Director of Real Estate

Director of Real Estate Allied Universal paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Florida, Jupiter 1395 University Boulevard (Show on map) Jun 20, 2026 Director of Real Estate Job Locations US-Nationwide Requisition

ID 2026-1617518

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Accounting and Finance Business Unit AUS Overview Company Overview:

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. Job Description Allied Universal is hiring a Director of Real Estate.

The Director of Real Estate manages all real estate activities related to our 400 leases in North America. This includes Transaction Management (negotiating 100+ leases a year); Project/Move management (25+ moves/year); Lease Administration (database and rent payments) and Portfolio Management (acquisition synergies to estoppels). The Director of Real Estate may expect to travel up to 25% of their time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide direction and mentorship to direct reports and extended team members Build team capabilities in real estate strategy, transactions, and portfolio management Establish clear goals, performance metrics, and development plans for team members Develop and execute comprehensive corporate real estate strategies aligned with business growth objectives and operational requirements, implementing the company's strategic vision through management of real estate transactions Partner with cross-functional teams to forecast space needs based on business projections and market opportunities Stay ahead of market trends and industry best practices to identify new opportunities for innovation and efficiency Conduct portfolio analysis to optimize real estate footprint, ensuring cost-effectiveness and strategic positioning Lead the evaluation, management, and optimization of the company's owned and leased real estate portfolio Manage and interpret market analyses to identify opportunities, challenges, and emerging trends relevant to facility planning Source, evaluate, and secure facilities that align with operational needs, growth plans, and financial goals Negotiate, structure, and finalize lease agreements, renewals, subleases, acquisitions, dispositions, and terminations Advise leadership on regional and local real estate availability, trends, risks, and considerations affecting operations Oversee ongoing lease, sublease, and occupancy obligations to ensure compliance and costeffectiveness. Provide guidance to Operations teams on facility maintenance responsibilities, landlord relations, and contractual obligations Analyze operating center P&L expectations related to renewals, relocations, and facility maintenance; monitor real estate transactions against approved budgets Develop, model, and evaluate full project cost structures, including capital investments, returns, escalations, and ground leases Coordinate with external brokers, consultants, and service providers to ensure timely and accurate real estate execution Communicate the status of active transactions to local, regional, and executive leadership Collaborate with internal stakeholders across the organization to ensure timely, coordinated site delivery, relocation, and/or termination

QUALIFICATIONS

(MUST HAVE): Bachelor's degree in Business Management Minimum of seven (7) years transactional real estate experience Prior experience managing a team; empowering team and delivering result Project management experience, including managing multiple complex initiatives simultaneously Strong track record of successful real estate transactions including site selection, lease negotiations, property administration, and property management Familiarity with real estate terminology and experience in document review Strong financial acumen, including budget management, financial analysis, P&L understanding, and ROI evaluation Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills Collaborative mindset and team-oriented approach to problem-solving Adaptable and effective in dynamic, fast-paced business environments High attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational capabilities Ability to create presentations and communicate effectively with senior level executives Strategic and critical thinking with strong business judgment and decision-making capabilities Detail oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills, including experience in legal contract and document review

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

(NICE TO HAVE): Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA)

BENEFITS

Annual Salary:

$130,000 - $140,000 per year Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plan and disability insurance Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law #LI-26 Closing Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.

For more information:

www.aus.com If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices. Requisition ID 2026-1617518