Real Estate Sales

Job Title: Director of Real Estate & Facilities Development

Position Type: Full-Time
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Hours:

Standard full-time schedule; significant national travel required (40–60%)

Short

Job Description:

A fast-growing private school network is seeking a highly experienced Director of Real Estate & Facilities Development to lead national expansion efforts. This role oversees real estate acquisition, deal negotiation, facility development, construction management, and site readiness for new school campuses across multiple U.S. states.

• Identify and evaluate properties suitable for new school campuses
• Source opportunities such as churches, schools, office conversions, shopping centers, and land parcels
• Conduct site visits, zoning checks, feasibility studies, and market comparisons
• Build relationships with brokers, developers, and local real estate networks
• Maintain a national expansion pipeline across 10–20 cities

• Lead negotiations for purchases, leases, ground leases, and build-to-suit agreements
• Oversee due diligence: legal, inspections, financial modeling, and compliance
• Structure deals aligned with school needs and long-term sustainability

• Manage architects, engineers, contractors, and permitting teams
• Handle zoning approvals, variances, and educational occupancy requirements
• Oversee construction budgets, timelines, and compliance
• Ensure facilities meet fire/life safety codes and ADA standards

• Collaborate with the CEO, COO, and school leadership
• Provide weekly status reports and maintain the national expansion plan
• Represent the organization in meetings with officials, community boards, and vendors

• 5+ years of experience in real estate development, acquisitions, construction management, or school/facility build-outs
• Strong negotiation skills with experience structuring multimillion-dollar deals
• Proven record of delivering projects on time and within budget
• Experience managing architects, general contractors, and permit processes
• Ability to travel 40–60% depending on project phase
• Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable in a fast‑paced environment
• Mission‑driven with a strong commitment to educational development

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Travel expenses covered

This is a hands‑on, leadership‑level role ideal for someone with a builder mindset who can take projects from concept to completion. Offers the opportunity to shape the growth and development of a rapidly expanding national private school network.