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Nicholas Diaz Silveira

Miami,FL

Summary

A proactive and results-driven Development Manager with over 6 years of experience in real estate development, specializing in acquisitions, entitlements, and managing projects through their entire lifecycle. I have spearheaded the development of 6,627 apartment rental units across 21 institutional-quality projects in South Florida, including garden-style, mid-rise, and high-rise multifamily properties, for Total Project Costs of $2.02 Billion. My expertise in strategic leadership, financial oversight, and innovative problem-solving is poised to drive ACRE’s projects from concept to successful completion.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Development Manager

The Estate Companies
03.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw multiple development projects, totaling 3,381 multifamily rental units across 11 projects with total project costs of $1.2 billion
  • Managed projects from pre-development to exit, ensuring comprehensive oversight from acquisition to operation
  • Regularly reviewed and adjusted proformas and managed budgets through construction and operation phases, optimizing financial objectives
  • Developed and maintained detailed schedules tracking the full development lifecycle, ensuring timely progression and stakeholder engagement
  • Led strategic interactions with government officials, expediting entitlements and securing permits through established relationships with commissioners, city managers, and department heads
  • Produced detailed internal and external project status reports, covering budget performance, projections, and financial updates for stakeholders
  • Sourced, negotiated, and managed contracts with consultants and contractors, focusing on cost efficiency, quality, and timely delivery
  • Conducted regular site visits to monitor progress, resolve issues, and ensure adherence to project specifications
  • Coordinated between in-house and external design teams to align project goals with development strategies

Senior Development Associate

The Estate Companies
03.2021 - 03.2023
  • Directed a team of four (one senior associate, one associate, two interns) in the Acquisitions and Entitlements division, enhancing efficiency and outcomes for mixed-use and multifamily projects
  • Managed the acquisition, design, entitlement, and permitting process for multiple projects, totaling 2,272 apartment rental units across 7 projects
  • Oversaw acquisition strategies, including market analysis, financial oversight, and investor communications

Development Associate

The Estate Companies
01.2019 - 03.2021
  • Assisted senior management in navigating acquisitions and entitlements for multiple projects, totaling 974 apartment rental units across 3 projects, honing negotiation and stakeholder management skills
  • Led initial acquisition phases, establishing proficiency in strategic planning and team leadership

Associate Broker, Capital Markets & Investment Sales

Transwestern
04.2018 - 12.2018
  • Initiated career through active networking, gaining deep market understanding and client relationship skills, conducting over 100 cold-calls daily
  • Engaged in market analysis and financial underwriting, building foundational knowledge in commercial real estate dynamics with a focus on Office and Retail space

Education

B.A. -

Duke University
Durham, NC
05.2013

Skills

  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Full Development Lifecycle Project Management
  • Financial Analysis & Budgeting
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Advanced Excel
  • Effective Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Quick Learning
  • Adaptability
  • Time and Pressure Management

Summary Of Impact

I have demonstrated exceptional leadership in guiding the acquisition, entitlement, development, and operation of extensive real estate portfolios, ensuring excellence in large-scale project management.

Affiliations

  • Urban Land Institute (ULI) - Active Member

Certification

REFAI Financial Modeling Certification

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Development Manager

The Estate Companies
03.2023 - Current

Senior Development Associate

The Estate Companies
03.2021 - 03.2023

Development Associate

The Estate Companies
01.2019 - 03.2021

Associate Broker, Capital Markets & Investment Sales

Transwestern
04.2018 - 12.2018

B.A. -

Duke University
Nicholas Diaz Silveira