Corporate Real Estate Manager

At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South.

Backed by funds managed byApollo Global Management,our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.

Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality....designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.

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We are looking for a Corporate Real Estate Manager to join the real estate function and lead transaction management and lease administration. In this management position, you will report to the Director, Real Estate. You will be required to develop a comprehensive knowledge of the company across business units, which allows for innovation in strategic and tactical planning and operations. You will work closely with real estate, finance, accounting, legal, supply chain, and field operations teams. In this role, you will partner with external real estate brokers to develop and implement transactions to monetize certain elements of the portfolio. You will lead the lease administration program and develop relationships with landlords and tenants.You will manage external service providers.

As Corporate Real Estate Manager, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Strategic portfolio planning and tactical monetization, which includes identifying potential sales transactions and gaining leadership approval, and working with real estate brokers to market properties, and negotiating purchase and sale agreements
• Lease transaction leadership and execution, lease administration, landlord and tenant relationships, and lease payments
• KPI/trend reports with respect to portfolio monetization, lease activity, and budget adherence
• 25% to 35% travel to facilitate property sales and/or relocations
• Knowledge of the principles, techniques and laws involved in managing corporate real estate as applied to property and lease transactions
• Prior experience leading project teams, preferably managing people who are remotely located
• Prior experience creating and understanding financial reports, resolving conflict, and working within multiple diverse software systems
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, interpersonal relationship, and decision-making skills
• Experience across a broad range of vendor, lease, and contract negotiations
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to think strategically and critically
• Demonstrated drive for continuous learning and improvement
• Ability to productively partner and collaborate with others
• Good understanding of corporate support functions (Legal, Risk Management, EHS, etc.) and how to leverage resources
• Experience in managing budgets to positively impact margins and total cost performance of a large portfolio
• Computer literacy including MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Project software; familiarity with CoStar, SAP and AutoCAD desirable; and ability to learn proprietary software programs

PREFERRED LOCATIONS:

• Remote position in Eastern or Central time zones in states served by Brightspeed, and with access to a major airport

WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), preferably in Business, Finance, or Real Estate; or degree in Facilities Management, Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management together with an MBA
• 10+ years of experience (or equivalent) in a Corporate Real Estate environment managing transactions
• Experience in larger volume transaction group, with preference for industry experience in Telecom, Utilities or Rail Transportation

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WHY JOIN US?

We aspire to contemporary ways of working.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End - East Tower in Charlotte, NC.We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness throughphysical, emotional and financial health.Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits.

Inclusion and belongingare at the center of our grounding belief inBeing Real.

When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us befierce advocatesfor moreaccessible,inclusiveand high-quality internet, because webelieve doing so promotesequityin the communities we serve.

Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion of all qualified individuals, including individuals with a disability/veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact taaccommodationrequests@brightspeed.com to initiate the accommodations process.

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