POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for managing a team who is tasked with identifying, recommending, and qualifying potential real estate properties for our client’s car wash locations to meet company development goals.

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers the overall Market Plan for Company car wash site development, including compiling and analyzing data on the desirability of sites in terms of present and anticipated commercial activity, area demographics, traffic flow, projected sales, ease of access, and projected sales analysis, and assembles and presents real estate site packages to the Real Estate Committee (REC).
• Mentors and leads an internal team of real estate managers and supports their day-to-day objectives for growing the Company’s footprint
• Manages broker network for use in conjunction with Company growth.
• Partners with various departments and agencies to ensure the timely execution of contractual obligations to obtain all necessary permits. Negotiates contracts for new Company car wash sites with attorneys, brokers, developers and principals in various real estate transactions, and ensures effective communication with the legal department. 
• Participates in trade and civic organizations (public hearings, chamber of commerce, etc.) to increase and enhance the public’s awareness and image of our client.
• When required, negotiates lease extensions, renewals, lease options, and the sale/sublease of property to ensure appropriate occupancy cost, improve competitive position, and execute in the best interest of the Company. Prepares memos for senior management approval to include relevant detailed facts from analyst /broker to justify rationale.
• Identifies expansion or remodel/rebuild opportunities of current car wash locations; negotiates lease extensions (when required) and prepares the presentation with required documentation for presentation to REC.
• Performs other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required, assigned and directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, preferably in Real Estate, Business or Finance.
• Experience – 5-7+ years commercial real estate experience. Prior supervisory experience is required.
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
• Knowledge of commercial real estate that includes market planning, site evaluation, city/county/state regulations, building and permitting process, traffic flow, easements, etc.
• Highly proficient in deal economics and contract negotiation for car wash sites.
• Ability to effectively resolve financial and contractual issues and disputes.
• Ability to develop positive and effective business relationships.
• Strong oral and written English communication skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills, interpersonal skills, and organization skills.
• Self-motivated with strong time management skills.
• Demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior.