Sr Real Estate Manager - Tampa/Orlando, FL

Whataburger Careers

This position is responsible for performing field work necessary for new property acquisitions within an assigned territory. These activities and negotiations which are related to property acquisitions include letters of intent, contracts, leases, project management, due diligence issues, and other real estate matters. Partners in developing acquisition strategies, market analysis, and research in partnership with field staff and/or brokers. Responsible for collaborating with the Real Estate Leadership in strategy, lease renewals, rebuilds, and implementing the recommendations of the Senior Leadership Team in their area of geographic responsibility.

Total Rewards

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program with 250% Upside Potential
• Performance for Pay Program Eligibility to Receive a Pay Increase Once a Year, Based on Performance
• Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
• Healthcare and Life Insurance Benefits
• Paid Time Off - 5 Weeks on Day 1!
• Paid Corporate Holidays
• Company Vehicle, Based on Position
• 401(k) Savings Plan with a Competitive Company Match
• Paid Parental Leave Subject to Eligibility Requirements
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Scholarship Program - You and Your Dependents are Eligible!
• Whataburger Family Foundation (Hardship Grant Assistance)
• Discounted Meals For You and a Guest
• Wireless Service Discounts
• Computer & Software Discounts
• Fitness / Gym Discounts
• Awards and Recognition For All You Do
• Retirement Celebration Program

Responsibilities

• Develops and analyzes data on the desirability of available sites in terms of present and anticipated commercial activity, area demographics, traffic flow, ease of access, site and construction cost, projected sales analysis, local zoning regulations, real estate taxes, etc.
• Reviews ongoing projects, provides status updates, examines milestones and introduces new opportunities to Real Estate leadership.
• Partners with brokers to source potential sites for new restaurants.
• Recommends potential new sites to upper management.
• Reviews status of program discrepancies, determines delay impacts and adjusts resources to stay on course.
• Visits and inspects prospective properties to determine suitability. Reviews market with broker and operations to select sites based on industry knowledge and company criteria.
• Analyzes market and develop strategic plan for short-term and long-term acquisition with Strategy team and Operations to understand potential developments and trends.
• Manages relationship with brokers, attorneys, landlords/sellers on potential sites; autonomously authors negotiating letters of intent, leases agreements, and real estate contracts for approved sites.
• Communicates with brokers to review ongoing projects and new opportunities.
• Collaborates with cross-functional Development team to review ongoing projects and new projects and opportunities.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required

Experience

• 10+ years' experience preferably in restaurant industry

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Visio (as applicable)
• Proficiency in Workday (as applicable)
• Ability to communicate, influence and negotiate decisions while motivating assigned staff
• Ability to work in a team environment

Working Conditions/Travel Requirements

• Expected to work the necessary time to satisfactorily fulfill job responsibilities
• Must be able to report to work timely and as required by operational/business needs
• Must be able to work a full-time schedule and work outside of normal business hours when necessary
• Must be able to travel occasionally both locally and long distances (including air travel), to worksites, meeting sites, and other locations
• Must possess a valid driver's license, submit to releasing a Motor Vehicle Record that adheres to the Whataburger standards and maintain current automobile liability at minimum levels in their state of residence