Ren's Pets - Real Estate Developer

Ren's Pets - Real Estate Developer

About the job

Ren’s Pets is a leading Canadian specialty pet retailer, whose mission is to support dog and cat parents with the best premium food, treats and toys for their pets to have happy, healthy lives. We are passionate about pets and the people they own. Join a community connected to animal welfare at Ren’s Pets where innovation and distinction are at the heart of our mission.

Reporting to the Vice-President, Operations, the Real Estate Developer will play a pivotal role in optimizing our property network by identifying and executing on new development and relocation opportunities. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong project management, financial acumen, and negotiation skills to drive projects from conception to completion.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Network Optimization: Analyze the current property portfolio and identify opportunities for optimization and expansion. Research and evaluate potential acquisitions or development sites, conducting thorough feasibility studies. Negotiate the acquisition of land, buildings, or long-term leases with favorable terms.

• Lease Negotiation and Legal Review: Negotiate leases and amendments with landlords, ensuring compliance with company standards. Collaborate with legal teams to review and finalize contracts and agreements.

• Project Management: Oversee all stages of real estate development projects, from initial concept to execution, ensuring alignment with company objectives. Manage project timelines and budgets to ensure alignment with company objectives. Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to design and execute projects that meet market demands. Ensure all projects comply with zoning laws, permits, and environmental regulations

• Financial Management: Prepare, monitor, and analyze project budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals. Conduct budget follow-ups and provide financial reports.

• Market Analysis and Reporting: Conduct market research to determine the best use for properties and align developments with market trends. Deliver regular updates to senior management on project progress, financial performance, and other key metrics.

What makes you an ideal candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Finance, or a related field.

• 3 to 5 years of experience in real estate development or project management.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a solid understanding of zoning laws, permits, and construction processes.

• Proficiency in negotiation, particularly in securing favorable terms with landlords and contractors.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a good grasp of legal terms and conditions related to real estate contracts.
  

Why join our pack?

• Excellent benefits

• Generous discount program

• Work with an amazing, passionate team who loves what they do to help pets live their best life

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Dog-friendly office environment!

At Ren’s Pets, we celebrate diversity and inclusion and are looking for unique and talented individuals to join our team. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge, apply today!

Ren’s Pets is here for your Pet’s Best Life. We have the best people, perks, and pets!

Ren's Pets welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please submit requests for accommodations to [email protected].

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