Associate Director - Real Estate

About Forged Fiber At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future-proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. As we execute, we believe the right way to do something is the only way. This foundation guides how the company builds, operates, and maintains a state-of-the-art open-access fiber network platform that empowers millions.Forged Fiber is about more than building a network. It is about people. Every role matters. Every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence.The Role We’re seeking an experienced Real Estate Manager (5+ years) to own our 11‑state, 100+ location corporate real estate portfolio and optimize our footprint. This individual will manage and oversee the structure of real estate deals and maximize financial or operational benefits, including making recommendations to leadership. This role requires a dynamic individual with expertise in real estate transactions, strategy, financial analysis, negotiation, property and project management. The Main Responsibilities • Strategic Planning and Market Analysis: Develop and implement real estate strategies, conduct market research, and identify trends to align with organizational goals.• Portfolio and Financial Management: Oversee property portfolios, manage budgets and forecasts, and ensure optimal financial performance through effective capital and expense management.• Acquisitions, Dispositions, and Compliance: Lead property transactions, ensure regulatory compliance, mitigate investment risks, and oversee complex construction projects and lease negotiations.• Team and Stakeholder Engagement: Manage through subordinate supervisors; communicate with senior management and stakeholders.• Other Duties as Assigned: Handle additional responsibilities as needed, which may include vendor management, emergency response, and public interactions, to support organizational objectives. May have 24/7 responsibility to respond to emergent situations.What We Look For in a CandidateForged Fiber’s culture is built on honesty, respect, trust, transparency, and a growth mindset. We strive to treat people as they want to be treated, and to operate with consistency, integrity, customer obsession, and courage. We’re looking for top tier talent to join Forged Fiber that can help us bring this mindset to our everyday work and deliver meaningful results.Main Requirements:Leads the day-to-day operations of the Corporate Real Estate function, ensuring effective execution of portfolio management, transaction activities, site optimization initiatives, vendor relationships, and related programs. Partners with senior leadership to implement strategic objectives and drive operational excellence across the real estate portfolio. Provides leadership and development for professional staff, overseeing performance management, coaching, workforce planning, hiring, promotions, compensation recommendations, and employee relations matters. Supervisory responsibility: Yes.Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired. 5+ years of related experience.CompensationThis information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges:$130,000-$195,000Forged Fiber offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.What to Expect NextBackground ScreeningIf you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements.Forged Fiber 37 Services, LLC participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers can only use E‑Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I‑9.Equal Employment OpportunitiesIt is the policy of Forged Fiber to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, martial status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. In addition, Forged Fiber will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, and is a fair change employer and does not initiate a background check until after an offer is made.© 2026 Forged Fiber 37 Services, LLC