Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. We pave the way for their lifelong learning journey ahead. And we want you to join us in shaping a future we can all be proud to share—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At KinderCare Learning Companies, you’ll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we’re all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Real Estate Manager to join our Real Estate team. In this role, you will initiate and own the execution of the new preschool growth strategy, within a territory. Working with internal and external teams to build coalition, the Manager will be a front-line decision-maker and a hub of expertise as your work culminates in recommendations to Senior Leadership and Executives. You will work closely with the Director of Real Estate, while being supported by partners in Design, Construction, and Finance. This field-based, remote opportunity will serve the Midwest/East Coast of the U.S., with successful candidates located within an hour's drive of a major airport, and from there, three hours by plane of most major East Coast/Midwest metros.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Primary driver of market planning, site selection, LOI and lease deals, and real estate support throughout the development process in assigned metros of the Eastern or Midwest U.S.. Achieve company growth goals while meeting financial requirements. Extensive travel required, expected to average 40%-60%
• Run and lead all aspects of activities of broker networks and preferred developers to ensure strategies and tactics align with company goals and direction
• Complete pipeline management of sites from identification through lease execution, requiring leadership of the process with external team members and internal partners
• Drive use of documentation, analytical decision support tools, and reporting which guide real estate related decisions; including internal processes and controls, portfolio analyses, new site proformas, GIS outputs, site approval documents, and more
• Contribute to the real estate strategy by providing guidance, feedback, and intelligence to real estate director in meeting new site goals at company levels while steering leadership responses to industry trends
• Periodic assistance to Asset Management and to other brand growth teams to guide portfolio optimization and investment decisions

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in finance, real estate, economics, or business related field strongly preferred
• 3 or more years validated experience in retail real estate, asset management, or development
• Experience leading and managing developers and broker networks with expertise in lease language structure, interpretation, and practical application
• Proficient in market planning and analytics, financial analysis, and real estate processes associated with a multi-state development program.
• “Team first” demeanor capable of changing direction quickly and handling multiple properties, with a mix of professional presence and the ability to have fun getting the work done while improving relationships across the business
• Solid understanding of Microsoft office suite, various GIS platforms (Sitewise), lease management and project management software (Lucernex)

Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:

• Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
• Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
• Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
• Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, unlimited paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
• … and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

Primary Location : Portland, Oregon, United States

Job : Corporate