Commercial Real Estate Specialist

MBAcsi • Washington, DC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

MBA Consulting Services, Inc. (MBA CSi) is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Specialist to support high-impact real estate operations for the United States Postal Service (USPS). In this role, you will manage a diverse portfolio of USPS properties, supporting critical leasing transactions and strategic real estate initiatives that optimize asset utilization and reduce occupancy costs. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned real estate professional to contribute to large-scale federal property programs. You’ll play a key role in lease administration, transaction management, and strategic planning—helping ensure USPS facilities are positioned for operational efficiency and long-term value.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business, or a related field
• 5–10 years of experience in commercial leasing, real estate, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience managing real estate transactions, lease negotiations, and property portfolio activities
• Strong knowledge of real estate documentation, legal terms, and transaction processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours as needed
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting federal real estate programs or government property portfolios
• Strong background in lease negotiation and complex transaction structuring
• Familiarity with environmental compliance requirements related to real estate acquisition and disposition
• Proven ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize real estate asset performance
• Experience working with high-profile or large-scale commercial property portfolios

Responsibilities

• Manage and support real estate transaction activities for a defined portfolio of USPS properties
• Coordinate with field resources, stakeholders, and external partners on lease renewals, new site acquisitions, and property dispositions
• Support subleasing of excess leased space and out leasing of postal-owned properties to maximize asset value
• Identify and implement opportunities to consolidate, co-locate, and optimize underutilized space to reduce occupancy costs
• Review real estate documents for legal integrity, risk exposure, financial impact, and compliance
• Develop, negotiate, and respond to a variety of real estate legal documents (e.g., Purchase & Sale Agreements, Easements, Right of Entry, Right of Way, Temporary Construction Agreements)
• Conduct and manage renewals of high-profile USPS retail leases
• Identify and evaluate relocation alternatives for retail postal locations
• Determine market values through appraisal analysis and market research for acquisitions, leases, and property sales
• Evaluate real estate transaction proposals and prepare qualitative and financial analyses to recommend optimal solutions
• Coordinate with environmental specialists, legal counsel, and government agencies on environmental compliance documentation related to property transactions

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (Safe Harbor 401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level