Real Estate Development & Leasing Manager (Project Manager)

DSV • VA

96d • $128,800 - $166,600

About The Position

At DSV, the Real Estate Development & Leasing Manager (Project Manager) plays a key role in driving our real estate strategy across the Americas. This position is responsible for managing property transactions that support the growth of our logistics and office operations, including lease negotiations, extensions, acquisitions, and select development projects. The role will partner closely with senior leadership and regional teams to ensure DSV secures the right facilities at the right terms to meet business needs. In addition, this position will contribute to long-term portfolio optimization initiatives, including consolidations, relocations, and sale-leaseback development projects.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role within real estate, leasing, development, or transactions; experience in a multinational and/or logistics organization preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to resolve conflicts and build lasting partnerships.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders across functions, geographies, and cultures.
• Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines while managing multiple projects.
• Capable of running projects independently while knowing when to align with managers and stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal English skills; proficiency in Spanish is an advantage.
• Collaborative mindset with experience working effectively across diverse teams and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Lead lease negotiations for new and renewed facilities, ensuring compliance with DSV standards and business needs.
• Manage the full cycle of real estate transactions, including site selection, due diligence, negotiations, approvals, and closing.
• Provide strategic advice to local and regional management on real estate matters, including lease extensions, relocations, and consolidations.
• Support sale-and-leaseback and development projects in coordination with internal teams and external partners.
• Coordinate closely with internal Construction teams to ensure smooth handover of approved projects and alignment on timelines, budgets, and specifications.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, brokers, developers, and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and present business cases and financial models for new projects and lease approvals.
• Deliver regular reporting and portfolio updates in line with Group Real Estate requirements.
• Monitor market trends and contribute to long-term portfolio optimization initiatives.
• Perform other real estate projects and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of health benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Flexible and health spending accounts.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Wellness resources to support overall well-being.
• 401(k) plan with company-matching contributions up to 5%.
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and additional floating holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees