Professional Bio
With over 28 years of dedicated experience in commercial land and building development, Mr. Cullina stands as a seasoned professional renowned for delivering high-value projects with exceptional efficiency and strategic acumen. His expertise spans the entire development lifecycle, from meticulous site selection and pre-acquisition due diligence to the intricate processes of entitlement procurement, financial modeling, and comprehensive construction management.
Mr. Cullina excels in navigating the complexities of real estate development, demonstrating deep proficiency in land acquisition, zoning regulations, permitting, and ensuring stringent regulatory compliance. His comprehensive skill set encompasses civil engineering and design, geotechnical analysis, environmental mitigation, brownfield redevelopment, CEQA processes, land use planning, infrastructure development, and water rights acquisition. This robust foundation is further bolstered by his mastery of financial feasibility and proforma analysis, ensuring optimal investment strategies and returns.
A skilled negotiator and communicator, Mr. Cullina has consistently fostered strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including equity partners, municipal bodies, and community groups. His ability to effectively present to city councils and county supervisors has been instrumental in securing necessary approvals and driving project success. His extensive project portfolio includes a wide range of developments, such as residential communities, industrial facilities, mission-critical data centers, cold storage warehouses, cross-bay distribution centers, Class “A” commercial buildings, hospitality projects, master-planned communities, transit-oriented developments, roadways and vehicular bridges, petrochemical utility relocations, and marine and seismic upgrades.
Educated in Real Estate and Construction Management at New York University, Engineering Technology/Communications at the University of Arizona, and Land Use/CEQA at the University of California, San Diego, Mr. Cullina possesses a strong academic foundation that complements his practical expertise. He is proficient in industry-standard software like Procore, Revit/BIM, as well as various video collaboration platforms, facilitating seamless communication and efficient project management.
Throughout his career, Mr. Cullina has consistently demonstrated the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, secure complex entitlements, and deliver projects on time and within budget. His extensive experience, ranging from managing large-scale master-planned communities to overseeing the development of mission-critical facilities, underscores his versatility and commitment to excellence. From brownfield redevelopment to the construction of advanced data centers, his proven track record highlights his ability to tackle diverse and challenging projects, making him a highly valued professional in the commercial real estate development industry.