Supervisor, Portfolio Management

McDonald's Corporation•Chicago, IL

2d•Remote

About The Position

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. As the global leader in the foodservice industry, our legacy of innovation and hard work continues to drive us. From drive-thru updates to delivery to mobile order and pay, we are innovating quickly and growing. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world. At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create a positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community, and family. From the support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry, and the planet. We also offer outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance, and flexible work arrangements. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our crew members, staff, operators, and suppliers. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. We are interested in people who enhance our company culture: Does this role interest you? We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every single requirement! Short DescriptionThis is a remote role. Location preference: Atlanta, Raleigh, Charlotte and Florida.

Requirements

Degree or equivalent in a real estate related field preferred
Commercial real estate experience, Property management, paralegal or title company background with real estate or construction experience
Proficiency in lease/contract analysis and negotiation
Understanding of governmental processes such as permitting, zoning, special use, licensing, and condemnations; competency in use of surveys, site plans, and building plans; understanding of RE tax abatements
Ability to own the outsourcing of facilities and property maintenance and excess property, superior relationship building, interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, and strong real estate financial acumen.

Responsibilities

Leads resolution of property-related issues such as condemnations, easements, CAM disputes, estoppels, landlord/tenant rights, consents, excess property, and non‑monetary defaults.
Identifies income‑generating opportunities within the real estate portfolio (cell towers, air rights, excess land, easements, billboards, etc.).
Applies Development Standards to enhance the performance of existing restaurants (visibility, 24‑hour operations, drive-thru, signage, access/egress, landscaping).
Renegotiates agreements with landlords and co‑tenants to support site improvements or development initiatives.
Evaluates underperforming real estate assets and provides recommendations.
Partners with the Real Estate Portfolio Manager to create and maintain the Vision Plan for the existing portfolio.
Negotiates real estate terms for additional property acquisitions when needed.
Prepares and presents Rebuild and AP site packages for leadership approval.
Works with Construction to obtain all necessary landlord and third‑party approvals.
Collaborates with Portfolio Manager, Legal, Finance, REF Accounting, Asset Management, franchisees, landlords, and government authorities on CAM issues, property taxes, disputes, easements, violations, condemnations, and inquiries.
Builds strong relationships with Field Office leadership, franchisees, landlords, and local authorities.
Represents the company in professional organizations and at public hearings.
Maintains consistent communication with Restaurant Development to ensure alignment with regional strategies.
Supports Coordinators, franchisees, Construction Managers, and Operations by addressing property maintenance issues and coordinating internal/external resources.
Meets with landlords to resolve common area responsibilities, compliance matters, and conducts site inspections to identify and resolve issues.
Works with Legal, government authorities, Construction, and consultants on condemnation matters including valuation of improvements, restoration costs, code compliance, compensation negotiations, impact reports, and legal documents.
Partners with Finance and Legal to initiate legal notices and defaults for tenant accounts with overdue receivables.
Collaborates with the Region and Excess Property Team on store closures and transitions of properties to landlords or disposition.

Benefits

This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO).

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