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Firehouse Subs · 1 day ago

Sr. Manager, Real Estate, Firehouse Subs, US West

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Firehouse Subs is part of Restaurant Brands International Inc., one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies. The Sr. Manager, Real Estate will drive strategic growth by leading site selection and market planning for new store development across the Western U.S.

Food and BeverageHospitalityRestaurants

Responsibilities

Market Analysis & Planning: Collaborate closely with Market Planning to conduct comprehensive research and analysis of existing and prospective markets to identify high-potential opportunities for new store development, relocations, and to refine market strategies and long-term growth plans

Site Selection & Negotiation: Develop and maintain strong relationships with landlords, developers, and commercial real estate brokers. Lead site selection for franchisee developments, ensuring alignment with brand standards and financial objectives. Negotiate favorable lease terms and manage due diligence for approved sites

Franchisee Partnership: Guide franchisees through the site approval process, including packaging and presenting prospective sites to the Real Estate Committee. Support franchisees during lease review and property control hand-off to Design and Construction teams

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams to ensure seamless execution of development projects. Assist with special company initiatives requiring real estate expertise

Qualification

Corporate commercial real estateMarket research analysisGIS/desktop mapping toolsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsRelationship buildingOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in real estate, business, finance, or related field

Previous experience working with franchisees or client-based relationships is essential to success in the role

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Strong knowledge of GIS/desktop mapping tools and ability to learn new analytic platforms quickly

Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills—able to convey ideas clearly in writing and verbally

Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across departments and with external partners

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and data accuracy

Willingness to travel extensively (up to 60%) and work flexible hours, including early mornings and late evenings as needed

Preferred

5–7 years of experience in corporate commercial real estate and market research analysis within the retail, QSR, fast-casual industry or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred