GRE Operations Lead

Head of GRE Operations - Construction & FM

Troy, MI

Help shape the future of mobility.

Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world's leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road-helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

This is a newly established position and will have the unique opportunity to develop high performing payroll processes at the new US global headquarters in Troy, Michigan for a new public company to be spun out from Aptiv in 2026.

YOUR ROLE

* Lead the commercial and financial strategy for global real estate operations, supporting portfolio optimization, capital planning and lease administration.

* Partner with internal teams (finance, legal, procurement, facilities) and external vendors to drive value across real estate transactions and service agreements.

* Manage global supplier relationships and performance across FM, construction, and CRE partners, ensuring cost efficiency and SLA adherence.

* Oversee budgets, forecasts, and contract negotiations for owned and leased properties, aligning with enterprise objectives.

* Support executive decision-making with analytics on total cost of ownership, occupancy metrics, and scenario modeling.

Key Responsibilities

Real Estate Strategy & Portfolio Management

* Support and execute global real estate strategy, ensuring alignment with business growth and operational needs.

* Oversee site selection, lease negotiations, acquisitions, and divestitures to optimize portfolio performance.

* Conduct financial modelling for lease vs. buy, stay vs. relocate, and asset disposal opportunities.

* Evaluate property transactions, ensuring competitive lease renewals and strategic protections for the organization.

* Assess occupancy trends and develop long-term plans for efficient space utilization.

* Develop and implement real estate transition plans related to mergers, acquisitions, and spin-offs, ensuring minimal operational disruption.

Financial Oversight & Transactions

* Oversee a global real estate portfolio exceeding $300M for facilities, construction, and lease costs.

* Direct OPEX & capital management of 6 corporate locations & 20+ subordinates and contractors.

* Develop and execute short-, mid-, and long-term financial plans to optimize the real estate portfolio.

* Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic negotiations, benchmarking, and vendor management.

* Conduct financial due diligence for major real estate decisions, including lease commitments and asset valuations.

Facilities, Construction & Workplace Optimization

* Oversee all global construction projects, including planning, technical specifications, budgeting, and execution.

* Establish a standardized approach for site design, workplace standards, and facility maintenance programs for corporate locations.

* Ensure alignment with office work models and optimize workplace design for efficiency.

* Implement a 36-month look-ahead plan for real estate and construction projects.

* Manage capital and expense budgets related to real estate operations and maintenance.

Risk Management, Compliance & Sustainability

* Ensure compliance with local, national, and international real estate regulations.

* Conduct due diligence for leases, acquisitions, and site evaluations to mitigate risks.

* Develop contingency plans for business continuity, including real estate-related disruptions.

* Implement sustainability initiatives such as energy efficiency, carbon footprint reduction, and green building standards (as applicable).

* Ensure all leases adhere to delegation-of-authority requirements and lease audit standards.

Stakeholder Engagement & Vendor Management

* Serve as a key liaison with senior executives, ensuring transparency in real estate decisions.

* Build and maintain relationships with landlords, brokers, and internal business stakeholders.

* Oversee external vendors, including architects, engineers, and contractors, to support construction and operational initiatives.

* Facilitate benchmarking and market analysis with global brokerage firms to identify real estate trends.

* Partner with legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure real estate transactions align with broader corporate objectives.

Leadership & Team Development

* Support and manage a global real estate team of 20+ and external vendors across Construction, Lease Management, Transactions, and Facility Management.

* Foster collaboration across departments to align real estate initiatives with corporate objectives.

* Promote a high-performance culture, driving innovation and operational excellence.

YOUR BACKGROUND

Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:

* Experience in Real Estate transactions within engineering or construction management for manufacturing.

* Ability to create business cases.

* Extensive experience in corporate real estate, lease…