Cypress Equities | Director Asset Management (Retail)

COMPANY OVERVIEWCypress Equities was founded in 1995 in Dallas, TX with a core focus on single-tenant build-to-suit developments. The portfolio grew quickly and established its national reputation synonymous with the premier development, operation, and management of destination-class commercial and residential properties in the U.S. Since its inception, Cypress Equities companies have been actively involved in over 115 real estate investments, valued at more than $2.8 billion, including over $1.2 billion of total invested equity.POSITION SUMMARYThe Director will support the asset management activities of Cypress and its affiliates. The candidate will be responsible for the financial modeling, management of capital transactions (loans, pad sales, etc.), communications with lenders and partners, and other related responsibilities in support of existing portfolio and new opportunities across the United States.ESSENTIAL DUTIES The position will work with all levels in the organization including the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Managing Directors, and Directors with deal screening, underwriting, due diligence, and the asset management of various investments. Additional responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Developing and maintaining sophisticated financial models and underwriting for current portfolio and prospective acquisitionsAnalysis of complex partnership structures in support of acquisition and asset management activities, stressing project and joint venture performanceWorking with senior management and external brokers, legal team, etc. to manage capital markets transactions (such as loan extensions, refinances, pad sales, etc.)Conducting regular comparisons to budget and evaluating the impact of potential lease transactions and capital improvementsCommunicating with senior management regarding ongoing project status, underwriting variance reporting, and performance metricsAssisting senior management in the preparation of investment memorandums and presentations for various third partiesCultivating relationships with brokers, investors, and other third parties in order to drive business and create new opportunitiesEDUCATION & EXPERIENCEMinimum of 10 years of real estate finance and underwriting experience in commercial real estate, preferred.Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, or Engineering. Graduate degree in Business or Real Estate, a plusMust have experience in Retail Real Estate sector of the industryExperience in asset management and value-add acquisitions or ground-up developmentExperience with or certified in Argus EnterpriseStrong financial modeling and Excel capabilitySKILLS AND COMPETENCIESHigh energy, ambitious self-starterProfessional maturity and strong work ethicDetailed oriented with high aptitude for financial analysisHigh level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ArgusExceptional organizational and interpersonal skills with a preference for working in a fast-paced environment, operating at times on a broad scope with minimal detailed directionExceptional capacity to deliver in written and spoken word compelling arguments and viewpointsDesire and aptitude for coaching and mentoring interns as well as new team membersCERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONSExcel, Argus Enterprise, a plusEqual Opportunity Employer StatementCypress Equities as an Equal Opportunity Employer considers all applicants and prohibits discrimination of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Our management team is dedicated to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment based on any of these characteristics. We are committed to this policy and achieving a diverse workforce with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment."

Created: 2025-01-11