Director of Real Estate

Our client, a leading organization in the veterinary healthcare industry, is seeking a passionate and strategic Director of Real Estate to join their team. As a Director of Real Estate, you will be part of the Real Estate Department supporting the expansion and optimization of veterinary hospital locations across the United States. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, proactive problem solving, and excellent communication skills, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Director of Real Estate

Location: Clayton, Missouri

Pay Range: $165,000 - $195,000

What’s the Job?

• Develop and execute comprehensive real estate strategies supporting new hospital builds, relocations, and expansions.
• Identify and source new site opportunities through market analysis, broker relationships, and direct outreach efforts.
• Lead all real estate transactions, including lease negotiations, renewals, restructures, and dispositions, in collaboration with legal teams.
• Oversee the full development lifecycle from site selection to hospital opening, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Partner with cross-functional teams such as Operations, Finance, and Facilities to align real estate initiatives with operational and financial goals.

What’s Needed?

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in commercial real estate, development, or related fields with a proven track record of multi-site growth initiatives.
• Strong lease negotiation skills and experience structuring complex deal transactions.
• Experience leading development and construction projects from site selection through delivery.
• Excellent financial and analytical skills, including real estate math and deal evaluation.
• Ability to manage project budgets, timelines, and cross-functional teams effectively.

What’s in it for me?

• Competitive base salary with potential for annual bonus.
• Access to best-in-class health, vision, and dental insurance plans.
• Participation in a 401(k) plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic organization.
• Supportive work environment that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

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