Real Estate & Project Services Director

Skyler Hynes

Director

***********@*****.*** Los Angeles, 90048, US 310-***-****

https://www.linkedin.com/in/skylerhynes @skylerhynes Summary

Dynamic Real Estate & Project Services Director with over 15 years of experience in retail development and real estate advisory. Proven expertise in lease negotiations, site planning, and project coordination. Increased revenue per square foot by 20% through strategic layout optimizations. Adept at conducting feasibility analyses and managing high-stakes projects from conception to completion. Committed to delivering exceptional value and results, ready to drive success in the real estate sector.

Work Experience

Lead Project Developer, POOL, Mesa, AZ

06/2007 – 06/2009

Directed all phases of a multi-retail development, encompassing leasing, marketing, site planning, and tenant coordination.

Negotiated lease agreements with national and regional retailers; cultivated and maintained retailer relationships throughout the build-out process. Oversaw test fits, store layouts, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) requirements, ADA

(Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance, and adherence to design criteria. Coordinated with architects, contractors, vendors, and municipal agencies from permitting through construction.

Produced pro-forma budgets, established timeline projections, and developed usage optimization plans.

Realtor & Development Advisor, Coldwell Banker Realty, Beverly Hills, US 01/2009 – Present

Advised developers on design, fixture selection, finishes, and staging strategies to enhance market value.

Conducted feasibility analyses, market studies, and design-to-value recommendations to inform project decisions.

Managed pre-development activities and prepared properties for market positioning, focusing on residential and mixed-use assets.

Co-Founder & Director of Operations, Don’t Panic Designs, Los Angeles, Us 06/1992 – 07/2007

Created layouts, merchandising strategies, and operational workflows for five retail stores in major markets.

Oversaw store build-outs, vendor negotiations, procurement processes, and retail space planning initiatives.

Enhanced revenue per square foot by 20% annually through optimized floor plans and design improvements.

Managed the design and execution of trade show exhibits for MAGIC, IFBS, and other industry events.

Skills

Retail Leasing Tenant Coordination Retail Space Planning Multi-Retail Project Management MEP/ADA Review

Vendor & Contractor Management Budgeting Procore Bluebeam AutoCAD (review) Real Estate Program Analysis Client Management Project Management Leadership Problem Solving

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