Director of Real Estate & Workplace Operations

  • Location: New York, NY
  • Type: Perm (Contingency)
  • Job #45526
  • Salary: $160,000

Job Overview – Director of Real Estate & Workplace Operations:
Compensation: $160,000 – $190,000/year + bonus
Location: New York, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)

Atlantic Group is hiring a Director of Real Estate & Workplace Operations in New York, NY (Hybrid) to lead real estate strategy, facilities management, and workplace experience across our client’s national office portfolio. In this leadership role, you’ll oversee lease negotiations, construction projects, and vendor partnerships while collaborating with engineering, technology, and administrative teams to deliver scalable, efficient workplace solutions.

Responsibilities as the Director of Real Estate & Workplace Operations:

  • Real Estate & Leasing Oversight: Manage acquisitions, dispositions, lease agreements, and relationships with landlords, brokers, and external partners.
  • Workplace Strategy & Facilities: Develop workplace strategies that enhance employee experience while overseeing daily operations, maintenance, and vendor management.
  • Construction & Leadership: Lead construction and renovation projects from planning through execution, ensuring alignment with design and technology standards.
  • Technology Integration: Partner with Engineering to deploy AV, connectivity, desktop, and security infrastructure across office locations.
  • Budgeting & Reporting: Manage workplace budgets, track space utilization, and report key performance metrics to support strategic decisions.
  • Collaboration: Coordinate with internal stakeholders, architects, and contractors to drive projects forward and ensure goal alignment.

Qualifications for the Director of Real Estate & Workplace Operations:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, Architecture, Facilities Management, or related field required (Master’s preferred).
  • Experience: 8-15+ years in real estate, workplace operations, or facilities management, with 5+ years in leadership and proven experience in construction and leasing.
  • Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of project management, real estate metrics, space planning tools, construction timelines, and vendor negotiation.
  • Skills & Attributes: Strategic and results-driven leader with strong problem-solving, clear communication, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

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Job ID: 45526