Sr. Manager, Real Estate & Facilities

Odyssey•Charlotte, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Manager, Real Estate & Facilities is responsible for the strategic planning, management, and execution of Odyssey’s facility and real estate portfolio. The role owns site footprint planning, lease lifecycle management, and facility operations to support current and future business needs. It is a hands-on individual-contributor position that leads initiatives through influence and cross-functional coordination rather than direct team management, and reports to the Sr. Director, Procurement. The position ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements, including OSHA, EPA, and ADA. The role is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, with a hybrid work model and a Monday–Friday standard business schedule of 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Travel is required. The position is bonus eligible and is not commission eligible.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred.
At least 7 years of experience in corporate real estate and/or facilities management.
Strong working knowledge of lease administration and portfolio management.
Experience negotiating lease terms and purchase/sale agreements.
Ability to review and interpret legal real estate documents, including estoppels and SNDA agreements.
Ability to operate independently, manage multiple priorities, and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Partner with senior leadership to provide guidance on facilities and real estate decisions, including cost, risk, and operational impact.
Evaluate existing programs, policies, and vendor relationships to identify opportunities for efficiency, cost savings, and standardization.
Develop and deliver executive-level updates on portfolio performance, risks, and upcoming decisions.
Drive consistency and quality across facilities and real estate processes through structured approaches and documentation.
Ensure facilities comply with regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EPA, ADA, and applicable state and local regulations.
Identify and document facility requirements across the network, distinguishing standard operational needs from site-specific requirements.
Lead facility cost analysis, including utilities and energy optimization opportunities.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to plan, prioritize, and execute facility initiatives.
Support or lead facility build-outs, expansions, and modifications as needed.
Own the full lease lifecycle, including tracking critical dates, renewals, terminations, and financial obligations.
Manage relationships with landlords, brokers, and internal stakeholders to support daily operations and long-term strategy.
Partner with Legal to review and execute leases, purchase agreements, estoppels, and SNDA agreements.
Evaluate upcoming lease events and recommend renewals, relocations, or exits based on business needs.
Execute real estate transactions, including new leases, renewals, amendments, subleases, and terminations.
Coordinate with Finance and Tax on rent payments, CAM reconciliation, and property tax obligations.
Oversee lease administration to ensure accuracy, compliance, and appropriate financial controls.
Maintain and validate lease data systems to ensure portfolio records are accurate.