Director of Corporate Real Estate

Rosendin•San Jose, CA

1d•$193,600 - $254,100•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Corporate Real Estate will lead the strategic planning and management of our real estate portfolio across a growing electrical contracting organization. This corporate role ensures our facilities and properties align with business goals—optimizing cost, reducing risk, and supporting an environment where our teams can thrive. Responsibilities span the full real estate lifecycle, including site selection, lease negotiations, construction oversight, and property disposition.

Requirements

Deep understanding of real estate finance, including GAAP/IFRS lease accounting standards (ASC 842), TCO (Total Cost of Occupancy), and depreciation.
Proven track record of successfully negotiating complex commercial leases and construction contracts.
Familiarity with Lease Administration software (e.g., CoStar, LeaseCalcs) and Space Planning tools.
10+ years in Corporate Real Estate, with significant experience managing a multi-site or global portfolio.
Bachelor’s degree in real estate, Finance, Architecture, or Business.

Nice To Haves

MCR, SLCR, or CCIM designations are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop a multi-year real estate strategy that supports headcount growth, hybrid work models, and market expansion.
Oversee the global lease portfolio, ensuring critical dates (renewals, terminations, options) are tracked and actioned proactively.
Analyze occupancy data to identify opportunities for consolidation, subleasing, or expansion to maximize ROI per square foot.
Partner with Finance to forecast real estate OpEx and CapEx, manage occupancy costs, and perform "lease vs. buy" analyses.
Lead the process for identifying new office locations, conducting market research, and performing due diligence on potential sites.
Serve as the lead negotiator for complex lease agreements, amendments, and purchase contracts, working closely with external brokers and internal legal counsel.
Present business cases to the C-Suite for major real estate transactions, clearly outlining financial impact and strategic benefits.
Oversee all major capital projects (new builds, relocations, renovations) from concept to closeout, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
Select and manage external partners, including architects, general contractors, project management firms, and furniture dealers.
Establish and enforce global design guidelines to ensure brand consistency and operational efficiency across all offices.
Design workplace strategies that support hybrid teams, focusing on collaboration zones, hoteling/desk-sharing ratios, and technology integration.
Provide high-level leadership to the Facilities Management function, ensuring that the physical maintenance of assets preserves their value and safety.