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Associate

San Diego, CA

A leading real estate investment platform is seeking an Associate to support corporate finance initiatives with a focus on portfolio reporting, performance analysis, and business insights. This role will work closely with senior leadership to deliver high-quality reporting and analysis that supports strategic decision-making across the organization.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages for senior leadership and investors
  • Develop portfolio-level reporting, including tenant exposure, leasing performance, and related analysis
  • Conduct ad hoc analysis related to portfolio performance, operations, and broader business initiatives
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to support reporting deliverables, planning efforts, and key initiatives
  • Analyze portfolio trends and performance drivers, translating data into actionable insights
  • Support the preparation of presentations and materials for internal and external stakeholders
  • Utilize Excel, PowerPoint, and enterprise reporting tools to produce high-quality deliverables
  • Assist in managing timelines and workflows to ensure accurate and timely reporting

Requirements:

  • 2+ years of experience in corporate finance, FP&A, portfolio reporting, asset management, or related real estate investment roles
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Accounting, or related field; advanced degree a plus
  • Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, with experience in real estate analysis preferred
  • Ability to interpret lease documents and understand portfolio-level performance drivers
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, including financial modeling and presentation development
  • Experience with enterprise reporting or data management systems is a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to analyze complex datasets and translate findings into clear insights
  • Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

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VP of Acquisitions

San Diego, CA

A privately held real estate investment firm is seeking a Vice President of Acquisitions to lead the execution of new investment opportunities from initial evaluation through closing. This individual will play a key role in driving transactions, developing relationships, and supporting the broader investment strategy across targeted property types.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform financial analysis and underwriting for potential acquisitions across multiple asset classes
  • Manage transactions from initial pursuit through closing, including due diligence, financing coordination, and third-party oversight
  • Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, owners, and other market participants to support sourcing efforts
  • Identify and evaluate new investment opportunities through proactive outreach and market research
  • Monitor market activity, pricing trends, and competitive dynamics
  • Prepare and present investment summaries and recommendations to internal stakeholders
  • Partner with internal teams on portfolio initiatives, including business plan execution and performance tracking
  • Support reporting efforts related to investments and portfolio performance

Requirements:

  • 5–8 years of experience in commercial real estate acquisitions or related investment roles
  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or certifications a plus
  • Exposure to institutional real estate environments is preferred
  • Strong financial analysis and modeling capabilities
  • Experience supporting or leading transactions through closing
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment

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Junior Property Accountant

San Diego, CA

A growing real estate investment and management firm is seeking a Junior Property Accountant to support accounting operations and financial reporting across a portfolio of assets. This individual will play a key role in month-end close, financial accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration, while contributing to process improvements and overall team efficiency.

Responsibilities:

  • Support month-end close for assigned portfolio, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
  • Maintain accuracy and integrity of balance sheet accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies as needed
  • Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules, including variance analysis and reporting insights
  • Assist in maintaining internal controls, documentation, and audit-ready workpapers
  • Partner with operations teams on capital projects, tracking costs and supporting financial visibility
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes and workflows through standardization and automation
  • Collaborate with property management and leadership teams to address financial questions and support decision-making
  • Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes, including coding, approvals, and ledger accuracy
  • Support rent roll reviews, resident ledger accuracy, and related adjustments
  • Participate in management fee calculations and other recurring financial processes
  • Contribute to team development through collaboration and knowledge sharing

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of accounting experience, including exposure to property or multi-entity accounting environments
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close processes
  • Advanced Excel skills (e.g., Pivot Tables, lookups, data analysis tools)
  • Experience with property management/accounting software preferred
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

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Associate

San Diego, CA

A well-established, privately held real estate investment group is seeking an Associate to support its growing acquisitions platform. The firm focuses on acquiring and managing commercial assets across multiple markets nationwide, with an emphasis on value creation through strategic investment and asset oversight.

This role will work closely with senior investment leadership and play an integral part in evaluating and executing new opportunities. The position also involves guiding junior team members and collaborating across departments to support transaction processes.

Responsibilities:

Team Management

  • Oversee and mentor acquisitions analysts, ensuring financial analysis and presentation materials
  • Review and provide feedback on financial models, sensitivity analyses, and investment memoranda

Transaction Execution

  • Review underwriting models, tear sheets, and due diligence materials
  • Coordinate transaction timelines, deliverables, and communications to ensure accuracy and efficiency across all stages of the deal process.
  • Support senior management in managing active deal flow

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with internal departments (Legal, Asset Management, Accounting, and Property Management) to facilitate a smooth acquisition process and successful property transitions.
  • Ensure consistent communication between the acquisitions team and other internal stakeholders to align objectives and expectations.

