Director of Real Estate
Overview:
Corporate Tools is looking for a Director of Real Estate, Director of People’s Workspaces, Director of Spaces or whatever makes sense, it’s not about the title for us, it’s about the execution. We’re looking for someone who knows how to do commercial real estate at scale.
We don’t need someone to babysit a portfolio. We want someone who wants to help shape where and how 1,200+ people do their best work when they’re not remote.
We own buildings. A lot of them. We’ll buy more buildings. Probably a lot more. We lease space because other people like our buildings. And we’ll probably do things that don’t fit neatly into a commercial real estate textbook because, frankly, that’s boring, don’t be boring..
We need someone who can look at a map, a spreadsheet, a building, and a business problem and figure out how they all fit together.
You’ll lead a team responsible for acquisitions, leasing, facilities strategy, vendor relationships, tenant relationships, office environments, and helping us make smart long-term decisions about our real estate footprint. Because location, location, location. That’s what real estate people say, right?
Our business will evolve. Our spaces should be ready for it. We want someone who can create workplaces that are adaptable, timeless, and built for what’s next.
The right person isn’t waiting for a broker to bring them opportunities. They’re already three steps ahead, asking whether we should buy it, lease it, build it, or walk away.
Again, This isn’t a role for someone who wants to maintain a portfolio.
It’s a role for someone who wants to build a pretty impressive one for a pretty cool company that helps people start businesses.
Wage:
$200,000/year
Benefits:
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental and vision for employees
- Annual review with raise option
- 22 days Paid Time Off accrued annually, and 4 holidays
- After 3 years, PTO increases to 29 days. Employees transition to flexible time off after 5 years with the company—not accrued, not capped, take time off when you want
- The 4 holidays are: New Year’s Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day
- Paid Parental Leave
- Up to 6% company matching 401(k) with no vesting period
- Quarterly allowance
- Use to make your remote work set up more comfortable, for continuing education classes, a plant for your desk, coffee for your coworker, a massage for yourself... really, whatever
- Open concept office with friendly coworkers
- Creative environment where you can make a difference
- No dumb benefits like free dog walking on the weekends that snobby hipster places have to make you feel cool, but mathematically won't cost the company much money because you won't use it
- Trail Mix Bar --- oh yeah
Responsibilities:
- Help shape the workplace experience. Create an environment people genuinely enjoy being part of and are excited to show up for.
- Build and refine repeatable playbooks for sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and acquiring commercial properties.
- Drive growth by identifying new markets and locations that make sense for today’s needs and tomorrow’s scale.
- Introduce systems and processes that keep projects moving efficiently, with clear ownership, accountability, and fewer surprises.
- Develop an annual capital improvement roadmap that balances maintenance, upgrades, and new investments while staying on budget.
- Prioritize projects based on impact, cost, and alignment with our design vision and operational goals.
- Own the tenant experience from first conversation through renewal, creating smooth, consistent, and thoughtful processes every step of the way.
- Find opportunities to make the tenant experience even better through feedback, data, and continuous improvement.
- Partner closely with leadership to keep teams aligned, informed, and moving toward shared goals.
- Build strong relationships with vendors and partners, creating a network of trusted people who help us do great work.
Still following along and want to apply?
There are a lot of people working in Commercial Real Estate. If you want to stand out, show us how you’ve actually done the things we’re looking for.
In your cover letter, tell us how you’ve accomplished the items listed in the Job Requirements section. Real examples beat buzzwords every time. We embrace change, learn fast, and grow from failure. Tell us how you do the same.
Requirements:
- Successfully manage a portfolio of 25+ commercial properties and know what it takes to keep a lot of moving pieces moving in the same direction.
- Lead and develop high-performing real estate teams.
- Execute complex real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and lease negotiations.
- Connect the dots between strategy and economics, understanding how transactions, leasing decisions, and operations impact financial performance.
- Communicate effectively by writing clearly, speaking confidently, and building trust with a variety of stakeholders.
- Avoid analysis paralysis and keep things moving without sacrificing good judgment.
- Bring the kind of street smarts and instincts that can't always be taught but make a meaningful difference.
- Do the right thing, treat people well, and make teams better.
- Be someone people enjoy working with and a genuinely good human.
Why you might like this job:
Some people see square footage. You see timeless possibility.
You know that great real estate isn’t just about acquisitions, leases, and operations. It’s about creating environments where people do their best work, build great companies, and enjoy showing up every day.
This role sits at the intersection of strategy, execution, and human experience. You’ll bring people together, navigate complexity, make decisions, and help create spaces that leave a lasting impression.
If you’re energized by turning good ideas into great places, we’d love to meet you.