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Walmart Canada · 2 days ago

Senior Manager, Real Estate - New Store Design and Development

Bentonville, AR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $155K/yr

3+ years exp

Walmart Canada is a leading retail company, and they are seeking a Senior Manager for Real Estate – New Store Design and Development. This role is responsible for overseeing new store projects from initial approval to grand opening, managing design, entitlement, and permitting processes while coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

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Responsibilities

Oversee all phases of new store development projects, from Walmart’s capital approval to final permits and grand opening

Manage the scope, schedule, and budget for each assigned project to ensure alignment with business goals and successful project execution

Navigate local and state entitlement, permitting, and design processes, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements

Lead and coordinate a team of external architects, engineers, and professional consultants, guiding them through the complexities of each project

Serve as the primary point of contact between Walmart and external partners, fostering strong working relationships to drive project success

Monitor project progress, proactively address risks, and implement solutions to overcome challenges throughout the project lifecycle

Qualification

Real estate developmentPermittingEntitlementProject managementStakeholder managementLeadership skillsBudget managementScope managementSchedule managementTeam coordinationProblem-solving mindsetCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field and 3 years' experience in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related area OR 5 years' experience in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related area

Demonstrated experience in real estate development, specifically managing large-scale, multi-year projects from concept through completion

Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams of external architects, engineers, and consultants

Deep understanding of local and state permitting, entitlement, and design processes

Exceptional project management skills, including expertise in scope, schedule, and budget management

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and maintain productive relationships

Problem-solving mindset with the agility to navigate complex regulatory environments and overcome project obstacles