Real Estate Manager

Description

• Conduct market research and demographic analysis to identify high-potential locations
• Partner with leadership to prioritize target markets and submarkets
• Evaluate site feasibility based on zoning, site selection criteria, traffic patterns, and accessibility, and competition
• Prepare detailed site selection reports, financial modeling and presentations for internal stakeholders while advancing high-priority options
• Collaborate with brokers, developers, and local officials to gather site-specific data
• Coordinate site visits and assessments with cross-functional teams
• Travel to conduct site visits and property tours across development regions
• Maintain a database of potential sites and track status through the selection pipeline
• Support property negotiations (TI, term, concessions)
• Monitor real estate trends and provide insights to inform strategic decisions
• Organizes all documents and materials in designated company software systems
• Operates independently on activities relevant to projects
• Reporting to higher management levels as issues arise and through scheduled reporting
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Business, or related field 
• 2+ years of experience in site selection, real estate, development and/or market analysis
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in GIS tools, Excel and mapping software
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities 
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Familiarity with zoning codes, permitting processes, and local regulations
• Experience in retail, hospitality, or commercial real estate
• Knowledge of real estate financial modeling and lease structures
• Assumes complete responsibility for assignments of moderate complexity and continues to aggressively improve skill base
• Good interpersonal skills and a cooperative attitude 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Proficient in project management and has good organizational skills 
• Strong attention to detail
• Creativity and an ability to be proactive in problem solving
• Online research capabilities 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to travel via air/car, for multi-day business activities 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced de novo growth environment
• Bilingual preferred, but not necessary 
• Ability to provide a negative TB test results
• Ability to clear FBI & DOJ fingerprinting
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance
• A reliable care and be willing to drive daily (as required)

• Typical functions of this role include standing, sitting, and walking a majority of the time. There are occasions when kneeling, stooping, bending, or reaching may be necessary.  
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. on a regular basis. There may be occasions in which the employee must be able to lift or move up to 40 lbs.