Real Estate Manager

Real Estate Manager

Do you have a knack for communication and negotiation? Do you have experience in real estate or land acquisition? If so, Lamar Advertising of Lexington, Kentucky has an amazing opportunity for you! The purpose of the Real Estate Manager in Lexington, KY is to oversee all real estate-related functions and activities necessary to profitably secure, maintain and grow the company's real estate portfolio of leased and owned properties in a manner consistent with Lamar's business practices. The primary duty of the Real Estate Manager is the purchase and procurement of real estate to grow and maintain Lamar's real estate portfolio and enable Lamar to continue to grow and sell advertising.

Why Lamar? Lamar is a certified Great Place to Work, with 88% of employees in agreement. Lamar Advertising has also been named as a "Best Company to Work For" in U.S. News & World Report's annual ranking. Learn more about us on our official YouTube channel. Check reviews and company updates on our Glassdoor page. Learn more about our Great Place to Work certification.

What you can expect from us:

• A Monday-Friday, 8a-5p work schedule
• A first-year earning potential of $70,000 - $100,000 including commissions and bonus opportunities with an annual base salary of $60,000 - $85,000.
• 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
• 12 paid company holidays including Presidents Day and Juneteenth
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential
• Multiple medical plan options and health savings account
• Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage
• Dental and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability and paid parental leave
• 401K plan with company match
• Up to $1,200 value in employer-paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for engaging in our wellness program
• A people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback

What we are looking for in YOU:

• Ability to know and understand city and state codes/regulations (as applicable), related maps for all jurisdictions within the designated market area, and an understanding of the permitting and variance process for each jurisdiction.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, possessing the ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands while establishing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Must have strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, etc.), web applications, and the ability to quickly and easily learn job related computer programs.
• Work requires an excellent command of the English language to correspond and communicate on a one-to-one basis using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain information, explain policies and procedures, and negotiate with lessors.
• Skill in speaking with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Must possess attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials
• Must have knowledge of basic Accounting skills and practices to ensure accurate payment distributions.
• Ability to operate within a set yearly budget.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships, both internally and externally.
• Ability to handle confidential information and situations.

Education and Experience: Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree. Current and valid driver's license. 5 years of experience in business, real estate, or another related field. In place of a bachelor's degree, 7 years of experience in business, real estate, or another related field. Or other equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred: Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, or another related field. 3-5 years of experience in land acquisition, zoning, and land use planning.

Please note: Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test! Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position. Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements should email View email address on click.appcast.io.

A day in the life:

• Portfolio Management/Market Review
• Active Negotiation/Purchase Process
• General Administration
• Government Relations/Regulations
• Property/Structure Maintenance

Location-Specific Essential Functions and Responsibilities: This position may supervise 1 - 2 administrative employees, depending on the location's needs. Physical Demands and Work Environment The primary work environment for this position is an office however driving in the field is also required. The physical demands for this position include light lifting, seeing (with a focus on reading, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting more than 50% of the time, standing, stooping, talking, turning, and walking. Nights spent traveling, away from home, are less than 10%. Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic. Please note: Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa. Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment.

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