Market Research and Strategy

  • Contribute to evaluating market conditions, investment strategies, and target opportunities
  • Review research and data related to comparable transactions, leasing, and market trends

Reporting and Communication

  • Assist in preparing materials for internal review and investment discussions
  • Provide updates on pipeline activity and project progress

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of experience in commercial real estate, preferably within acquisitions or investments
  • Experience supporting underwriting, due diligence, and execution of real estate transactions
  • Exposure to retail assets strongly preferred
  • Strong ARGUS financial modeling and analytical skills
  • Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced, deal-oriented environment
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work across internal teams
  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or relevant certifications are a plus

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Senior Commercial Lease Administration Manager

San Diego, CA

A well-established commercial real estate owner/operator is seeking a Senior Commercial Documentation Manager to lead lease and property management documentation across a dynamic portfolio. This individual will sit at the intersection of Legal, Leasing, and Property Management, driving consistency, efficiency, and accuracy across all documentation processes.

Responsibilities:

Lease Documentation & Deal Execution

  • Lead drafting, review, negotiation, and execution of commercial leases and related agreements
  • Partner with Leasing Managers to structure and finalize transaction-specific language and deal terms
  • Manage all phases of the documentation process, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery
  • Serve as primary point of contact for counterparties during lease documentation, escalating legal issues as needed
  • Maintain and enhance lease templates, redline libraries, exhibits, and standardized documentation

Property Management Documentation

  • Oversee preparation and execution of legal documents supporting property operations, including tenant notices and vendor contracts
  • Manage compliance tracking across the portfolio, including asbestos documentation
  • Supervise organization and maintenance of site plans, floor plans, signage criteria, and governing documents (CC&Rs)
  • Ensure proper use, completion, and approval of all property management documentation

Systems & Process Improvement

  • Lead initiatives to streamline documentation workflows and improve overall efficiency across teams
  • Oversee document management systems (including SharePoint) and ensure proper storage and retention of executed agreements
  • Evaluate, implement, and optimize tools and systems to support automation and scalability
  • Drive process improvements to reduce turnaround times and enhance accuracy

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Support

  • Lead, train, and mentor Leasing Documentation Specialists, ensuring high-quality output and team development
  • Support leasing team performance by aligning documentation processes with deal timelines and annual goals
  • Oversee commission tracking and reporting accuracy
  • Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Leasing, Property Management, and external stakeholders to support successful transactions

Requirements:

  • 10+ years of experience in commercial lease administration, documentation, or legal support within commercial real estate
  • Bachelor’s degree required; Paralegal Certificate or JD preferred
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and driving process improvements
  • Strong understanding of commercial lease structures and legal documentation standards
  • Experience with document management systems (SharePoint or similar) and Microsoft Office 365
  • Exceptional organizational, communication, and multitasking skills with high attention to detail
  • Ability to operate independently while collaborating cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment

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VP of Asset Management

San Diego, CA

A well-established, privately held real estate investment and development firm is seeking a VP of Asset Management & Development to oversee performance across a diversified commercial portfolio. This individual will drive asset-level strategy, leasing execution, and development initiatives, while partnering closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to maximize long-term value.

This is a highly visible leadership role within an entrepreneurial, collaborative environment, ideal for someone who can operate both strategically and hands-on across the full lifecycle of assets.

Responsibilities

     Asset Management & Development Strategy

  • Lead development and execution of annual business plans across the portfolio
  • Evaluate assets for hold/improve/sell decisions based on financial performance, market conditions, leasing outlook, and capital requirements
  • Oversee development, redevelopment, and capital improvement initiatives, including feasibility analysis, budgeting, and execution
  • Coordinate with architects, contractors, consultants, and municipal stakeholders on entitlement and development-related initiatives
  • Prepare and oversee asset management reporting for senior leadership and joint venture partners
  • Conduct regular site visits to assess tenant experience, curb appeal, and operational performance, translating insights into actionable strategies

     Leasing Strategy & Execution

  • Lead leasing strategy across all assets, partnering with internal teams and third-party brokers
  • Select, manage, and direct leasing brokers to ensure successful execution of leasing plans
  • Structure and negotiate new leases and renewals, ensuring alignment with financial and portfolio objectives
  • Analyze lease economics and present recommendations to senior leadership for approval
  • Maintain deep market intelligence across regions, including rents, occupancy, competition, and development activity
  • Drive tenant retention strategies and proactively manage upcoming lease expirations
  • Maintain active relationships with brokers and tenants through ongoing outreach and industry presence
  • Lead, mentor, and develop leasing team members, including performance management and coaching

     Financial Management & Capital Planning

  • Oversee property-level financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Forecast cash flow and capital needs across assets, advising leadership on capital calls and distributions
  • Partner with finance team to evaluate debt and equity strategies for existing assets and new opportunities
  • Review loan terms, financing structures, and related documentation
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for joint venture partners, including reporting and communicationenture partners

     Acquisitions & Dispositions

  • Support acquisitions through underwriting review, due diligence, and business plan validation
  • Partner with acquisitions team to evaluate leasing assumptions and overall investment strategy
  • Assist in disposition strategy, including broker selection, marketing materials, and buyer evaluation
  • Oversee due diligence processes and coordinate materials required for transactionsactions

     Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner cross-functionally with development, finance, and property management teams to execute business plans
  • Lead internal teams and external partners to drive performance across the portfolio
  • Represent the firm through industry engagement, networking, and market presence
  • Identify and implement process improvements and technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency

