Real Estate Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Oversee and facilitate projects throughout the phases of site selection, design, and shop openings.

• Analyze markets while monitoring competitors, retail activities, and growth trends.

• Utilize GIS for demographic insights and modeling data to formulate growth strategies.

• Stay informed of site opportunities within market regions.

• Negotiate Letters of Intent (LOIs) and assist in lease negotiations involving legal, franchise partners, and landlords.

• Review and finalize Real Estate Committee presentations for assessment and decision-making.

• Educate Franchisees and Operating Partners on optimal site selection strategies.

• Conduct field reviews of proposed sites within the assigned territory and within set timelines.

• Collaborate with Construction teams for effective communication with landlords/developers, adherence to deadlines, and evaluation of financial viability.

• Launch new markets as directed by the Real Estate Committee.

• Maintain broker relationships in targeted development markets.

• Deliver timely updates regarding development activities within the designated territory.

• Develop growth plans for company and franchise partner expansion.

• Keep HQ departments informed about site opportunities and development requirements.

• Respond to verbal and written communications in a professional and timely manner.

• Attend ICSC, Retail Live, and other relevant retail conferences to educate partners and identify site opportunities.

• Collaborate with Construction, Operations Support, Administration, and pre-opening teams to ensure successful shop openings.

• Coordinate with architecture and design teams to ensure that plan development and franchisee timelines are adhered to.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience is required.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial real estate is required.

• Familiarity with build-to-suit projects, leases, land use, development processes, building permits, and construction project management is advantageous.

• Willingness to travel, with at least 40% of time spent on the road.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Exceptional organizational skills.

• Capacity to adapt to changing circumstances with ease.

• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines.

• Persistent, task-focused project management skills and follow-through.

• Strong communication skills.

• Proficient in reading and writing English.

• Good or corrected vision and hearing capabilities.

• Competence in operating a computer and office productivity tools.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan with company match.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Flexible working hours and a supportive work environment.