Jim Carman honored with Landmark Awards for Commercial Real Estate Leadership
Jim Carman, President of the Houston Region for Howard Hughes, received the inaugural Landmark Award for Leaders in Commercial Real Estate from the Houston Business Journal. This recognition highlights his significant impact on real estate development in the Houston area. During his tenure, Carman has overseen more than $2 billion in development projects, shaping iconic master-planned communities such as The Woodlands and Bridgeland. His leadership at Bridgeland has earned it a spot among the top 20 best-selling master-planned communities in the U. S.
, ranking #7 nationwide and #2 in Texas. Current projects include Texas’ first stand-alone Ritz-Carlton Residences and a new mass timber office building. Sean McCrory, Editor-in-Chief for the Houston Business Journal, praised Carman's contributions, noting his oversight of several major projects. Additionally, Carman actively supports community nonprofits, serving in leadership roles that reflect his commitment to civic engagement. This award underscores the influence of thoughtful planning and execution in driving growth and enhancing community value.