Senior Director, Corporate Real Estate & Facilities Strategy

Airbus Americas; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Americas seeks aSenior Real Estate & Facilities leader to shape the NA real estate strategy and drive long-term portfolio value. You will oversee major lease negotiations, site acquisitions, and governance while aligning with corporate culture and sustainability goals.

In this role, you will manage a 40+ site portfolio, coordinate with Procurement, Finance and EHS, and lead a team to deliver cost-efficient, compliant facilities across North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Construction Management or related degree.
• At least 10+ years in corporate real estate/facilities leadership.
• Experience with large-scale capital projects and vendor oversight.
• Fluent in English; strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a long-term real estate master plan aligned with growth and hybrid work.
• Lead lease negotiations, site acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Define NA workplace strategy reflecting corporate culture and efficiency.
• Drive ESG reporting to meet carbon and energy targets.
• Oversee asset management and portfolio governance across 40+ sites.
• Partner with cross-functional executives to align outcomes.

Skills

Real estate strategy

Lease negotiations

Portfolio management

Sustainability & ESG reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Construction Management or related degree

Master degree in Business Management or an equivalent

Tools

IWMS/CAFM platforms

Job description

Airbus Americas seeks aSenior Real Estate & Facilities leader to shape the NA real estate strategy and drive long-term portfolio value. You will oversee major lease negotiations, site acquisitions, and governance while aligning with corporate culture and sustainability goals.

In this role, you will manage a 40+ site portfolio, coordinate with Procurement, Finance and EHS, and lead a team to deliver cost-efficient, compliant facilities across North America.