Director, Real Estate (Construction Management & Innovation)

Position Summary...

The Director, Real Estate (Construction Management & Innovation), will own and direct AI-enhanced value-engineering, optimization, and precision across the full construction lifecycle (pre-construction to completion) across multiple complex projects. Lead multi-disciplinary team to drive cross-functional, internal, and external collaboration to deliver swift outcomes in the development and implementation of construction tech platforms, alternative construction methods, automated estimating models, ongoing construction process improvements, and the monetization of aggregated construction technology assets.

Additionally, the Director is responsible for overseeing the financial sustainability and strategic growth of Walmart Real Estate by managing budgets, expenditures, and construction costs, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role involves negotiating deals, leading teams, and fostering relationships with various stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

What you'll do...

• Deliver Pre-Construction Services: Develop and integrate AI-based solutions to:
  • Collaborate with Design team to value-engineer, optimize constructability, and automate deferred permit & submittal workflows across construction pipeline
  • Enhance subcontractor performance measurement & tracking, bid-analysis, and procurement strategy & logistics
  • Conduct intelligent site analysis using geo-spatial & data visualization systems supporting Ai-enhanced evaluation tools for budget modeling, cost estimation, and feasibility forecasting
  • Leverage artificial intelligence, machine learning, and predictive modeling tools to optimize cost estimates, risk analysis, scheduling, and design alignment.

• Drive Construction Tech Initiatives: Collaborate internally and externally to deliver:
  • Construction tech platforms to enhance jobsite accountability and productivity.
  • Development and implementation of alternative construction methods
  • A.I.-enhanced estimating models
  • Ongoing identification and implementation of construction process improvements.
  • Monetization strategies for construction tech platform.

• Direct Financial Sustainability: Prepare and present budgets, oversee budgetary control, authorize capital expenditures, and secure resources for operations.

• Monitor Construction Costs: Review change orders, negotiate labor rates, and recommend revisions to construction contracts to ensure cost efficiency and risk mitigation.

• Manage Deal Negotiations: Oversee site selection, deal terms, and due diligence from conception through construction with senior leadership guidance.

• Drive Compliance Strategies: Develop and execute strategies for negotiations with government agencies, maintain relationships with regulatory officials, and implement remedies for identified gaps.

• Provide Overall Direction: Analyze business objectives, develop and communicate business strategies, evaluate operational processes, and promote continuous learning.

• Develop Workforce Strategies: Attract and maintain a skilled workforce, support mentorship and succession planning, and leverage talent capabilities.

• Cultivate Integrity and Ethics: Integrate company values into all practices, support the Open Door Policy, and develop consequences for violations.

• Leverage Partnerships: Build and maintain internal and external partnerships to maximize business goals, engage in community outreach, and support associate efforts.

What you'll bring...

• Construction Tech Expertise: Extensive experience in developing and implementing construction technologies and alternative construction methods.

• Financial Acumen: Strong ability to prepare and manage budgets, evaluate expenditures, and oversee financial operations.

• Negotiation Skills: Expertise in negotiating labor rates, construction contracts, and deal terms with various stakeholders.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement strategic plans, analyze business needs, and drive compliance strategies.

• Leadership: Proven track record in leading teams, developing talent, and fostering a positive workplace culture.

• Relationship Building: Strong capability to build and maintain relationships with government agencies, regulatory officials, and business partners.

• Ethical Standards: Commitment to integrity, ethics, and compliance, with the ability to model and promote these values within the organization.

• Continuous Improvement: Curiosity and a growth mindset, with a focus on innovation, learning from mistakes, and driving digital disruption aligned with business goals.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

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You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

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Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00-$220,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field and 5 years’ experience in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related area OR 7 years’ experience in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related area. 1 year’s supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Preparing and executing budgets, Profit and Loss (P&L) Responsibility, Project Management

Masters: Business Administration

Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification

Primary Location...

2608 Se J St, Bentonville, AR 72716-3724, United States of America