Director, Estimating

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Real Estate (Design & Development) serves as a strategic lead for Walmart’s physical growth. This role integrates advanced estimating with project management frameworks to deliver fit-for-purpose assets designed for an omnichannel retail environment. You will champion a "digital-first" culture, spearheading the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data analytics to sharpen predictive accuracy and streamline the project lifecycle. By transforming traditional workflows into agile, tech-enabled processes, you will ensure our portfolio is built for long-term scalability and operational excellence. About the team: The Design & Development team translates brand vision into physical reality. We engineer the essential frameworks that uphold our standards and ensure the enduring success of our assets. Our team develops strategic insights and actions that bridge the gap between initial concept and final construction. We are a forward-thinking group dedicated to operational excellence, transparency, and the adoption of emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly shifting market. Collaborating with internal and external partners, the team ensures compliance and advances strategic initiatives to reduce risks and optimize investments. We promote continuous improvement, accountability, and professional growth while upholding company standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field and 4 years experience in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related field OR 7 years experience in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related field.

Nice To Haves

• Strategic Vision: Extensive experience in real estate development cycles, specifically within design, pre-construction, and project management.
• Innovation Mindset: A proven track record of implementing AI, machine learning, or advanced automation tools within a professional workforce.
• Analytical Rigor: The ability to synthesize cost data and market trends into executive-level insights that shape asset strategy.
• Change Management Expertise: Experience leading organizational shifts in workflow and culture, particularly regarding digital transformation.
• Financial Acumen: Deep expertise in cost estimating, value engineering, and capital budget management for complex, multi-variable projects.
• Collaborative Leadership: The ability to influence cross-functional partners in construction, finance, and operations to align on new strategic directions.
• Construction, Supervising Associates

Responsibilities

• Drive Strategic Insights: Transform complex data into actionable strategies for new builds, large-scale remodels, and unique special projects, ensuring every decision maximizes ROI.
• Revolutionize Workflow: Architect and implement "new ways of working" by streamlining the hand-offs between internal and external partners and teams.
• Lead AI Integration: Identify, deploy, and scale AI-driven tools to automate routine tasks, improve estimating accuracy, and provide predictive modeling for project timelines.
• Oversee Cost Estimating: Lead the estimating function to ensure budget integrity, providing senior leadership with high-fidelity cost forecasts that inform long-term capital planning.
• Foster Talent & Tech Fluency: Upskill the workforce to thrive in a digital-first environment, ensuring the team is equipped to leverage new platforms and AI capabilities.
• Uphold Standards: Promote integrity and ethical standards across all real estate operations and team interactions.

Benefits

• competitive pay
• incentive awards for performance
• 401(k) match
• stock purchase plan
• paid maternity and parental leave
• PTO
• multiple health plans
• medical coverage
• vision coverage
• dental coverage
• stock purchase
• company-paid life insurance
• parental leave
• family care leave
• bereavement
• jury duty
• voting
• short-term and long-term disability
• company discounts
• Military Leave Pay
• adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
• PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
• Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates (Live Better U)
• Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart

What This Job Offers

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