Sr. Manager, Real Estate Development
About The Position
We're looking for a strategic and experienced Senior Manager, Real Estate Development to lead the execution of complex real estate projects across our nationwide portfolio of 1,700+ retail locations. This role is responsible for managing remodels, integrating new veterinary service spaces, navigating landlord-driven site changes, and overseeing renovation activities that support our evolving store formats and customer experience. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned real estate development professional who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and is passionate about improving the way customers experience our brand.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in real estate development, store planning, or construction management, preferably in a multi-site retail environment.
- Strong leadership skills with proven experience managing and mentoring teams.
- Exceptional project management and cross-functional communication skills.
- Ability to interpret technical site data, planning reports, and construction documents.
- Familiarity with CAD systems, store planning software, and permitting processes.
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Real Estate, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team in alignment with company values and leadership expectations.
- Manage day-to-day operations, including workload balancing, performance evaluations, and talent development.
- Drive collaboration between Real Estate, Construction, and Design teams to ensure alignment and efficiency.
- Conduct due diligence and feasibility studies for remodels and site improvements.
- Evaluate environmental, geotechnical, and planning reports to ensure compliance with brand and regulatory standards.
- Guide project teams in delivering cost-effective, scalable design solutions.
- Lead all phases of store remodels and renovations-from concept development to design handoff.
- Align project scopes, budgets, and timelines with internal stakeholders and business goals.
- Approve final layouts and fixture plans, ensuring consistency and operational efficiency.
- Serve as the primary liaison with landlords, brokers, and developers.
- Negotiate property improvements and redevelopment criteria in partnership with Legal and Real Estate teams.
- Ensure compliance with zoning, permitting, and municipal requirements.
- Maintain accurate pre-construction schedules, status reports, and key project milestones.
- Provide clear and timely updates to leadership on progress, risks, and capital planning.
- Ensure accuracy of CAD drawings, floor plans, and store maps across internal systems.
Benefits
- Pet friendly environment, bring your pets to work!
- On-site Dog Park
- "Top Dog" gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists and personal trainers
- "Sit & Stay" Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options
- On-site coffee bar
- "Lil' Paws" learning center and onsite daycare facility (associate paid)
- Volunteer events with PetSmart Charities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
