Director, Development

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Director, Development will lead the early-stage planning, design, and feasibility studies for the company's projects. This role is responsible for managing the development process, which includes, site investigation reporting, site design, zoning review, initial environmental and technical assessments, entitlements, final permitting, contract execution and project transition to the downstream stakeholders. The Director of Development will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure that projects are properly scoped and de-risked before moving into full development. While the Director of Development will be involved in a broad array of capital projects, the role’s primary focus will be on gas station and convenience store ground up development, raze and rebuilds, and remodel across the company’s 900+ property portfolio. The role will also provide integral support to the Real Estate Investments team in the pursuit and scoping of new locations.For over 90 years Global Partners LP has been delivering the energy our communities need to grow, move, and thrive. From Alltown Fresh, with its innovative chef-led creations and guest-focused retail experience, to our vast network of over 50 liquid energy terminals across the eastern seaboard and beyond, Global Partner’s integrated network of businesses delivers value day-in and day-out to our guests and customers across the US. At Global Partners we embrace the future, investing in energy transition with initiatives like GlobalGLO and supporting the communities in which we operate with our charitable work.We’re excited for the next 90 years at Global Partners and what innovative new ideas we can bring to our guests and customers in the future. We’re looking for passionate people with great ideas to contribute to our company’s future. If you’re motivated by what’s next, Global Partners can provide you with the opportunities to push your career to the next level. The Types of “Energy” You Bring Excellent written and verbal communication skills.You are self-motivated and like to take initiative.You are a team player with a positive attitude.You have strong time management skills.“Gauges” of Responsibility Permitting: Interfacing and coordinating with the Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), city/town government agencies on the project to ensure regulatory compliance, zoning, entitlements, permitting and smooth job execution. Financials: Preconstruction budgeting, cost estimating, risk assessment and forecasting are fundamental components to the development pipeline, including identifying and solving factors that may impede a successful permitted project hand-over to the Construction team. Reporting: This position will build, maintain and present project status and risk reports, providing clear and concise summaries for projects within the development pipeline to leadership and management teams. Contract Management: This position understands, and is able to adeptly negotiate, design and construction contracts, related exhibits, and provides detailed analyses and approvals of technical matters and site-specific deal structures and terms. You review additional reports such as traffic studies and geotechnical/environmental reports to ensure contract deliverables. Resources: This position will build and manage vendor partnerships and oversee professional service providers ensuring their skills and competencies meet the needs required of entitling for property and project needs. This position will perform pricing reviews for scope inclusions/exclusions and negotiate the cost of the work with the third-party consultants such as architects, engineers, land use attorneys, expeditors, developers, general contractors, architects, engineers, environmental consultants, etc. Schedule Management: This position will work with partner teams to build, maintain and report on the project development schedules. The development schedule will include design, entitlements and permitting, and construction. This position will partner with the Investments team, Construction and, at times, developers to optimize schedule and strategy for entitlements and long lead-procurement. Reporting: This position will build, maintain and present project status and risk reports, providing clear and concise summaries for projects within the development pipeline, to leadership and management teams. Design Management: This position will assist real estate site selection due diligence, scope development, coordinating with all partner teams, including design teams to develop site plans, composite floor plans in compliance with design standards and operational requirements. This role will keep the scope under control and accelerate progress by driving crisp and timely decisions, identifying and clearing blockers, and escalating appropriately. “Fuel” for You Coins! We offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth. We mean it! We have an amazing Talent Development Team who create trainings for growth and job development.Health + Wellness - Medical, Dental, Visions and Life Insurance. Along with additional wellness support. The Road Ahead – We offer 401k and a match component!Professional Development - We provide tuition reimbursement; this benefit is offered after 6 months of service. Give Back! We believe in community support. We know everyone gives in their own way, that’s why we offer paid volunteer time-off to you to help an organization of your choice.The GPS of our Interview ProcessFirst thing first, if you’re interested in the role, please apply.A talent acquisition team member will review your resume in partnership with the hiring manager. If your experience would lend to this opportunity a recruiter will contact you. We conduct in person and virtual interviews. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field such as Real Estate, Urban Planning, Design, Business, Finance, Engineering or Architecture. Master’s Degree preferredMinimum 5 years of experience in fuel and commercial real estate development, ideally with a focus on gas stations and convenience marketsStrong knowledge of land acquisition, entitlements, zoning, permitting, and construction processes.Proficiency in budgeting, financial analysis, and general financial/business acumenFuel and convenience industry experience.Excellent negotiation, communication and leadership skills.Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and work with government agencies.Proficiency with Procore and Microsoft Office Suite.Ability to adapt to constant change and innovation, finding ways to Think Big, working outside of your comfort zone to solve adaptable solutions for an evolving business.This position will build partnerships with internal/external teams including Real Estate, Legal, Design, Consultants, Construction, Finance, and Launch teams to name a few. This role will liaison with all partners to build a project development plan, ensure expectations are set, and manage team deliverables on schedule.We value passion and potential. If you are enthusiastic about a position and think you can make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply even if you don't check every box. We embrace different perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Global Partners LP is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a company culture where ideas from all people help us grow, move and thrive. We embrace the diversity of all applicants and do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to apply, please contact our recruiting department at 781-891-4000.*Disclaimer: At Global Partners, we don't use lie detector tests for any employment decisions. We follow all the rules and regulations, so we need to let you know: In Massachusetts, it's illegal to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment of continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.