Providing relevant results for our clients.
Below is a sampling of current and past projects; in total we have developed and leased over 6 million square feet of office, industrial and multi-family housing across the U.S. and developed numerous industrial and office parks. And we have improved the global real estate portfolios of corporate clients through smart, creative and customized solutions and management.
Success stories
shelter housing
Finding and securing shelter housing for families and individuals in transition.
corridor redevelopment study
Reimagining a well-established and significant transit corridor through a developed community presents both opportunity and challenge.
office to industrial
A smart decision based on real data and information led to a successful transformation and outcome.
office repositioning
How do you re-position a large, single tenant, high-quality office building in a market surrounded by a good labor force, with great visibility and access, but not known for its office product?
coworking space
Coworking spaces are continuing to expand across the globe. We work differently than we used to and we don’t necessarily work in the same space every day. So what is coworking anyway?
The 428: your work, your way
KimbleCo was delighted to be selected for a variety of roles on this exciting downtown St. Paul new office project, the first building registered for LEED and WELL Building certifications in the state of Minnesota.
towerside, the msp innovation district
Towerside is the only designated innovation district in the Twin Cities with the intent to mix entrepreneurs, residents, researchers, developers and businesses with a new, restorative, healthy and arts-inspired community.
Build-to-suit
A platform of account and relationship management strategies were developed to facilitate multiple ground up build-to-suit developments and to ensure client satisfaction, resulting in repeat business over time.
national roll-out
KimbleCo worked to find the very best locations for this client that could be located in a variety of different asset types: retail, office or medical office.
multifamily fee development
After decades of use as a successful park and fly facility, the development team was up for the challenge to transform this land into exactly the right project for location and market.
med tech office
Sometimes where you start is not where you end up. From changes in scope to a tight timeline and budget, KimbleCo was there for each step of the journey.
fortune 500 company, acquisition/merger & Transition
Communication in any transition is key but especially when merging two different cultures – keeping stakeholders apprised of the changes that are happening helps retain talent and minimize business as usual during the transition.
Additional work
UNITEDHEALTH GROUP*
Developed 7 build-to-suit suburban office buildings across the U.S. for this Fortune 100 customer using an innovative net lease structure that shared in value creation with the client. From site selection to design and development/construction to lease negotiation. Developed a platform of account and relationship management strategies to facilitate multiple developments and successful client satisfaction supporting repeat business.
CONAGRA FOODS*
Developed 4 distribution facilities across the U.S. for this Fortune 100 food giant. Site selection, design and development, lease negotiations and extensive incentives capture along with rail service agreement negotiations.
FLYNN HALL*
122 unit residence hall on the University of St. Thomas campus, developed with a privatized approach and tax-exempt bond financing.
I-35W BUSINESS PARK - GATEWAY*
Responsible for all aspects of industrial park re-development project of 36 acres in first tier suburb of Roseville, Minnesota. From feasibility to acquisition and assemblage of sites, entitlements, incentives, infrastructure, marketing, development and subsequent development of industrial spec and build to suit projects.
EXCELSIOR CROSSINGS*
Provided development assistance for three office buildings totaling 750,000 sf, which became a second corporate campus for one of the country’s largest companies. Worked with several government agencies, obtained grants and entitlements, managed the development proforma, and worked through to lease and eventual sale of the buildings.
THE BRIDGES AT ARBOR LAKES*
Responsible for development coordination and unit sales of phased condominium project of 200-plus high-end residential units. Worked with development partners, legal, finance, construction and multiple vendor teams to design, build and sell units through to the eventual transfer to the Home Owners Association, while managing budget, timeframe and buyer satisfaction.
ARBOR LAKES MAIN STREET NORTH*
Negotiated approximately 25,000 sf of office leases with local brokers, on behalf of the owner. Worked with a national credit tenant to secure an urgent five-year lease. Successfully customized space for a dental tenant, and oversaw the relocation of existing tenant to accommodate a new tenant, creating a win-win result.
AMERIPRISE*
Responsible for the oversight of leased, corporate-owned advisor offices across the western and southeast regions of the US. Oversaw transactions, projects and facility management. Acted as a liaison to regional and site business leaders for their real estate requirements, working through P&L requirements for real estate costs. Partnered with our outsource provider to ensure our business goals/requirements were met.
GLOBAL ACCOUNT, JOHNSON CONTROLS GLOBAL WORKPLACE SOLUTIONS*
While based in London, U.K., led the $350M outsourced facilities management account for the Shell Oil Retail portfolio in 32 countries. Managed a diverse global team of 600 employees and accountable for business strategy, P & L management, account growth and client satisfaction. During leadership tenure:
Increased year-on-year scorecard KPI performance and delivered historical best year of performance.
Significantly exceeded customer savings targets year-on-year.
Created five-year strategic plan with following year development into a Joint Road Map, aligning customer and Johnson Controls mutual objectives.
Led account growth by expansion into new global regions (Middle East and Europe) and through incremental scope growth.
Led efforts to develop a new building management system anticipated to revolutionize future maintenance management and provide a platform for continuing innovation.
Received prestigious Downstream Award for generating significant client cost savings.
Awarded Johnson Controls Merit Award for Customer Satisfaction.
NATIONAL PORTFOLIO, JOHNSON CONTROLS GLOBALWORKPLACE SOLUTIONS*
Led the America’s National Accounts business with P & L responsibility ($200M) for a portfolio consisting of over 55 real estate and facilities management customer accounts including the national healthcare market sector with goals of driving cost reduction, reducing customer risk and improving real estate portfolios.
* Work completed prior to Kimble Consulting