Director of Real Estate and Facilities

The Director of Real Estate and facilities is responsible for the project management of all leasing, construction, facilities, and real estate transactions.

Job Duties/Accountabilities:

• Assist with real estate acquisition planning including: Phase I studies, title work, ALTA surveys, TOPO surveys, purchase agreements, existing facility studies, etc., along with proper vetting of the building and site constraints.
• Work with the team to handle zoning regulations and city approvals by providing clear direction on project intent and operational practices.
• With assistance of architects and with feedback from the store/corporate team, work to determine physical space needs, desired adjacencies and overall facility objectives.
• Implement Morrie's and OEM design standards and specs with individual store requirements.
• Manage construction meetings and overall project schedules between design, construction, and store management teams in association with manufacturer required deadlines.
• Manage facilities team to ensure facilities meet company standards for customer and employee satisfaction.
• Manage the procurement of owner FFE necessary for operations (i.e. furniture, service equipment, MFR media packages, signage, security, IT)
• Work to with external partners to ensure that Morrie's construction projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all things construction and building related as it pertains to new builds, remodels, etc.
• Manage communication with the manufacturers on location approvals, design and construction deadlines, and reimbursements related to facility improvements.
• Prepare budgets on overall project costs and report on construction progress to MAG Management team and the Board of Directors.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or a related field. Real Estate Certification and/or Master's Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in real estate transactions and portfolio management is preferred along with a minimum of 5-years of facilities management.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of project management experience required.
• Automotive and/or retail construction experience is preferred.

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