Real Estate Portfolio Manager

Municipal Real Estate Portfolio ManagerThe City of Charlotte seeks a strategic and experienced Municipal Real Estate Portfolio Manager to oversee the acquisition, disposition, leasing, and property management of city-owned and leased assets. This role ensures alignment with Charlotte's growth initiatives, fiscal stewardship, and community development goals. The position collaborates across departments to support the city's operational and strategic real estate needs.Major Duties and ResponsibilitiesPortfolio Strategy & PlanningDevelop and implement long-term strategies for optimizing the city's real estate portfolioParticipate in real estate asset performance reviews and collaborate on recommending repositioning or redevelopment opportunitiesAlign portfolio decisions with city planning, sustainability, and equity goalsAcquisitions & DispositionsLead site selection, due diligence, negotiations, and closing processesCoordinate with legal, planning, and engineering teams for approvals and complianceManage disposition of properties in accordance with city policies and public transparencyLeasing, Licensing and Property ManagementNegotiate lease/license agreements for the city as landlord or tenantMaintain tracking systems for lease terms, payments, insurance, and renewalsCollaborate with Finance, Risk, and Facilities Operations to ensure operational readinessEnsure maintenance, access, and operational coordination for city facilitiesSupport move-in/move-out logistics and inventory trackingGovernmental & Public EngagementPrepare reports and presentations for Finance, Leadership, City Council, and community/public meetings/hearingsEnsure compliance with local ordinances, public notice requirements, and community engagement standardsRepresent the city in intergovernmental and stakeholder negotiationsSystems & ReportingUtilize platforms such as Cityworks and Workday for documentation and workflowMaintain lease abstracts, property records, and audit-ready documentationSupport integration of GIS and asset management toolsKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesNorth Carolina Real Estate Brokers licenseStrong negotiation and contract management skillsProficiency in real estate systems (Cityworks and Workday)Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilitiesAnalytical mindset with ability to synthesize data and present actionable insightsProven customer service, collaboration, conflict management, interpersonal communication, public speaking, and process improvement skills are essential.Ability to exercise good and independent judgment.Some evening and weekend work required.Hybrid office/field environment with site visits requiredOccasional evening or weekend work for council meetings or urgent property matterPreferred QualificationsNorth Carolina Real Estate Broker's License, preferredMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Real Estate, Public Administration, Finance, Urban Planning, or related field or equivalent background, education and experienceAt least 5 years of experience in real estate, preferably in a municipal or public sector settingFamiliarity with North Carolina municipal law and public procurement practicesConditions of EmploymentThe City's Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.Our culture is to serve the community honorably.The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.