Utah Inland Port Authority · 1 day ago
Real Estate and Development Director
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$55/hr - $69.72/hr
5+ years expThe Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) is looking for a Real Estate and Development Director who will be responsible for overseeing Utah Inland Port Authority’s (UIPA) real property. This role involves managing the remediation of the Crossroads Port Redevelopment Area and overseeing UIPA's commercial real estate development and management activities.
GovernmentInfrastructureLogisticsNon ProfitTransportation
Responsibilities
Coordinate with a third party remediation manager as UIPA’s representative with ongoing interactions with UDEQ as part of the Voluntary Clean-Up Program for the site
Assist in identifying remediation planning efforts and their alignment with future site development considerations
Coordinate with UIPA environmental and sustainability director to ensure alignment with UIPA’s remediation and overall regulatory expectations
Identify and oversee the monitoring of project progress schedules and timelines, to ensure key milestones are communicated to management and all other key project individuals
Serve as the primary point of contact for third-party contractors and remediation/ development consultants, ensuring regular consultation, project alignment, and the timely progress on all key deliverables
Work directly with the Executive and the Deputy Directors in overseeing the commercial real estate development and management of UIPA properties
Facilitate master planning efforts, including defining scope and engagement with third-party contractors on UIPA properties, including the Crossroads Port Redevelopment Area
This includes managing procurement, supporting contract creation, and acting as project manager
Oversee efforts to allow for site development including jurisdictional required entitlements, local and state permitting, and associated utility requirements
Work with the contracted Property Broker as lead point of contact for UIPA
This includes coordinating prospective lease and sublease proposals and responses with other internal team members (CFO, Contract Lead, Executive Leadership)
Work with contracted property management companies as the lead point of contact for UIPA, to ensure lease properties are managed within the expectations of the Master Lease agreement, and within expectations of sublease agreements
Support the recruitment of business to UIPA properties and participate in lease and sale negotiations
Maintain regular communication with UIPA Board, Executive Leadership, landowners, and relevant stakeholders
Provide regular updates to Deputy Director/CFO on project progress, risks, issues and necessary adjustments with respect to remediation and development projects
Provide regular progress reports to UIPA Board, Executive Leadership, and relevant stakeholders
Maintain comprehensive records of all project activities
Prepare final reports upon project completion documenting UDEQ’s acceptance of each remediation phase, installation of site utility infrastructure, and overall general compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in Real Estate Development, Real Estate Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, relevant Professional Certification in Economic Development, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in managing complex industrial development projects, with a strong understanding of industrial development processes
Experience in managing budgets and schedules for large-scale construction and/or remediation projects
Strong background in risk management, stakeholder communication, and team leadership
Excellent project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with diverse groups (e.g., regulators, contractors, community members)
Benefits
Retirement Benefits: Utah Retirement Systems (URS), including 401(k), 457, IRA, and Roth IRA options. UIPA is a social security exempt employer, employees of UIPA do not contribute to or receive benefits from the Social Security system. A generous 401K matching program is offered in lieu of employer Social Security contributions.
Medical & Wellness: PEHP Traditional and HDHP Medical Plans, Dental, and Vision
Health Savings & Flex Accounts: HSA, Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Insurance Coverage: Group Term Life, Group Accident
Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Vacation and Sick Leave plus 13 paid holidays per year
Onsite fitness center, paid parking
Support for maintaining applicable professional licenses and certifications including covered fees and continuing education credits
Company
Utah Inland Port Authority
Utah Inland Port Authority is a government agency that offers infrastructure development, freight logistics, and trade facilitation.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Benn Buys
Deputy Executive Director|CFO
Recent News
2025-11-04
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