What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate - Real Estate Strategy & Operations - New York position at Evercore?
Role Overview
Evercore is seeking an Associate to join its Real Estate Strategy & Operations team in New York. Working closely with the Head of Real Estate & Construction, this individual will support the firm's global real estate portfolio, including space planning, lease management, real estate transactions, project coordination and portfolio analysis.
The ideal candidate has a background in architecture or design, strong AutoCAD skills, and an interest in expanding into the broader business and strategic aspects of corporate real estate.
Key Responsibilities
Global Portfolio Strategy & Analytics
- Assist with collecting and organizing information for potential office expansions, consolidations, relocations and reconfigurations.
Space Planning
- Use AutoCAD to review, interpret and, as required, modify floor plans, test fits, seating plans and other space-planning documentation.
- Assist in reviewing office layouts and space requirements to understand capacity, suitability and potential configurations.
- Help prepare preliminary test fits and space-planning scenarios under the guidance of senior team members.
- Maintain accurate floor plans and related space and occupancy documentation across the portfolio.
- Assist in documenting business and workplace requirements for external architects and designers.
Transactions & Lease Management
- Develop an understanding of the firm's lease portfolio, including key lease terms, critical dates, renewal requirements and other portfolio considerations.
- Assist with tracking key lease terms, critical dates and transaction milestones, while maintaining accurate lease and portfolio records.
- Support the evaluation of lease renewals, acquisitions, expansions, contractions, relocations and other real estate transactions.
- Prepare side-by-side comparisons of transaction options using information and criteria provided by the team with senior guidance.
- Provide administrative and analytical support during transaction reviews, approvals and execution.
Data, Reporting & Executive Decision Support
- Assist in preparing analyses, briefing materials and presentations for internal and senior stakeholders.
- Organize real estate, financial and operational information into clear summaries, tables and presentation materials.
- Update and maintain portfolio dashboards, project status reports, option comparisons and other recurring reporting.
- Help improve the quality, consistency and accessibility of portfolio, occupancy and real estate data.
- Maintain organized and accurate project, portfolio, lease and drawing documentation.
- Build collaborative working relationships with Real Estate, Facilities, Finance, HCG (HR), IT, Legal and business teams, as well as external partners.
Project Coordination/Administration
- Assist with project coordination across planning, design, construction, occupancy and close-out activities.
- Help document project requirements, meeting notes, scope items and next steps with input from the team.
- Help coordinate meetings, information requests and follow-ups with architects, engineers, project managers and other consultants.
- Participate in the review of design, program, schedule, budget and other project considerations.
- Take on additional tasks and defined workstreams as skills and experience develop.
- Assist with project close-out documentation and lessons-learned summaries.
Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in architecture, workplace design, space planning or a related field; relevant internships considered.
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Design or a related discipline preferred.
- Intermediate to advanced AutoCAD proficiency and ability to read, interpret and modify architectural floor plans.
- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Detail-oriented, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Interest in developing knowledge of corporate real estate strategy, transactions and operations.
Expected Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000
This position requires valid United States work authorization and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
In addition to a competitive base salary, employees may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus. Evercore also offers a variety of benefits and programs, subject to eligibility and availability. These include, but are not limited to:
- Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance, including healthcare savings and reimbursements accounts
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life and disability insurance, including additional voluntary financial protection insurance
- Well-being resources and programs, including mental health and mindfulness programs, digital wellness platforms, well-being events, and targeted on-site health services
- Family-building and family-support benefits
- Paid parental, caregiver, marriage and bereavement leave
- Commuter benefits, health club membership discounts, and other corporate discounts
- Paid holidays, vacation days, personal days, sick days, and volunteer opportunities
Salary : $100,000 - $110,000