Director, Occupier Solutions

Newmark Zimmer; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and welfare benefits

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A national real estate firm is seeking a corporate real estate manager in Kansas City. The successful candidate will manage corporate real estate processes, including space requirements, negotiations, and site selections for Fortune 500 clients. Applicants should have 5-7 years of real estate experience, ideally with an MBA or Master’s in Real Estate. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling are necessary. This role also involves frequent communication and collaboration with project teams, along with a commitment to client service.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years real estate industry experience.
• Strong record of academic achievement.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the corporate real estate process.
• Work with Americas Project Management on tenant improvement requirements.
• Evaluate real estate alternatives and recommend solutions.
• Lead support functions and ensure schedule responsibilities.
• Interface with governmental entities regarding zoning issues.
• Identify cost saving opportunities regularly.
• Communicate frequently with project teams and management.

Skills

Financial analysis and modeling

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Travel 25%

Education

MBA or Master of Real Estate degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Basic Function

Work with Fortune 500 clients as well as other national and regional clients of Newmark Zimmer to manage all aspects of the corporate real estate process.

Experience/Education

5-7 years real estate industry experience. MBA or Master of Real Estate degree preferred with a strong record of academic achievement.

Specific Skills Desired

Demonstrated experience in financial analysis and modeling with strong analytical capabilities. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a high degree of attention to detail. Proven commitment to delivering superior client service with professionalism. Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%.

Essential Job Functions

• As directed, manage all aspects of the corporate real estate process defining space requirements, site selections, negotiations, document preparations, excess space dispositions throughout the Americas region.
• Work with Americas Project Management to analyze and develop tenant improvement requirements and costs.
• Evaluate real estate alternatives (lease vs. buy, sale/leaseback, build-to-suit) and recommend the most cost-effective solution.
• Lead internal support functions and external service partners to ensure that all parties are meeting their schedule responsibilities and following SOPs.
• Interface with governmental entities involving zoning, permitting and tax issues.
• Identify and contribute cost saving opportunities for all project activities on a regular basis.
• Communicate frequently with all levels of the project teams, customers, and management.

ZRES Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. Our employees are offered competitive compensation, health and welfare benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.