Director of Real Estate Development; Self Storage

Director of Real Estate Development (Self Storage)

Location: Washington, DC (Georgetown office)

Company Overview

Arcland Property Company is the largest privately held owner, manager and developer of self storage in the Mid-Atlantic Region and rapidly growing nationally under the “Self Storage Plus” brand. We are seeking a leader to join Arcand’s development team to grow new ground-up projects in key East Coast and Sunbelt markets.

Position Summary

The ideal candidate must be a highly motivated self-starter who is intellectually curious, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and adapts easily to change. The Director of Development will be involved in all stages of the investment and development process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead site identification and acquisition from permitting through entitlements
• Lead the underwriting of Class-A self storage developments
• Lead the due diligence of new sites including zoning and constructability analysis
• Negotiate all Letters of Intent and Purchase Contracts
• Lead and coach junior team members on the development process
• Support the capital markets team to raise debt and equity for new projects
• Prepare and present investment committee materials and presentation decks
• Expand and maintain a database of potential development sites
• Lead coordination with internal leadership and third-party consultants
• Engage in outreach with storage owners, developers, and brokers

Qualifications and Skills

• 5-10 years of experience in commercial real estate and ground-up real estate development
• Strong sense of urgency to meet deadlines and execute business plans
• Experience leading and coaching direct reports
• Strong analytical background with an interest in real estate investment and development
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Excel; familiarity with real estate financial modeling a plus
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team
• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance, business, economics, or related field preferred

Compensation and Benefits

Arcland offers a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, and an excellent benefits package.

• Employer-paid health, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities

If you're an ambitious and analytical individual looking to grow your career in commercial real estate, and you’re excited to be part of a rapidly growing company and entrepreneurial environment, please reach out.