Mgr Real Estate

About the role

We manage processes for executing transactions involving the acquisition, infrastructure leasing, sale or leasing of real property rights in accordance with strategy and planning goals and the department's annual business plan. We supervise and manage the performance of Senior Real Estate Representatives and Real Estate Representatives responsible for executing property acquisition projects, infrastructure leasing, sale or leasing of real property rights.

Responsibilities

• Manages the performance of Senior Real Estate Representatives and Real Estate Representatives responsible for acquiring all of the land and rights of way required for Company operations.
• Manages work of real estate acquisition, infrastructure leasing, sale or leasing of real property rights staff to ensure proper allocation of staff resources among assignments and prioritization of work in accordance with the Company's strategic acquisition plan; provides for staff training and career development.
• Provides transactional support as required by direct reports.
• Manages relationships with other business units, governmental/regulatory bodies, transportation agencies and railroads in connection with the execution of real estate acquisition matters.
• Develops, establishes and monitors budgets and financial forecasts for transactions and team projects.
• Remains current on trends and developments in the industry to ensure that processes for executing acquisitions appeals reflect best corporate real estate practices.
• Exercises leadership to maintain a work environment that promotes diversity, safety and a high level of employee commitment. Supports the continued development of direct reports.
• Manages the use of external resources to execute acquisition transactions.
• Acts as an expert witness before state regulatory authorities when required for land acquisitions.
• Supervises and performs contract negotiations and document preparation; reviews appraisals, environmental reports, engineering plans and title and property records; supervises and performs all other conveyance and closing activities for real estate acquisitions.
• Reports regularly on the status of acquisitions to the Manager of Real Estate & Facilities.
• Accountable for executing transactions on time and within budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 7-10 years of accomplished real estate experience involving real estate transactions, contract negotiation, property valuation, market analysis, commercial development and finance with Real Estate license.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, 9-12 years of utility-specific real estate experience.
• Thorough understanding of real estate closing procedures and documentation.
• Exceptional negotiation skills and strong analytical and communication skills.
• Effective performance management skills and demonstrated success as a supervisor or manager.
• Demonstrated success in achieving challenging business goals, assuming leadership role and delivering effective solutions to business problems in a corporate setting.
• Proven ability to build consensus, establish trust, communicate effectively and foster culture change.
• Demonstrated business acumen, customer awareness and ability to create value.
• 5+ years Experience managing and obtaining Rights of Way and Land Rights.
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 7-10 years of accomplished real estate experience involving real estate transactions, contract negotiation, property valuation, market analysis, commercial development and finance with Real Estate license.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, 9-12 years of utility-specific real estate experience.
• Thorough understanding of real estate closing procedures and documentation.
• Exceptional negotiation skills and strong analytical and communication skills.
• Effective performance management skills and demonstrated success as a supervisor or manager.
• Demonstrated success in achieving challenging business goals, assuming leadership role and delivering effective solutions to business problems in a corporate setting.
• Proven ability to build consensus, establish trust, communicate effectively and foster culture change.
• Demonstrated business acumen, customer awareness and ability to create value.
• 5+ years Experience managing and obtaining Rights of Way and Land Rights.
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience.

Skills

• Real Estate License
• Negotiation Skills
• Project Management
• Financial Forecasting
• Contract Negotiations
• Property Valuation
• Market Analysis
• Commercial Development
• Customer Awareness
• Business Acumen

Benefits

• Annual salary range: $113,600.00/Yr. – $156,200.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 20%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• And much more