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HOME > Marketplace Reflections > issue 119
"Dwell in possibility." Marketplace Reflections: Issue 119We hope you enjoy this issue of Marketplace Reflections. Dudley & Associates has been engaged in Executive Search and Recruiting since 1983. Our web site is www.dudleyandassoc.com. The phone number is (972) 265-7915. ANNOUNCEMENTSOPPORTUNITIES316 S Chief Engineer, P.E.(Dallas/Fort Worth)D&A is conducting a national search for a well established and respected commercial electrical contracting firm, whose projects include office, industrial, retail, government and sports facilities, hotels, and wind farms. Are you a registered electrical engineer with a self directed work ethic and a desire to join a fun, collegial and growing company? Do you enjoy a well rounded position, which includes the technical/engineering discipline, client development, and training/mentoring young aspiring professionals? If so, don’t miss out on this exciting D/FW opportunity, where we are considering candidates from across the U.S. Contact Sayres Dudley at asdudley@dudleyandassoc.com317 S Vice President for Middle East Operations(MENA)This position is responsible for the P&L of the region, with department heads reporting. Will lead the business development efforts in the marketplace, and help implement the strategic direction of the firm. Reports to the COO. Contact Sayres Dudley and Kathy Dudley at asdudley@dudleyandassociates.com; Kathydudley@dudleyandassoc.com318 S Project Management/Construction Management Division Director(MENA)This position is responsible for overseeing all PM/CM activities and personnel for the region. Most projects are large, complex, and spectacular in design. Reports to the VP of MENA. Contact Sayres Dudley and Kathy Dudley at asdudley@dudleyandassociates.com; Kathydudley@dudleyandassoc.com319 S Architectural Section Manager(MENA)This position is responsible for the operations of the Architectural department. Will help establish updated standards and procedures for the execution of architectural projects. Reports to a Principal, located in the UAE. Contact Sayres Dudley and Kathy Dudley at asdudley@dudleyandassociates.com; Kathydudley@dudleyandassoc.com320 S Building Design Director(MENA)This position will work closely with and report to the VP of MENA to coordinate the efforts of all parties to deliver world-class design projects. Contact Sayres Dudley and Kathy Dudley at asdudley@dudleyandassociates.com; Kathydudley@dudleyandassoc.com321 S Project Director/Senior Project Manager(MENA)Since our client is a consulting firm, this position will manage large-scale development projects on behalf of the owner, with budgets that may exceed $1BB US. Carry projects from setup and planning to final closeout. Report to PM/CM Director. Contact Sayres Dudley and Kathy Dudley at asdudley@dudleyandassociates.com; Kathydudley@dudleyandassoc.comMEETINGSTREC FightNight 2009Benefitting The Real Estate Council Foundation April 30, 2009 Hilton Anatole Hotel, Dallas, TX For more information, go to http://www.recouncil.com/txdalcnl/web.nsf/doc/meetings_fightnight.cm I.con—The Industrial Conference June 23–24, 2009 Hyatt Regency, Long Beach, CA For more information, go to http://www.naiop.org/conferences/Icon09/index.cfm ArticleReal Share Student Housing Conference, April 14-15, 2009Over 500 people attended the 2nd annual Student Housing Conference at the 4 Seasons Resort Hotel in Las Colinas. There was certainly an air of some hope and optimism amidst our dismal real estate climate, and spirited debate among panelists about the industry’s short and long term challenges and opportunities. In general though, the consensus was that the sector is reasonably recession proof, particularly for the stronger established owners who invest at the major name brand universities. The key note address by Mitchell Kiffe, VP Sales and Production at Freddie Mac, was of particular interest to this audience. He acknowledged that even though multi-family will be tough for the next 18 months, that student housing looks pretty good. Freddie Mac is loaning in that sector, funding 47 student housing loans in 2008, which made up 3% of their overall activity. He predicts that % will rise in 2009 within their portfolio. They have also introduced a Purpose Built Student Housing product, which should help add some standardization and common language to the sector. He stated clearly that such standardization is important as the sector moves forward. Mr. Kiffe said that most people understand the language and investment risks/criteria for senior housing, and that student housing must gain the same platform. This will help institutional investors to become more comfortable with the sector, thus bringing additional liquidity to that market, and helping drop the cost of capital. Another interesting discussion/topic surrounded the changes in design and amenity packages now offered for new projects. Greg Faulkner, of Humphreys & Partners, moderated a design panel introducing their Student e-Urban concept, which combines dense 3-4 story high efficiency clustered units around a courtyard, thus lowering construction costs. Other participants discussed the evolution from older apartment style housing, to modern mid and high rise units, equipped with plasma walls, sophisticated wi-fi, advanced security, shared privacy units, etc. Certainly not the “dormitories” or campus apartments we knew in college! Given the relative gloom that has permeated most real estate conferences the past year, the Real Share Student Housing conference was encouraging, and a hopeful sign of better days ahead for all sectors. Have a great day, Kathy & Sayres Dudley Dudley & Associates 6860 N. Dallas Parkway, Suite 200 Plano, TX 75024 Phone 972.265.7915 Fax 972.265.7916 www.dudleyandassoc.com Copyright © Dudley & Associates 2009 All Rights Reserved
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