Director of Corporate Real Estate

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

Why Rosendin?

Committed. Innovative. Engaged.

If you’re looking to take career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. We are an organization built on integrity. We have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best.  Rosendin is one of the largest electrical contractors in the United States employing over 7,000 people. We are the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED company in the industry which means you will be a company owner too and have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success which means you benefit tremendously.

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY:

The Director, Corporate Real Estate will lead the strategic planning and management of our real estate portfolio across a growing electrical contracting organization. This corporate role ensures our facilities and properties align with business goals—optimizing cost, reducing risk, and supporting an environment where our teams can thrive. Responsibilities span the full real estate lifecycle, including site selection, lease negotiations, construction oversight, and property disposition.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Portfolio Strategy & Asset Management

• Strategic Planning: Develop a multi-year real estate strategy that supports headcount growth, hybrid work models, and market expansion.

• Lease Administration: oversee the global lease portfolio, ensuring critical dates (renewals, terminations, options) are tracked and actioned proactively.

• Space Utilization: Analyze occupancy data to identify opportunities for consolidation, subleasing, or expansion to maximize ROI per square foot.

• Financial Modeling: Partner with Finance to forecast real estate OpEx and CapEx, manage occupancy costs, and perform "lease vs. buy" analyses.

2. Transactions & Deal Making

• Site Selection: Lead the process for identifying new office locations, conducting market research, and performing due diligence on potential sites.

• Negotiation: Serve as the lead negotiator for complex lease agreements, amendments, and purchase contracts, working closely with external brokers and internal legal counsel.

• Stakeholder Alignment: Present business cases to the C-Suite for major real estate transactions, clearly outlining financial impact and strategic benefits.

3. Capital Projects & Construction

• Project Governance: Oversee all major capital projects (new builds, relocations, renovations) from concept to closeout, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

• Vendor Management: Select and manage external partners, including architects, general contractors, project management firms, and furniture dealers.

• Design Standards: Establish and enforce global design guidelines to ensure brand consistency and operational efficiency across all offices.

4. Workplace Strategy & Operations

• The "Future of Work": Design workplace strategies that support hybrid teams, focusing on collaboration zones, hoteling/desk-sharing ratios, and technology integration.

• Facilities Oversight: Provide high-level leadership to the Facilities Management function, ensuring that the physical maintenance of assets preserves their value and safety.

• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing, and other duties will be assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Deep understanding of real estate finance, including GAAP/IFRS lease accounting standards (ASC 842), TCO (Total Cost of Occupancy), and depreciation.

• Proven track record of successfully negotiating complex commercial leases and construction contracts.

• Familiarity with Lease Administration software (e.g., CoStar, LeaseCalcs) and Space Planning tools.

WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

• 10+ years in Corporate Real Estate, with significant experience managing a multi-site or global portfolio.

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, Finance, Architecture, or Business. (MCR, SLCR, or CCIM designations are highly preferred).

TRAVEL:

• Up to 20%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning

• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.

• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

YOU Matter – Our Benefits

• ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership

• 401 K

• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement

• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays

• 3 days of paid sick leave each year

• 3 days of paid Bereavement leave each year

• 3 days of paid Jury Duty

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Bonding Leave

• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance

• Disability Income Protection Insurance

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)

• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate’s pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business…and your career.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.