Capital Real Estate and Planning Officer

Chief Operating Officer; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, North Carolina is seeking a Capital Real Estate and Planning Officer to lead the district’s capital development, real estate acquisition, and long-range facilities planning under the Chief Operations Officer.

This senior-level role requires advanced decision-making, budget oversight, procurement governance, and sustainability initiatives to align with the district’s strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or related area required.
• Masters degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in related area preferred.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all laws, policies, and procedures.
• Lead, manage, supervise and evaluate assigned programs/staff.
• Oversee complex, high-value portfolios and ensure sound fiscal stewardship.
• Guide real estate activities including acquisition, leasing, disposition, and due diligence.
• Establish procedures to ensure timely review and approval of contracts, permits and documentation.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Lead sustainability initiatives aligned with standards.
• Develop strategies to reduce long-term operating costs.
• Develop monitors performance indicators for sustainability.
• Supervise development/administration of project budgets and financial plans.
• Review and approve project cost estimates and procurement recommendations.
• Deliver timely progress reporting and expenditure forecasts.
• Review feasibility studies and environmental assessments for compliance.

Skills

Strategic real estate planning

Budgeting and financial management

Leadership and supervision

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or related area

Master's degree in related area

5+ years of experience in related area

Equivalent combination of experience and education

Job description

Capital Real Estate and Planning Officer

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Job Details

Job ID: 5980159
Application Deadline: Dec 04, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)
Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

Job Description

General Definition of Work

The capital development and real estate officer, under minimal supervision, performs senior-level work with extensive decision-making discretion developing and implementing the district’s capital improvement program, long-range facilities planning, real estate acquisition and management, and district sustainability initiatives. Position ensures all capital investments, property transactions, and facility strategies align with the district’s strategic plan, operational goals, and educational priorities. Employee performs advanced and supervisory work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to capital real estate and planning under the direction of the Chief Operations Officer.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Lead, manage, supervise and evaluate assigned programs/staff in the district
• Oversee complex, high-value portfolios and ensure sound fiscal stewardship
• Guide all real estate activities including acquisition, leasing, disposition, and due diligence to support the district’s capital and operational needs
• Establish and enforce procedures to ensure timely review and approval of contracts, permits and documentation
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to prevent cost overruns, schedule delays, and compliance issues

• Lead initiatives focused on sustainability, environmental stewardship, and energy efficiency aligning facility operations with local state, and federal sustainability standards
• Develop strategies to reduce long-term operating costs through sustainability design, energy rebate programs, and renewable energy adoption
• Develop monitors performance indicators for sustainability climate efforts ensuring timely execution, quality outcomes, reporting and accountability
• Supervise/participate in the development/administration of project budgets; ensure project financial plans are developed, approved, and tracked through budget cycles
• Review and approve project cost estimates, funding requests, and procurement recommendations to maintain financial integrity and compliance with governing policies
• Deliver timely progress reporting and expenditure forecasts
• Review and validate feasibility studies, appraisals, environmental assessments, and land use planning to ensure compliance with policy and budgetary parameters

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive in-depth knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of public school system capital real estate, construction, building codes and environmental stewardship
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to school system capital real estate, construction, and environmental stewardship
• Knowledge of civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines related to school construction
• Thorough knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards regarding the capital planning process and capital construction requirements
• Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to develop, monitor, and implement a fiscally sound budget
• Ability to direct and evaluate the work of others
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or related area required
• Masters degree in related area preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in related area preferred
• Equivalent combination of experience and education

Contact Information

• CMS Staff
• 600 E. Fourth Street
• Fifth Floor
• Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]