Virginia Farm Bureau Federation · 1 week ago
Director of Real Estate
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
7+ years expVirginia Farm Bureau Federation is seeking a Director of Real Estate to manage and optimize their real estate properties. This strategic leadership role involves overseeing the company's field office locations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and optimizing lease agreements.
Paper & Forest Products
Responsibilities
Strategically identify and secure office locations that maximize company visibility within the county to support growth of membership and insurance policyholders
Conduct market analysis to evaluate existing and potential sites and determine locations for office spaces
Actively optimize lease agreements through market benchmarking and proactive renegotiation of priority leases
Lead development of annual operating budgets and capital expenditures within guidelines
Manage and maintain relationships with landlords, real estate brokers, owners, and developers within organizational footprint
Work proactively to optimize the West Creek Headquarters to support future venue and growth plans
Maintain financial responsibility for controlling CAM costs within approved budget and work to improve net income
Seek opportunities to use environmentally friendly and sustainable materials aligned with LEED and Energy Star standards; focus on sustainability in areas of energy, water, materials, and indoor environmental quality in all corporate owned facilities
Coordinate the day-to-day activities of maintenance, repair, and risk management of all properties
Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulatory guidance to maintain a safe working environment (OSHA, Building Codes, ADA, etc.)
Implement preventative maintenance programs to enhance property value, ensure cost control and identify problem areas proactively
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to plan and execute office remodels and modifications to enhance office functionality, employee satisfaction, and aesthetics, ensuring execution within established guidelines
Assembling permitting and regulatory review applications
Manage existing leases to ensure compliance with all contractual obligations
Identify and secure third-party vendors for repairs and modifications, ensuring quality services at competitive prices
Manage vendor relationships and oversee contractor performance to ensure timely and efficient service delivery
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent experience
A minimum of 7 years of experience in real estate management, including significant experience in lease negotiation
Ability to analyze market trends and make strategic decisions based on data-driven insights
Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and experience in ensuring facility compliance
Proven ability to plan and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
Detailed knowledge of property management regulations and property laws
Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities
Benefits
Ongoing job development and support in all roles
Paid training and continuing education reimbursement
Medical and dental insurance available on your first day
Generous employee 401K contribution
Excellent Paid Time off (PTO) plan
And more!
Company
Virginia Farm Bureau Federation
Virginia Farm Bureau's mission is to protect and enhance the future of Virginia agriculture and our rural communities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase