Alexander Durst is the Chief Development Officer and a Principal of The Durst Organization. He leads the acquisition, design, and construction of large-scale projects and the integration of those projects into the operations of the company. Additionally, Alexander oversees Durst Ventures, the company’s strategic investment portfolio dedicated to innovative solutions for building and operating properties more efficiently.

Alexander has directed the construction and entitlement of iconic mixed-use properties, including VIA 57 WEST, EŌS, and Sven. He has also supervised the acquisition of more than $400 million of development sites, including Halletts Point in Astoria. Alexander joined Durst in 2006, managing the company’s Brownfield Program. In 2012, he oversaw the restoration of seven award-winning buildings in Lower Manhattan that were severely damaged by Hurricane Sandy.

Alexander serves on the Real Estate Board of New York’s Executive Committee and Board of Governors. Alexander is the Governor-appointed Chair of the State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Commission for the City of New York.

Alexander has degrees in Geology and Earth Sciences from Colorado College and Montana State University.