Director, Real Estate Asset Management- Housing

Director, Asset Management The Director, Housing Asset Management job is responsible for maximizing the value of the organization's real estate portfolio through the execution of managing, leasing, development, and dispositions of diversified, domestic real estate investments. With limited oversight from management, this job manages large projects or teams that achieve superior returns on real estate assets through active management and leasing while operating in a highly collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities and Duties Manages a portfolio of real estate assets within a specific sector focus, such as housing or industrial. Ensures property performance contributes to portfolio performance that beats the applicable benchmark. Oversees negotiations for property management, leasing and construction contracts. Recommends the investment strategies for a significant portfolio of real estate investments, usually covering more than one region or geographical market. Monitors the financial analysis/modeling of current and projected performance of property investments to ensure accuracy and report to clients and senior management. Implements organization initiatives, including environmental, social and governance (ESG) at the asset level Maintains familiarity with current issues impacting the real estate management business. Possesses significant knowledge of current real estate market conditions for submarkets in which assets are located. Uses deep expertise to generates multiple strategies to drive performance or solve problems. Mitigates asset risk through close interaction with asset management subordinates to ensure property operations and tenant relationships are occurring effectively. Educational Requirements Bachelor's Degree Required Work Experience 3+ Years Required; 5+ Years Preferred Physical Requirements Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work Career Level 7IC Required 3+ years of housing asset management experience Preferred 5+ years of housing asset management experience strongly preferred Related Skills Construction Management, Due Diligence, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Financial Risk Management, Financial Statements, Market/Industry Dynamics, Organizational Savviness, Real Estate Investments, Real Estate Property Management Anticipated Posting End Date: 2026-09-14 Base Pay Range: $125,000/yr - $175,000/yr Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Company Overview Nuveen is a global investment leader, managing public and private assets for clients around the world and on behalf of TIAA, our parent company and one of the world’s largest institutional investors. We invest in the growth of businesses, real estate, infrastructure and natural capital, providing clients with the reliability, access and foresight unique to our heritage. Our prevailing perspective on the future drives our ambition to innovate and adapt our business to the changing needs of investors - all to pursue lasting performance for our clients, our communities and our global economy. Visit to learn more about us. Our Culture of Impact At TIAA, we're on a mission to build on our 100+ year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrow's challenges. We equip our associates with future-focused skills and AI tools that enable us to advance our mission. Together, we are fighting to ensure a more secure financial future for all and for generations to come. We are guided by our values: Champion Our People, Be Client Obsessed, Lead with Integrity, Own It, and Win As One. They influence every decision we make and how we work together to serve our clients every day. We thrive in a collaborative in-office environment where teams work across organizational boundaries with shared purpose, accelerating innovation and delivering meaningful results. Our workplace brings together TIAA and Nuveen's entrepreneurial spirit, where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here, every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathways—because when our people succeed, our impact on clients' lives grows stronger. Benefits and Total Rewards The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. 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