FORT LAUDERDALE, FL—Commercial and multifamily real estate firm Stiles reports it has hired Justin Siemens, formerly of Federal Realty Investment Trust, as its director of commercial real estate development.

Stationed at Stiles' headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, he will report to Stiles Chief Development Officer Robert Breslau. The company says Siemens will focus on sourcing new commercial development opportunities in core markets throughout Florida as the company aims to grow its retail and office development pipeline in the Southeast.

“Justin's prior experience provides a wealth of benefit to Stiles,” says Breslau. “He is a true deal hunter who can be creative in arranging complex transactions. Also, due to his diverse background, he brings a comprehensive approach to a transaction and can manage challenges that might surface from acquisition to development.”