• Job Description

  Req#: 2271
  Job Title: Project Manager, Real Estate and Development
  
  Location: Remote
  
  Company: JustFoodForDogs, LLC
  
  Job Type: Full-time, Exempt
  
  Job Summary & Mission:
  
  This job contributes to JustFoodForDogs' success by partnering with Real Estate and Construction managers/directors in identifying, prioritizing, and developing new sites for JustFoodForDogs retail stores, as well as all existing portfolio optimization responsibilities. Models and acts in accordance with JustFoodForDogs' guiding principles and values.
  
  Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
  
  
  • Coordinates real estate processes throughout the project's lifecycle, including preparing new real estate files and assisting real estate and construction managers with letters of intent and packages. Inputs, updates, and distributes site information and project schedules where appropriate.
  • Leads the coordination and tracking of renewals, relocations, expansions, early terminations, store closures, estoppels, storage agreements, signage agreements, subleases, and lease amendments.
  • Prepares packages, including analysis of store P&L and comparison with projected renewal rates. Gathers data on lease references and financial analysis of assets.
  • Updates asset management, monthly reports, quarterly portfolio review forms, and other related documents.
  • Facilitates negotiations with the landlord regarding lease issues.
  • Provides project management and leadership to complete all required project tasks for new stores, relocations, expansions, remodels, and programs in assigned areas.
  • Oversees all procurement, bid negotiation, and contracting. Ensures properties are delivered from landlords by the lease documents.
  • Effectively communicates with all team members during construction leads project punch list review and project closeout activities.
  • Works collaboratively with construction general contractors, facilities, real estate, and design to generate successful construction methodologies, systems, and procedures that lead to optimal outcomes in time, cost, and quality of work.
  • Develops historical cost analysis in support of accurate store cost.
  • Maintains, adjusts, and updates project plans as needed. Consolidates, communicates, and manages all issues and risks affecting the project. Communicates project status to project participants and stakeholders accurately and on time.
  • Tracks the status of all new store lease packages for completion.
  • Assists managers in preparing tour books of recommended sites for new locations utilizing geographic and demographic analysis. May also present materials to senior management, operations, and other internal partners.
  • Assists in preparing management pipeline reports and business plans. - Attends industry events as needed. - Creates, maintains, and distributes store tracking reports and dashboards. Assists with office administrative support functions, preparing correspondence, and processing incoming mail, calls, and emails. - Creates and maintains a lease database for all new and existing locations.
  
  
  Basic Qualifications:
  
  
  • High school diploma or GED or 4+ years of US military experience - Preferred: Bachelor's degree in facility or construction management, architecture, or a business-related field
  • 10+ years of real estate administration, including tracking
  • 5+ years' experience using real estate/lease administration management software (MS Project, Tririga/Propertyworks/accruent, Simms/PlacerAI/ESRI, Project Mates, Tableau, etc.)
  • 5+ years of vendor/supplier management
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in a role performing project management job functions for construction projects, including permitting and approvals
  • 5+ years of experience in a role delivering 15 or more concurrent projects in a retail, fitness, or restaurant environment (QSR)
  • 5+ years of experience in a role performing financial analysis, budgeting, and planning for construction projects
  
  
  Live Our Mission - At JustFoodForDogs, we act with integrity and build trust, treating everyone with dignity and respect. We bring passion to our mission, contribute positively to our environment, and strive to eliminate drama and negativity. Our commitment extends to exceeding expectations and supporting both our communities and the planet.
  
  Be a Team Player - JustFoodForDogs values positive teamwork and strong relationships. We prioritize trust, support, and team success over individual recognition. Our approach is to serve others and focus on collective goals, ensuring that collaboration and mutual support are at the heart of our work.
  
  Maintain a Positive Attitude - At JustFoodForDogs, we bring energy and enthusiasm to inspire our team. We stay optimistic, lead with empathy, and manage change with a positive outlook. Our focus is on constructive feedback and willingly assisting others to foster a supportive and confident workplace.
  
  Deliver Results - We are driven to win with determination and commitment at JustFoodForDogs. We honor our promises, take initiative, and pay attention to the details. Our goal is to consistently deliver on our objectives while holding ourselves and others accountable for results.
  
  JUSTFOODFORDOGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  JUSTFOODFORDOGS does not discriminate due to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability, unemployment status or any other legally protected basis, and to the extent permitted by law.
  
  Who We Are
  
  Join us in the movement to ensure longer and healthier lives for dogs and cats. JustFoodForDogs is breaking new ground in the world of pet food! Vet-developed and recommended, we started cooking our whole food, human-grade, nutritionally balanced meals in Newport Beach in 2010 and we now have over 100 locations in WA, CA, IL, NY, NJ, TX, with continuing growth plans! We are a proud Petco Partner, with over 1,000 Petco stores holding our products. We offer best in class benefits, health, dental, vision, 401k, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts on our food and supplements. Learn more about what we do at www.justfoodfordogs.com.

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