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Brendan O'Shaughnessy

Brendan O'Shaughnessy

Summary

Dynamic real estate leader with a proven track record at Cushman & Wakefield, adept at managing complex site acquisitions and driving strategic portfolio alignments. Expert in lease negotiations and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders, delivering innovative solutions that enhance client engagement and achieve significant cost savings.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Real Estate

Willscot
Phoenix, AZ
09.2023 - Current
  • Directed real estate strategy for portfolio expansion and risk management.
  • Managed corporate real estate reduction plan with focused communications to field locations and landlords, facilitating seamless transitions and stakeholder alignment
  • Managed lease negotiations to maximize tenant retention and occupancy rates.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align on property acquisitions and dispositions.
  • Oversaw daily operations and management of over 300 IOS (Industrial Outdoor Storage) yards across Western and Central U.S., ensuring operational consistency and effectiveness

Managing Director

Cushman & Wakefield
El Segundo
05.2016 - 09.2023

Vice President

JLL
El Segundo
04.2008 - 05.2016
  • Led key projects including 1M square foot regional portfolio re-alignment achieving 400KSF footprint reduction and $130M savings, developed site selection and business case for 600KSF headquarters build-to-suit in Dallas, TX, conducted market review and analysis for 500KSF corporate headquarters consolidation lease in Dulles, VA, facilitated 15-acre land sale in El Segundo, CA
  • Partnered with client real estate departments to manage over 30MSF in site acquisitions and dispositions, maintained landlord communications and broker relationships nationwide
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance client engagement and retention strategies.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to streamline operational processes and improve efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented innovative real estate solutions for diverse client needs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Finance

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ

Skills

  • Implemented multiple real estate Portfolio Alignments
  • Real estate operations expertise
  • Lease negotiations
  • Business case development
  • Market analysis
  • Stakeholder relationship management
  • Corporate communications

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Timeline

Director of Real Estate

Willscot
09.2023 - Current

Managing Director

Cushman & Wakefield
05.2016 - 09.2023

Vice President

JLL
04.2008 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Finance

University of Arizona
Brendan O'Shaughnessy