Logo
job logo

Regional Real Estate - Senior Manager (DMV)

Lidl Atlanta, Arlington, VA, United States


Summary Lidl US is searching for the next Senior Manager to join our team! As part of our expansion across the US east coast, we are now looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and driven professional to join the Real Estate team in our DMV Regional Property Office. Real Estate is a fast paced and challenging area of the business, where you will be expected to drive and implement the expansion of new stores. This role reports to the Real Estate Director and manages Analyst and Specialist in Real Estate Acquisition and Development as well as mentors Managers. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a confident, experienced individual prepared to make their mark on the business by supporting the development and growth of Lidl US.

What You’ll Do Essential Functions

Supervise Analyst and Specialist support roles to the Real Estate and Construction functions in the region, develop and mentor Managers

Contribute to the development of the store expansion strategy and market plan in the assigned territory with the real estate team and leadership

Work with local brokers to study and tour individual submarkets and identify and pursue opportunities within each submarket

Achieve KPI targets set by Real Estate Director and Vice President

Organize and lead market and site visit tours with Real Estate Director and Vice President

Conduct due diligence assessments with external consultants to confirm budget, schedule and concept plans

Manage and negotiate with broker representatives an ongoing pipeline of LOIs

Work with internal and external counsel to negotiate lease and purchase agreements

Develop civil and building design plans for entitlements in collaboration with construction colleagues

Secure entitlements and permits for proposed sites, including, as applicable, zoning modifications, site plan approval, building permits, signage permits and bonds

Network within the industry as a front-facing representative of the company and brand

Implement and manage assigned projects and company commitments through effective project management and collaboration with stakeholders

Develop, monitor and report detailed budgets, schedules, and status on projects through systematic data maintenance

Communicate project milestones progress and challenges to senior leadership

What You’ll Need Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of real estate acquisition and lease process, purchase and sale process, real estate and contract law, retail real estate markets, real estate valuation, civil and building design, development entitlement processes for assigned regions, and best practices of real estate project management

Experience managing third party consultants such as brokers, architects, engineers and attorneys

Experience managing and mentoring an internal team of direct reports

Excellent supervisory skills with the ability to develop others

Excellent verbal and written communication

Excellent collaboration skills with team members and other departments

Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills

Excellent organization and attention to detail

Excellent time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Self-motivated with ambition and focus on quality work and volume output

Strong analytical approach and problem-solving

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate when appropriate

Proficiency in project management, budget management, and other customized software systems

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, or related software

Required Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Construction Management, Urban Planning, Project Management or related field

5+ years of experience in a related field

In lieu of degree, 7+ years of experience in related field will meet the education and related experience requirements listed above

Valid US driver's license, or the ability to obtain one

Physical Job Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times

Travel Requirements

This position commutes between regional property office, stores, distribution centers, HQ, potential sites, construction sites, and/or trade conferences and events up to 75% of the time

This position requires overnight domestic travel up to 10% of the time

What You’ll Receive At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That’s why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.

All our Lidl employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:

Medical & Prescription | Dental | Vision coverage

Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO) to use for sickness or vacation

Dedicated training plans to ensure you are set up for success

401k Plan (+ 5% company match)

Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance

Total Well-Being Program

DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule

Lidl US views our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) through a lens of actions that are Good for the Environment, Good for People, and Good for You.

#J-18808-Ljbffr