Job Description

About The Company:

GAIA Real Estate is a vertically integrated real estate investment and development firm based in Miami and New York City. Founded in 2009, GAIA has owned and operated more than 20,000+ residential units across 90 properties , with over $4.0 Billion in total transaction volume . GAIA invests significant partner capital alongside its investors.

Position Summary

GAIA is actively acquiring and developing residential assets a cross multiply strategies.

We are seeking a Director of Acquisitions & Development to lead sourcing, underwriting, deal execution, and development oversight. This is a senior, hands-on role working directly with ownership, investors, and lenders.

Responsibilities

Acquisitions

Source on-market and off-market acquisition opportunities
Underwrite deals and perform full financial and market analysis
Manage due diligence, contracts, and closings
Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, owners, lenders, and investors
Prepare investment memos and present deals to senior leadership and investors

Development

Lead projects from feasibility through construction completion
Manage entitlements, zoning, design, and permitting
Oversee budgets, schedules, and consultant teams
Work with architects, engineers, and contractors to deliver profitable projects
Identify and manage risks throughout the development process

Strategy & Capital

Support debt financing, capital raises, and joint venture structuring
Track market trends, supply pipelines, and economic conditions
Work closely with Asset Management to hit business plan targets

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred)
10+ years of experience in real estate acquisitions and/or development
Strong experience in multifamily and residential projects
Advanced underwriting and financial modeling skills
Proven history of closing transactions and executing projects
Strong knowledge of zoning, development, and construction economics
High integrity, clear communicator, strong negotiator
Comfortable in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment

Location & Compensation

Primary office: Miami, FL
Secondary / flexible office: New York City
Compensation based on experience

Job Tags

For contractors, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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Director of Acquisitions & Development Job at Gaia Real Estate, Miami, FL

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