Director of Real Estate and Construction, Portfolio

The Director of Real Estate and Construction, Portfolio is responsible for owning and executing the company’s real estate and construction strategy, including management of the real estate portfolio, oversight of all construction projects, and delivery of veterinary facilities that meet company standards for quality, cost, and schedule. This role provides strategic leadership and direct accountability for site selection, lease execution, capital deployment, and project delivery in support of the company’s growth and operational objectives.ROLE COMPETENCIESPeople LeaderAppropriately hires, trains, and develops teammatesProvides coaching and feedback to improve skills, performance, and efficiencySets clear objectives and performance expectations and holds the team accountableProvides leadership and stability during periods of organizational changeDelegates with clearly defined responsibility, authority, and decision rightsCommunicationDemonstrates consistent, effective written and verbal communication with internal and external stakeholdersEstablishes, builds, and maintains effective working relationships across departments and with outside partnersPractices attentive and active listeningGives and receives feedback in a timely and constructive mannerProblem SolvingDemonstrates strong understanding of how the business operates financially and operationallyChampions innovative ideas and continuous improvement initiativesApplies functional and technical expertise to complex real estate and construction decisionsMakes sound decisions using analysis, experience, judgment, and awareness of enterprise-wide impactsQuality and ExecutionConsistently meets agreed upon business goals, timelines, and budgetsAligns team priorities with company growth and operational objectivesDevelops and executes clear strategies, tactics, and deadlines to drive resultsRegularly evaluates team effectiveness and implements improvements as neededWAG ValuesLeads with respect, integrity, and accountabilityTreats others with empathy and professionalismExemplifies and reinforces WAG values through leadership actionsCollaborates with teams to focus on solutions and outcomesDemonstrates a proactive, solutions-oriented mindsetROLE SPECIFIC TASKSOwn and manage the company’s real estate portfolio, including acquisitions, dispositions, leases, and renewalsLead negotiations for new leases, renewals, and real estate transactions in partnership with Legal and ComplianceDirect and oversee all portfolio construction projects, ensuring delivery on schedule, within approved budgets, and in accordance with company standardsDevelop and execute strategic plans for facility expansion, relocations, and capital improvementsPartner closely with Design and Preconstruction teams to ensure consistent scope definition, cost control, and constructabilityEnsure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal real estate, zoning, and construction regulationsOwn and lead the project governance process for new and existing projects, coordinating with Design, Preconstruction, Finance, Operations, and other stakeholdersMonitor and report on project progress, budgets, risks, and timelines to senior leadership through established governance forumsIdentify and implement opportunities for cost savings, process efficiencies, and standardization across the portfolioBuild and manage relationships with developers, landlords, brokers, consultants, and construction partnersTravel up to 30%REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related fieldMinimum of 10 years of progressive experience in real estate and construction managementDemonstrated experience managing multi-site real estate portfolios and large-scale construction programsProven ability to lead lease negotiations, capital planning, and complex construction projectsStrong leadership, negotiation, and project management skillsExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilitiesWorking knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to real estate and constructionHow You're SupportedAs part of the Mission Pet Health Home Office team, you'll be joining a collaborative group of professionals dedicated to supporting our hospital teams and shaping the future of veterinary medicine.Competitive CompensationA competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.Total WellbeingComprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.Financial HealthPlan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability options.Commitment to GrowthBenefit from significant opportunities for upward mobility and career growth within a rapidly expanding organization.A Collaborative CultureJoin a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals and a Home Office team that lives by our WAG values.Valuable PerksEnjoy generous paid time off and company-wide holidays, discounted veterinary care for your pets, and access to an online discount platform.About Mission Pet HealthMission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.