Peter J. McGowan is a Managing Director within Newmark’s Global Managed Services division, where he oversees acquisition due diligence, lease audit, and a wide array of back-office accounting and lease administration-related functions. Leveraging over three decades of experience working with some of the nation’s largest office and retail owners, McGowan is known for his ability to enhance client portfolios by optimizing cash flow and building instant equity through strategic audits, cutting-edge technical innovations, and streamlined process improvements.
Before joining Newmark, McGowan was the President and a founding Principal of Meridian Realty Consultants, Inc., a national, full-service real estate consulting firm where he played a pivotal role in client relationships and the development of customized, innovative programs. His professional expertise spans business development, system implementations, lease audits and administration, cash flow modeling, and lease abstracting. During his tenure, the firm contributed to real estate transactions exceeding $200 billion.
Professional Affiliations & Achievements
- Member, International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), 2000-2025
Education
McGowan earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from the Pennsylvania State University.