Director of Real Estate

The Director of Real Estate is responsible for overseeing Goodwill’s real estate operations, including retail and non-retail properties. This role is crucial in the development, negotiation, and management of property acquisitions, leases, and facility planning, ensuring alignment with Goodwill’s mission and strategic objectives.

Role and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive real estate strategies that support the expansion and optimization of Goodwill’s property portfolio. Work closely with the VP of Commercial Services to align real estate efforts with the organization’s long-term goals.
• Oversee the daily operations of the real estate department, including lease negotiations and property management. 
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with landlords, brokers, developers, contractors, engineers, architects, and other real estate professionals. 
• Serve as Goodwill’s primary liaison in all real estate matters, ensuring effective communication and partnership.
• Partner with Goodwill’s internal teams including Finance, Retail, Legal, and Facilities.
• Collaborate with the Finance Department to manage budgets, conduct financial analyses, and ensure the financial viability of real estate projects. Own the responsibility for delivering results on time, on spec, and on budget.
• Monitor current market lease rates as a benchmark for existing Goodwill leases.
• Develop and maintain retail store level plans for lease renewals, store remodels and relocations, and store closures.
• Collaborate with the Finance and Retail Departments in developing forecasts for new locations utilizing and understanding Goodwill International site evaluation tools.
• Lead the project management of all significant real estate projects in collaboration with external professionals to track performance against planned costs and calendar.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to real estate and facilities. Prepare and present detailed reports on the status of properties and projects to senior management and the board as required.
• Monitor competitor activities in Goodwill’s service areas and maintain an active awareness of commercial and residential development trends.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. 

Required Skills & Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years in real estate management, including significant experience in retail property management and facility operations.
• Strong leadership skills, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and proficient in Microsoft Office and real estate management software. 
• Knowledge of demographic and mapping tools.
• Knowledge of real estate development, leases and negotiation, design plans, and project management. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Texas Driver’s License, current liability insurance, personal transportation, and an approved driving record.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment that requires managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Physical Requirements 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and talk or hear. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This position operates in both an office environment and at various Goodwill property sites, requiring occasional exposure to outdoor conditions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Post offer background check is required to ensure applicant meets all eligibility requirements for the assigned customer/location. Alternative work locations may be offered as appropriate.