Sr Real Estate Manager

Responsibilities

Become thoroughly familiar with assigned markets, existing franchisees and new licensees who are searching for prospective locations.
Identify new site opportunities in designated market.
Cultivate relationships with franchisees, brokers, and developers at the regional and national level.
Utilize GIS systems for demographic modeling information to assist in the development of market plans.
Maintain project pipeline databases as well as other related reports and analyses as needed.
Develop and maintain market optimization plans within designated markets.
Initiates and organizes real estate market tours for site selection and market reviews.
Responsible for coordinating with Construction the site layout or test-fit of prospective locations.
Prepare and present new site development packages to the real estate committee.
Manages the process of due diligence activities, entitlement activities, and necessary internal approvals
Experience and Competencies

Minimum Requirements

7+ years in real estate deal making experience, acquiring, negotiating and validating sites.
Comprehensive understanding of site selection, development, and construction for ground up development, retrofits of existing space or conversions of competitor space.
Proficiency evaluating and negotiating real estate documents, including leases, purchase contracts, and letters of intent.
Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly explain site selection decisions to Goddard leadership.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Ability to travel 30-50% of time.
Highly Desired

Flexibility and agility to adapt to changing market dynamics.
Ability to manage a large portfolio of business with limited oversight.
Can focus on outcomes that algin with overall business objectives and are persistent and diligent with driving towards success.
Ownership mentality