"EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT"

Job Summary

The Executive Director Real Estate Development will provide executive leadership at the institutional level for real estate development projects of the University. Additionally, the Executive Director Real Estate Development will serve in the senior administrator role as the Executive Director of the Old Dominion University Real Estate Foundation.

Position Type

FullTime

Type of Recruitment

General Public

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of commercial real estate practices, including finance, acquisition, valuation, property management and asset management.
• Considerable knowledge of real estate project budget, finance, and accounting principles.
• Skill in business economic development activities
• Demonstrated ability to build business relationships.
• Skilled in spreadsheet preparation and programs related to financial analysis of real estate projects.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Real estate industry related certificates are preferred.
• Considerable years of senior level experience in the field of commercial real estate, economic development or real estate finance.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Urban Planning or related field. Bachelor’s degree with experience equivalent to a Masters may be substituted.

Conditions of Employment

Completion of Statement of Personal Economic Interests is required upon hire.

Job Open Date

11/21/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Application Review Date

12/12/2025

Criminal Background Check

The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

Department Information

Department: REAL ESTATE FOUNDATION
Position Number: FA728A
Location: Norfolk, VA