Lead corporate and client real estate strategy and transactions across the US/MX portfolio. Drive leasing, portfolio optimization, workspace solutions, financial modeling, stakeholder engagement, business development, and mentor team members to deliver strategic outcomes.
At PwC, our people in property management focus on providing strategic advice and solutions for clients in the real estate industry, helping them optimise their property portfolios and maximise returns. These individuals handle property acquisitions, leasing, asset management, and development projects.
In corporate real estate management at PwC, you will focus on the management of physical assets and properties owned or leased by the Firm or clients for business operations. Your work will involve identifying, leasing, and managing real estate portfolios.
Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
Lead in line with our values and brand.
Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
The Opportunity
As part of the Real Estate team you are expected to manage lease transactions for a portion of the US/MX portfolio. As a director, you are expected to set the strategic direction, lead business development efforts, and oversee multiple projects while maintaining significant executive-level client relations. This role involves driving a variety of initiatives from strategy to execution, including office relocations, expansions, contractions, and other special projects.
Responsibilities
- Manage lease transactions for a portion of the US/MX portfolio
- Develop and implement real estate solutions working with multiple stakeholders
- Oversee multiple projects securing impactful outcomes
- Maintain executive-level client relations and satisfaction
- Drive initiatives from strategy to execution
- Collaborate with stakeholders on workspace and leasing solutions
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
- Mentor and develop future leaders within the team
What You Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree
- At least 5 years of commercial real estate leasing experience
What Sets You Apart
- MBA
- CoreNet MCR
- Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate preferred
- Possessing knowledge or experience in real estate and facilities management, supporting national real estate mandates, policies, portfolio occupancy rates, and space utilization
- Understanding of and driving real estate operations and translating real estate and workspace data into quantifiable metrics used in evaluating portfolio strategies
- Participating in team meetings on a regular and active basis to understand the business issues affecting processes and strategies
- Collaborating with team members on company-wide real estate initiatives and engaging in cross-training opportunities
- Developing financial models detailing P&L and cash flow impacts of real estate related decisions such as expansions, capital projects, space reallocation and restacks
- Displaying knowledge of real estate and workplace related software
- Understanding of Microsoft Office and Google collaborative tools using the software to conduct financial analysis and prepare management presentations
The salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $423,780. For residents of Washington state the salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $504,500. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
In corporate real estate management at PwC, you will focus on the management of physical assets and properties owned or leased by the Firm or clients for business operations. Your work will involve identifying, leasing, and managing real estate portfolios.
Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
Lead in line with our values and brand.
Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
The Opportunity
As part of the Real Estate team you are expected to manage lease transactions for a portion of the US/MX portfolio. As a director, you are expected to set the strategic direction, lead business development efforts, and oversee multiple projects while maintaining significant executive-level client relations. This role involves driving a variety of initiatives from strategy to execution, including office relocations, expansions, contractions, and other special projects.
Responsibilities
- Manage lease transactions for a portion of the US/MX portfolio
- Develop and implement real estate solutions working with multiple stakeholders
- Oversee multiple projects securing impactful outcomes
- Maintain executive-level client relations and satisfaction
- Drive initiatives from strategy to execution
- Collaborate with stakeholders on workspace and leasing solutions
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
- Mentor and develop future leaders within the team
What You Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree
- At least 5 years of commercial real estate leasing experience
What Sets You Apart
- MBA
- CoreNet MCR
- Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate preferred
- Possessing knowledge or experience in real estate and facilities management, supporting national real estate mandates, policies, portfolio occupancy rates, and space utilization
- Understanding of and driving real estate operations and translating real estate and workspace data into quantifiable metrics used in evaluating portfolio strategies
- Participating in team meetings on a regular and active basis to understand the business issues affecting processes and strategies
- Collaborating with team members on company-wide real estate initiatives and engaging in cross-training opportunities
- Developing financial models detailing P&L and cash flow impacts of real estate related decisions such as expansions, capital projects, space reallocation and restacks
- Displaying knowledge of real estate and workplace related software
- Understanding of Microsoft Office and Google collaborative tools using the software to conduct financial analysis and prepare management presentations
The salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $423,780. For residents of Washington state the salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $504,500. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
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