Cityscape Residential names Tony Granillo vice president of development

Cityscape Residential has appointed Tony Granillo vice president of development, with the Kansas City-based executive set to guide projects from site selection through delivery. The hire adds local market experience as the firm expands its development pipeline and strengthens execution across the region.

Why it matters: - Cityscape Residential is adding a development leader with Kansas City experience as it looks to grow in the market. - Granillo will oversee projects from early-stage site work through construction and delivery, a role that can affect project speed, cost control and execution. - The hire supports Cityscape Residential’s push to deepen relationships with municipalities, brokers, landowners, capital partners and community stakeholders.

What happened: - Cityscape Residential named Tony Granillo vice president of development. - Granillo is based in Kansas City. - In the new role, Granillo will lead real estate development projects from site identification and deal structuring through entitlement, construction and delivery. - Jim Thomas, co-founder and principal of Cityscape Residential, said Granillo’s development expertise, technical knowledge and Kansas City relationships will support the company’s growth.

The details: - Granillo will identify development opportunities and oversee project execution and financial performance. - Granillo will also work with Cityscape Residential’s construction and property management teams on project costs, schedules, quality and long-term performance. - At NorthPoint Development, Granillo managed the 2.1-million-square-foot, $280 million Foster Commerce industrial development. - Granillo also handled tenant improvement projects across the Kansas City market while at NorthPoint Development. - His NorthPoint work included coordinating consultants and contractors, managing budgets, securing zoning approvals and building relationships with brokers, municipal leaders and city councils. - At Copaken Brooks, Granillo provided development and owner’s representation services on multiple assignments. - His Copaken Brooks work included support for FIFA World Cup-related renovations at Arrowhead Stadium. - That role included coordinating vendors, contractors and government jurisdictions while managing state funding, project financials and forecasting. - Granillo also led real estate development projects across the Kansas City market at Copaken Brooks. - Earlier in his career, Granillo spent eight years with Kiewit leading engineering teams. - At Kiewit, he supported the design, construction and commissioning of large-scale solar, power generation and infrastructure projects. - Granillo holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Kansas State University and a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Emporia State University. - Cityscape Residential is a multifamily real estate development and construction firm focused on residential communities. - The company says it aims to create communities through strong partnerships, disciplined execution and a commitment to long-term value.

Between the lines: - The appointment signals a preference for a leader who combines development, engineering and stakeholder-management experience. - Granillo’s background suggests Cityscape Residential wants someone who can manage both the technical and relationship-heavy parts of development. - His Kansas City network could help the company move faster on local projects and approvals.

What's next: - Granillo is expected to help Cityscape Residential identify new opportunities and push projects through the full development cycle. - The company is positioning for continued expansion in Kansas City with Granillo helping align development, construction and property management. - Granillo said he looks forward to working with the Cityscape team and local partners to deliver projects that create value for residents, investors and communities.