Sr. Manager, Facilities & Real Estate

Alcanza Clinical Research•Lake Mary, FL

About The Position

The Senior Manager of Facilities & Real Estate leads the organization’s real estate and facilities operations, ensuring locations support business needs, employee experience, and operational efficiency. The role manages site selection, lease negotiations, construction and renovation projects, facility readiness, occupancy planning, and vendor relationships across the real estate portfolio. The role supports a growing, multi-site clinical research company operating locations across multiple U.S. states and Puerto Rico. Travel of up to 50% may be required to company locations, prospective sites, and construction projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of related experience in facilities management, corporate real estate, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Solid experience with real estate contracts and leases, contract terminology, construction projects and timelines, and multi-site facility operations.
Experience managing budgets and capital projects.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint, as well as web applications.
Ability to type proficiently at 40+ words per minute.
Strong organizational, attention-to-detail, time-management, problem-solving, and deadline-management skills.
Strong project management, contract negotiation, and vendor management skills.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
Professionalism, integrity, dependability, respect for others, self-motivation, and a strong work ethic.
Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively and build trusted relationships across organizational levels.
Ability to work under minimal supervision, identify problems, and implement solutions.
Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially and professionally, in compliance with privacy and company guidelines.
Willingness to travel up to 50% as needed to company locations, prospective sites, and construction projects.

Responsibilities

Support real estate strategy through site selection, feasibility assessments, and portfolio planning.
Evaluate new, expanded, consolidated, or relocated sites.
Partner with leadership to align real estate decisions with business objectives.
Manage lease renewals and amendments.
Manage relationships with landlords, brokers, and property managers.
Monitor lease obligations, compliance requirements, and cost-saving opportunities.
Manage construction, renovation, and tenant improvement projects from planning through completion.
Coordinate contractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Oversee permitting, inspections, and project compliance.
Ensure facilities are safe, operational, and occupancy-ready.
Oversee maintenance, repairs, space planning, and workplace improvements.
Support business continuity through effective facility management.
Manage vendor sourcing, contracts, and performance.
Oversee facility and real estate budgets, project schedules, and service delivery.
Lead cross-functional initiatives related to facilities and workplace operations.
Perform other duties that may be requested or assigned.