VP Real Estate & Public Affairs

Job Summary Strategically manage and grow the region’s portfolio of real estate assets while successfully navigating the federal, state, & local regulatory environment and making strategic / tactical decisions about site location, entitlements, design, budgeting, construction and/or acquisition of real estate assets. Job Responsibilities Manages existing real estate assets to secure cash flow; minimize site lease, real estate, and some public affairs expenses; employ capital monies for new construction and acquisitions; and maximize value of assets in condemnation. Prepare monthly & quarterly reports. Oversees real estate matters, including policies, and procedures to protect the existing real estate inventory; and work with others to effect laws and public sentiment that is friendly to the company/industry. Prepare quarterly Real Estate and Public Affairs Reports, strategizing on current issues and developing political and community relationships campaigns. Coordinates with legal counsel in all matters involving restrictive zoning, takings, lease contract disputes, code violations and other legal issues. Maintains consistent communications with real estate and public affairs department to effectively share ideas with the parent company and sister divisions. Manages, coaches, and develops their sales team, holds them accountable against metrics and customer expectations, provides recognition and performance feedback by maximizing individual’s talents. Wins support of programs from various government and community entities consistent with company goals and objectives, while thwarting obstacles to those goals and objectives. Works with other departments such as sales, marketing, finance, and operations to target opportunities, set real estate goals, and evaluate legal/governmental issues. Resolves challenging customer complaints. Other projects and duties assigned. Job Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education, training, experience, or military experience. Graduate degree or a real estate license preferred. Work Experience 3 years real estate experience, preferably in charge of either significant portfolio management and/or the entitlement process for a real estate leasing/development firm. 2 years management experience required, preferably in a related field. Relevant experience managing 3rd party vendors. Skills Able to read and interpret complex legal, zoning, and technical documents. Knowledge of media and advertising industry, business cycles, and key revenue and expense drivers. Proficient in Microsoft software applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). Competencies Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and effectively gets message across. Inspiring Others: Energizing and inspiring others to strive for excellence and commit to common goals and purposes, creating a sense of self-efficacy, resilience, and persistence in followers. Leading Change: Recognizing the need for change, being open to new ideas and methods, and championing transformational change within the organization and beyond. Market, Industry, and Competitive Knowledge : Applying an understanding of the buyer’s persona and journey, the economic, cultural, and business environment, including competitive and customer behavioral trends, to position the organization for success. Nurturing Innovation : Creating a welcoming environment that encourages different perspectives and new ideas, building a culture of curiosity, openness, and creativity across the organization and the wider community. Negotiating: Seeking to resolve different perspectives or matters of dispute by discovering shared interests and finding mutually acceptable solutions. Planning and Organizing: Reaching goals by making and following plans, setting, and sticking to priorities and allocating resources effectively. Presentation: Preparing and delivering presentations in a variety of formal and informal settings, engaging the audience and managing the logistical components of the presentation such as the location and technology. Physical Demands The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee must have the ability to sit and/or stand at a desk for a minimum of 8 hours a day and complete tasks requiring repetitive use of hands. Employee must have the ability to lift and move items up to fifteen pounds. Employee must have the ability to see written documents and computer screens, and to adjust focus. This job is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment. Other Requirements Able to travel outside of the office 20% of the time for client meetings, corporate meetings, and industry events. Has a valid driver’s license. Access to a reliable vehicle. Location Philadelphia, PA: 9130 State Road, 19136 Position Type Regular The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Our organization participates in E-Verify. Click here to learn about E-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co