Requirements

  • 15+ years of experience across asset management, leasing, and development, with strong retail exposure
  • Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or Master’s in Real Estate preferred
  • Proven experience managing commercial real estate portfolios and executing value-add strategies
  • Experience overseeing entitlement processes and working with municipalities and external consultants
  • Strong financial acumen with experience in underwriting, forecasting, and capital planning
  • Proficiency with Argus required; Yardi experience preferred
  • California real estate license required
  • Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills

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Associate Director, Property Management

San Diego, CA

  • monthly, annual, and/or quarterly projects, inspections and repairs, ensuring on time completion and within budget. Coordination with client companies in an effort to reduce any disruption to operations.
  • Oversee, manage and/or perform other property management functions required of the position and assigned project(s).
  • Review Leases and Amendments, preparation and submittal of Lease Abstracts into Yardi and/or any other accounting systems. Preparation and review of operating matrix with client company and internal stakeholders as needed.
  • Create a culture providing guidance for new client companies with vendor recommendations if needed, new client company orientations, safety trainings and other educational forums that are beneficial to client companies.
  • Work with Legal as needed on client company requests as needed or for items not clearly defined in Lease.
  • Immediate response to liability and/or major property issues and reporting to Risk Management.

Financial Reporting:

  • Preparation of annual property operating budgets, monthly financial statements, quarterly budget reforecasts, accruals, variance reporting, CAM reconciliations and billings; ability to present to internal stakeholders and partners.
  • Timely collection of monthly rents in accordance with Lease terms, resolution of outstanding A/R issues including direct billbacks.
  • Routine processing of accounts payable.
  • Reconciliation of financial statements and ledgers.

Client Company/Life Science Community Relations:

  • Onboarding of new client companies, process to include interfacing with client companies’ lab operations managers and key personnel.
  • Prompt response to client company requests and/or questions.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with client company management and facility representatives.
  • Implement “client company touch” programs and review amenities to keep refreshed with current, and market-driven services.
  • Understand each client company’s needs to provide flexibility/expansion/relocation needs within portfolio as well as business needs to leverage our platform to solve their real estate challenges where appropriate.
  • Manage client company move-outs with review of lease language, particularly restoration clauses, review of Surrender Plans, coordination with client company and consultants to ensure decontamination of suites has been handled appropriately and all agency documents filed.
  • Participate in industry events to maintain and expand Breakthrough’s presence in the life science and technology communities.

Property Operations/Client Company Improvement Support:

  • Participate in property operations set-up to include, but not limited to, back-of-house operations, major building equipment commissioning and operations.
  • Support client company improvement projects to include, but not limited to, work letter administration, client company plan review, architect and contractor engagement and management, budget and improvement allowance monitoring and management, and project close-out while ensuring on time completion and within budget.
  • As directed by the Company’s senior management, support client company buildouts, mechanical and other major building system upgrades, including capital project oversight and implementation.

Facilities Services:

  • Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships partnering with engineering teams, coordination of contracting of ongoing maintenance, repairs and capital projects, ensuring completion on time and within budget.
  • Provide recommendations for capital improvements and operational considerations with an emphasis on corporate sustainability.
  • Ensuring timely and clear communication with client companies on any scheduled and emergency maintenance and repairs.
  • Coordination with client companies and their contractors for any TI and/or capital projects minimizing disruptions or loss of essential services to other client companies or amenities.
  • Emergency Response: Provide oversight to asset management and engineering teams in emergency situations such as floods, spills and leaks requiring immediate restoration, mold analysis and remediation.
  • Develop (with third party vendors as necessary) standard operating procedures and programs ranging in protocols for laboratory safety, laboratory operational permits, hazardous waste disposal, maintenance of accurate and up-to-date records on all training, permits and incidents. Maintain all site signage related to safety and standards for the site. Ensure Control Area compliance is being met.
  • Ensuring City and Agency required forms and renewals are completed on time.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum 10 years of proven success in the asset/property management industry with direct practical experience setting up operations, operating and managing sophisticated life science or commercial facilities.
  • Bachelor’s Degree or greater preferred. Real Estate License preferred.
  • CCIM, CPM, RPA, LEED or equivalent industry designation(s) preferred.
  • Strong organizational, communication and financial skills are required.
  • Successful track record of leading and managing others.
  • Strong technical knowledge of building operations required.
  • Experience in all phases of property operations, inclusive of asset and property management functions, legal and risk management.
  • Knowledge of key liability and legal issues in property management.
  • Experience with complex, highly technical commercial building system applications.
  • Experience with client company improvement projects.
  • Self-directed and motivated individual capable of managing both large and small project teams
  • Ability to resolve complex issues in a timely manner while prioritizing and handling multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Passion for working with people, creating amazing experiences and leading with a hospitality mindset.
  • Takes initiative and is a proactive and decisive leader always focused on continuous improvement.
  • Computer proficient skills with strong knowledge in spreadsheet preparation and working experience with all Microsoft Office Products, including but not limited to Excel, Word, Outlook, Angus, Yardi, and with skills to learn proprietary software systems utilized by the Company.

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