Leap Brands is hiring a
Real Estate Manager

Summary

The job is for a Real Estate Manager in the restaurant industry, responsible for site feasibility analysis, site selection, and property management. The role requires interaction with various teams, including Operations Franchise Business Consultants, Design & Construction Services Team, architects, engineers, general contractors, land use attorneys, and governmental authorities.

Requirements

• 10+ years of high performing real estate & construction experience within the restaurant, or retail industry
• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, construction, real estate, architecture
• Real estate development experience including finance and incentives, permitting, design, construction, and leasing an asset
• Strong construction project management experience working with General Contractors
• Must possess strong financial analyses skills and demonstrated ability to analyze and implement complex financial models and structures
• Highly effective communication, presentation, and listening abilities are essential for navigating company investment/development opportunities
• High level research skills required to collect and analyze market information

Responsibilities

• Lead activities related to site feasibility analysis and site selection of shop sites
• Oversee all aspects of real estate management at assigned properties including turnover functions, maintenance, inspections, and creating a capital investment plan
• Initiate, create, and manage the approved business plans for development/investment opportunities, including all aspects of leasing, sale, acquisition, and land
• Responsible for successful real estate selection, lease administration, and property management
• Analyze real estate proposals and negotiate lease terms for corporately owned and franchised locations
• Direct the flow of real estate transactions by coordinating with brokers, attorneys, landlords, etc
• Develop, grow and maintain a national network of brokers to assist with site acquisition in all target markets
• Direct the improvement of existing properties through lease negotiations for additional tenure and reduced rent
• Oversee construction teams to ensure details are executed properly
• Manage site approval process and ensure all stakeholders are informed and involved
• Ensure timely and accurate updates on status of all development activities company-wide
• Serve as a thought-leader on market planning and expansion including real estate strategies to enhance development program process and performance