Longfellow is currently investing on behalf of Longfellow Strategic Value Fund, a $500 million perpetual-life vehicle. This fund is the first in a series with total commitments of $2 billion. With the fund we are actively expanding to the West Coast and with our existing operations. Currently we’re looking for a collaborative and entrepreneurial individual to join Longfellow. We envision considerable opportunity for advancement as our organization expands. We believe in developing talent and providing resources for health, wellness and quality of life.
Our clients are visionary institutions and companies pushing the boundaries of human knowledge. We approach our work in the same manner in order to serve them. We embrace the benefits of rapidly evolving technology and expect that our team will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Position Background:
We are seeking to hire an experienced associate with a background in commercial real estate asset management. The ideal candidate must have strong work ethic, great attention to detail, and the highest level of integrity.

This is a dynamic role that will report directly to the head of West Coast Asset Management and collaborate on a daily basis with our asset management, project management and property management teams. The position provides exposure to a full spectrum of duties within a fast-growing real estate development and management firm. As such, the position demands a dedicated individual with leadership skills, facility with numbers, good people skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and solve problems.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Work directly with asset management team on various property, project and lease related activities;
• Develop annual business plans and budgets and ensure compliance with underwriting;
• Oversee execution of property level business plans;
• Oversee property-level operations and implementation of property-level capital projects;
• Analyze lease deals, negotiate leases and ensure compliance with investor and lender requirements;
• Attend weekly leasing meeting with 3rd party brokerage teams
• Complete monthly, quarterly and annual investor reporting;
• Attend weekly meetings with property and project management teams;
• Review and approve property level invoices;
• Prepare investment memoranda to be presented to Investment Committee and investors for approval of any changes to business plan
• Assist on various ad hoc projects that arise;
• Some travel required

Qualifications:
We are looking for a passionate team player with grit, high integrity and a honed attention to detail. In addition, we expect that your life outside of work is as important as your career and that you are driven to succeed in both.

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in real estate;
• Undergraduate or advanced degree;
• Individual should possess excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Experience in analyzing and negotiating leases (life science leasing experience a plus);
• Must possess strong analytical skills and be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel;
• Experience with Argus Enterprise and real estate accounting systems (Yardi a plus);
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with strong organizational skills;
• Detail oriented with independent work ethic;