Manager, Strategic Real Estate Development

Job Summary

The Manager, Strategic Real Estate Development for Habit Burger & Grill is a key contributor to the brand’s growth strategy, responsible for supporting strategic market planning, pipeline development, and financial evaluation of new restaurant opportunities across North America.

This role blends analytical rigor, cross-functional partnership, and clear business storytelling to guide capital investment decisions. You will lead financial assessments of prospective developments, help shape the growth roadmap, and present recommendations directly to Habit leadership. This is a high‑impact role that supports Habit’s evolving real estate strategy, including end cap, in‑line, conversion, and freestanding assets.

Reporting to the Head of Real Estate & Franchising, you will collaborate closely with real estate and development teams, and drive alignment with franchisee and brand leaders.

Salary Range: $118,600 to $135,000 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job‑related factors.

At Yum! Brands and at The Habit Restaurants, LLC, one of our core values is to Believe in ALL People. This means seeing the value in everyone and unlocking their full potential to be their best self. The Habit Restaurants, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.

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• Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus additional sick days
• Hybrid work schedule and year‑round flex day Friday
• Up to 10 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• The company provided Recharge Days to unplug and reenergize
• Competitive bonus program for eligible roles
• Recognition‑based culture

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits including prescription drug benefits & 100% preventative care starting on Day 1
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program available to all employees and their dependents
• Generous parental leave
• Onsite child­care through Bright Horizons

• 401(k) benefit plan with a 6% matching contribution
• Up to 2 paid days to volunteer for any non‑profit or charitable organization important to you
• Access to Linked In Learning

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. Team members may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

HABIT stands for Hospitality, Attitude, Be Your Best, Integrity and Teamwork. At the Habit Burger Grill, our people make the difference, which is why since 1969, we’ve prided ourselves on being a people‑first culture where each of us is celebrated for bringing our own unique flavor to the table. Our mission is to foster an environment where everyone feels like they are part of The Habit Family through One Habit, One Heart.

The Habit Burger Grill is a burger‑centric, fast‑casual restaurant concept that specializes in preparing fresh, cooked‑to‑order chargrilled burgers and handcrafted sandwiches featuring USDA‑choice tenderloin beef, grilled chicken and sushi‑grade Ahi tuna cooked over an open flame. In addition, it features fresh‑cut salads and an appealing selection of sides and shakes. The Habit Burger Grill was named the “best tasting burger in America” in July 2014 in a comprehensive survey conducted by one of America's leading consumer magazines.

• Lead financial analysis of new store opportunities in the development pipeline, including IRR, ROI,…