Real Estate Manager -Philadelphia Area

RailPros • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Real Estate Manager I serves as the point of contact and relationship manager between utility and railroad representatives and RailPros Real Estate clients. Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the role manages railroad permit and lease processes, coordinates communications and application reviews, and supports utility relocation design and construction connected with railroad track projects. The position may require travel to RailPros headquarters, field or client offices, work sites, and other project-related locations.

The role also maintains accurate client records and application status information, prepares or reviews permit applications, drafts license and lease agreements, and helps improve processes and procedures. The Real Estate Manager is expected to contribute to a positive, inclusive, respectful workplace and uphold company standards, policies, and applicable laws.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Real Estate, or a similar field, or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to apply logical thought processes and organize resources to solve issues and meet commitments.
• Proven experience making decisions and seizing opportunities in the context of business objectives.
• Ability to meet internal and external customer expectations and develop customer partnerships.
• Proven experience managing and overseeing the entire scope of assigned projects.
• Proficiency with electronic communications, including email and text, and standard office applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of railroad permitting processes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact between third parties and railroad representatives.
• Manage client relationships with railroad and utility, permittee, and lessee representatives.
• Review or prepare railroad permit applications and ensure required documents have been received.
• Communicate required design or work revisions clearly and actionably to third parties or clients to secure railroad permits or leases.
• Act as liaison for railroad clients and their engineering contractors on utility relocation design and construction associated with railroad track construction projects.
• Determine railroad property valuation and license or lease value.
• Submit permit applications to railroads on behalf of third-party clients seeking access to railroad right of way.
• Handle permit application review and approval processes on behalf of railroad clients.
• Enter and track application status in RailPros and client real estate management systems.
• Provide application status updates to RailPros team members and clients.
• Coordinate and update application revisions as needed.
• Participate in process and procedure improvement discussions.
• Ensure client records contain complete and accurate information and current data.
• Draft and distribute license or lease agreements on behalf of railroad clients.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture.
• Uphold standards of integrity, accountability, and respect; comply with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required to meet business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans with employee-to-family coverage.
• Legal Shield, ID Shield, and pet insurance.
• Employer-provided life and disability insurance, with additional voluntary options.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and pre- and post-deduction options.
• Paid time off with yearly carryover.
• Paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Wellness programs and resources.
• Discount programs.
• Company merchandise allowance for the online store.
• Health Savings Account with employer match.
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement.
• Flexible Spending Account for dependent care expenses.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Professional development, training, and career growth opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education or professional development.
• Mentorship, continuous training, career path partnerships, goal setting, and succession planning.
• Culture and recognition programs, including employee spotlights, annual Service Excellence Awards, philanthropy opportunities, company events, and quarterly town halls.

What This Job Offers

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