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Company: TCI Transportation

Location: Ludlow, CA 92338

Description:

Real Estate Asset Manager - Industrial Portfolio

Location: Commerce, CA / Hybrid
Industry: Real Estate / Industrial Asset Management
Company: TCI - A Leading Transportation Services Provider
Compensation: Base Salary $140,000-$170,000 + 20-25% Performance Bonus (based on experience) + Full Benefits
Join TCI's Growth Journey

Are you a seasoned real estate professional with a passion for industrial property strategy and execution? TCI is seeking a Real Estate Asset Manager to lead the stewardship and strategic expansion of our national property footprint. This is a unique opportunity to join a privately held, family-owned enterprise with a $120MM real estate portfolio supporting over 4,000 transportation assets across North America.

Our industrial facilities-including 20 owned terminals and 9 leased sites-are the backbone of TCI's transportation ecosystem. As we look to scale operations and transition to a fully owned real estate model, this role will be instrumental in guiding site acquisition, property performance, and long-term value creation.
Key Responsibilities
Acquisitions & Strategic Growth (60%)
  • Conduct market research using sources like CoStar, brokers, and in-person scouting to identify acquisition targets aligned with trucking and trailer support functions.
  • Evaluate opportunities and lead negotiations with sellers and brokers, ensuring all deals meet operational needs and financial goals.
  • Partner with legal and finance teams to execute timely, due diligence-backed transactions.
  • Develop and implement strategies to add 2-4 strategic locations annually while transitioning leased properties to owned facilities.
  • Identify and evaluate investment-only industrial deals that enhance portfolio value.
Asset & Property Management (40%)
  • Oversee daily operations and maintenance across TCI's real estate portfolio, coordinating with our internal General Contractor.
  • Ensure properties meet zoning, environmental, and safety standards.
  • Manage tenant relationships and executive-level lease negotiations.
  • Monitor financial performance across properties, support budgeting, and implement cost-saving initiatives.
Who You Are
  • Experienced: 5-7+ years in industrial real estate, asset management, and acquisitions with a demonstrated ability to execute transactions and manage operational assets.
  • Strategic & Analytical: You understand industrial real estate drivers and can assess ROI, lease performance, and development potential with clarity and precision.
  • A Strong Negotiator & Leader: You're skilled at communicating with stakeholders from brokers to tenants to executives, and know how to drive value in every deal.
  • Operationally Minded: You balance high-level vision with a hands-on approach to asset and facility operations.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's in Real Estate, Business, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
  • Deep familiarity with industrial markets, leasing, and transaction execution.
  • Proficient in property and portfolio management tools.
  • Willingness to travel for site visits and property assessments.
What We Offer
  • Base Salary: $140,000-$170,000, based on experience
  • Performance Bonus: 20-25% of base salary, depending on experience and results
  • Variable compensation split 50/50 between property acquisition and asset performance.
  • Full benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.
  • Direct collaboration with senior leadership, including the President and Co-Presidents.
  • Cross-functional support from GC, Legal, Finance, and Sales/Marketing teams.
  • A mission-driven, entrepreneurial culture with room to grow.

About TCI

We are a family-owned company doing business since 1978. TCI is a diversified, privately-held transportation services provider operating across the U.S. and Canada. With a network of industrial facilities supporting trucking, leasing, fueling, and freight services, TCI is poised for continued real estate-led growth as we scale our terminal infrastructure.

Locations Commerce, CA

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