Marine Real Estate Development and Strategy Manager

Do you have a passion for driving complex real estate strategies, leading transformative projects, and shaping the future of working industrial and marine terminal properties? Join the Port of Portland and help transform the region's marine real estate into a thriving engine for economic growth and sustainability.

Your Role: We're seeking a dynamic, experienced leader to guide the strategy and development of marine and industrial properties across the Port. In this role, you'll lead strategic initiatives that balance economic opportunity, environmental stewardship, and long-term value. You'll structure public-private partnerships, secure financing for transformative projects, and oversee large-scale infrastructure and site development efforts.

This position requires a deep understanding of real estate development, financial modeling, and capital project execution. You'll collaborate across departments, work with local and regional stakeholders, and help shape the future of one of the Pacific Northwest's most vital economic gateways.

Why this role matters: Your work will directly support the Port's mission to drive regional prosperity through smart, sustainable real estate development. From planning new development on existing marine terminals to redeveloping brownfield sites, this is an opportunity to leave a lasting mark on the future of Oregon's economy.

Flexibility is built into our hybrid approach-most team members are in the office at least three days a week. We value collaboration and may adjust schedules to meet business needs.

Ready to help build the future of Oregon's marine and industrial economy? Apply now and make an impact!

Land Development and Real Estate Strategy

• Lead the strategic planning of and development of Port-owned marine and industrial properties.
• Oversee entitlements, permitting, and environmental due diligence for redevelopment projects.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and architects to shape land use strategies that maximize site value.

Financial Strategy and Analysis

• Evaluate financial feasibility of projects through pro formas and ROI analysis.
• Identify and secure public and private financing, including tax incentives and grants.
• Structure development agreements, joint ventures, and ground leases to enhance value and reduce risk.
• Assess investment strategies and debt options to support sustainable growth.

Infrastructure and Capital Project Management

• Manage large-scale infrastructure projects that support marine terminal and industrial development.
• Facilitate public-private partnerships to fund and deliver capital improvements.
• Ensure successful project delivery through strong oversight of scope, budget, and timelines.

Market Analysis and Lead Generation

• Conduct market research and feasibility studies to guide investment decisions.
• Identify new development opportunities across industrial, logistics, and maritime sectors.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to inform Port leadership and planning efforts.

Property Dispositions

• Develop and lead strategies for land sales, redevelopment, and repositioning of Port assets.
• Negotiate and manage property transactions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Oversee due diligence and financial structuring to support successful deal execution.

Financial Management and Key Metrics

• Develop budgets, financial plans, and KPIs to monitor portfolio performance.
• Track revenues and expenses for Port-owned properties to ensure efficiency and profitability.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and recommend improvements to enhance value.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, or a related field required.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in commercial real estate, property development, property management, or business development.
• Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties will be considered.

License and Certification

• Valid Driver's License - State Department of Transportation, required.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a federal Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card.

Demonstrated Skills & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of real estate development, including site planning, entitlements, and infrastructure investment.
• Strong financial acumen, including the ability to build and analyze financial pro formas and conduct feasibility studies.
• Proven ability to negotiate and execute complex real estate agreements, including leases and development deals.
• Skilled at facilitating cross-functional teams and managing large-scale projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Clear and persuasive communicator, able to present technical and financial information to diverse audiences.
• Experienced in navigating public-sector processes, policies, and regulations at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in high-stakes, confidential matters.

Application Instructions:
To ensure full consideration, you must submit a complete application, including a resume outlining your skills and experience specific to this role, and complete the supplemental questions.

Selection Process (tentative schedule):

1. A minimum qualification evaluation of education, training, and experience of submitted application packets will take place by Human Resources the week May 19.
2. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) Panel will perform an evaluation of experience and training taken from your employment application materials.
3. Our goal is to schedule virtual first round of interviews with candidates who successfully passed the SME evaluation during the week of June 1.

Security:

Employees in this position will be required to successfully pass and maintain security clearance relevant to assigned duties such as Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Compensation:

Our organization adheres to established salary ranges for each position to ensure equitable pay practices. However, final offers are determined based on various factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and considerations of internal pay equity.

About us:

At the Port of Portland, we use everything we have - our three airports, three working marine terminals, five business parks, and all the resources, expertise, and experience behind them - to move with purpose, connecting people with powerful opportunities and creating value for our region. We know that every person we hire, business we work with, contract we sign and decision we make is a chance to make someone's life better. And we'll use our power and influence to pull down barriers, unlock new opportunities, ensure more people share in our region's success and include those who have been excluded in the past. With YOUR help - together with our partners, customers, and community - we'll help drive meaningful change!

Do you have questions about this job?

Contact us: careers@portofportland.com

Safety: The Port promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice in accomplishing work by complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Port of Portland is dedicated to maintaining and improving a work environment, which extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. Employment decisions shall be made in such a manner as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of nondiscrimination and affirmative action. At the Port, we don't just accept difference; we value and support it to create a culture of inclusiveness and fun. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veterans Preference: Under Oregon law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Port of Portland positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veteran's preference for this job, please provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

Background Checks and Drug Testing: The Port of Portland will conduct background checks and/or drug tests for positions where such tests are required by regulation and for other safety-sensitive positions.

ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the Port can reasonably do so without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources: call 503-415-6690 or email careers@portofportland.com.