PREFERRED LOCATION:  Atlanta, GA / Also: Chicago, IL or Baltimore, MD

POSITION SUMMARY:  Working in collaboration with other team members, the Real Estate Manager will coordinate and oversee the company’s new and existing site growth plans by actively managing real estate site selection, entitlement, design, and construction activities.

The Real Estate Manager is focused on delivering high-quality work, on time and on budget; will administer and coordinate strategic growth initiatives for new units, real estate acquisition and/or leases.  This includes managing reporting, budgets, and schedules to provide clear, concise, and timely information and data to inform sound strategic and economic decisions for the Executive Committee of the company. The position will report to the Co-Founders/Partners.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  (include the following - other duties may be assigned):

• Collaborate closely with the executive team to determine optimal new store locations in assigned markets.
• Develop deep market knowledge for each market Company has assets.
• Monitor competition and develop strategies to best compete within a given market.
• Develop deep local real estate owner relationships to maximize available new stores and development opportunities.
• Lead and coordinate real estate site selection.
• Oversee preparation of standard Real Estate Committee packages and analysis of sites recommended for approval by Executive Committee.
• Supervise and coordinate all aspects of Company’s land acquisitions and leases including land and building PSA negotiations and ground lease negotiations utilizing outsourced lawyers and paralegal professionals.
• Plan, supervise and coordinate the due diligence investigation process for all new locations with Development Team.
• Review, provide input and coordinate development budgets for each project.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

The ideal candidate for this position will thrive in a highly entrepreneurial, social, fast-moving environment. This self-starter candidate should be an enthusiastic team player, offer innovative ideas and have the ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong experience in the retail asset class is essential, including experience and skill with the site development process. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in finance, real estate, or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in a multi-unit, retail, or commercial expansion program.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and people skills.
• Excellent organizational and reasoning skills.
• Understanding of core business disciplines including real estate development and retail unit operations and investment principles.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills including advanced proficiency in industry standard software.
• Ability to interpret complex legal documents such as retail ground leases and purchase and sale agreements.
• Proven ability for writing and presentation skills, with the ability to analyze and present data clearly and concisely.
• Must be able to form and sustain strong relationships and work well in a collaborative team.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to drive results.
• Detail oriented, capable of managing multiple work streams simultaneously, while being extremely professional and service oriented.
• Ability to travel as required for effective oversight of assets.
• Professional presence to interact with executive management.
• Ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously with demanding deadlines in a small team environment.
• Ability to operate with a high degree of flexibility and to adapt to changing demands.
• Self-starter and can work well with limited direction.
• Initiative, resourcefulness, strong attention to detail, reliable.

About Poline Search Partners

Poline Search Partners is an international executive search firm specializing in the shopping center industry. We serve property owners, developers, retailers and service providers who are seeking remarkable talent and work to align them with candidates who are eager for new growth opportunities. Since 1979, our team has been connecting companies and candidates with a commitment to integrity and client satisfaction—making us the industry’s most trusted leader in recruitment.

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