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Real Estate Project Manager

Company Description

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:

EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters
SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

The Real Estate Project Manager plays a lead role in delivering on Eataly’s North America growth plans. The Real Estate Project Manager is responsible for managing various components of the early new store delivery process with an emphasis on project initiation, due diligence, and lease negotiation. The Real Estate Project Manager is also responsible for landlord coordination alongside the Design & Construction and Operations teams and acts as the day-to-day point of contact for real estate developers and landlords for any Store Development-related activities.

Reports to the Head of Real Estate, North America.

In collaboration with the Head of Real Estate, regularly updates the Eataly Executive Team on Real Estate Development Strategy and ongoing projects
Manages day-to-day relationship with external stakeholders including Landlord, Real Estate Consultants, Owner Representative, Legal Consultant
Main point of contact and subject matter expert in Buxton to analyze data for potential markets, and Leasecake for lease management software.
Maintains all document flow and version control of Letters of Intent, P&L documents as well as all deal documents
Supports and collaborates with the Head of Real Estate and Legal Analyst in deal negotiation, from rent analysis, to review and execution of letter of intent (LOI) to lease agreement and subsequent amendments
Organizes and standardizes materials to make processes more efficient. Create cadence for Real Estate Committee, Board approvals and to develop speed to market sequencing
Creates Power Point presentations for assessment of perspective markets and for internal and external stakeholders
Acts as a liaison between Eataly’s Senior Leadership team, the Design & Construction team, the Operations team, and external parties in coordinating the due diligence and pre-development phases on new projects
Coordinates, jointly with the Owner Representative and the Design & Construction team, the first technical and architectural assessment of perspective locations, the delivery of conceptual layouts and related preliminary capex estimates
Develops preliminary pro-forma P&L in collaboration with the Finance and Operations teams

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Exceptional project management and time-management skills
Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel
Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Ability to communicate in Italian strongly preferred
Previous experience in managing complex projects
Experience with store or restaurant rollouts and understanding of operations
Ability to review legal language pertaining to real estate transactions
Strong finance skills and proven success in financial analysis
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Availability to travel up to 20% of the time (and more, if needed on specific projects)
In office required minimum 3 days per week

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
401K with match or RRSP
Bonus program
Free family meal daily
Discounts at Eataly
Classes on products and Italian cuisine
Referral bonus program
and more!

Anticipated Pay Range: $85,000 - $95,000

Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

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What You Should Know About Real Estate Project Manager, Eataly North America

Join Eataly as a Real Estate Project Manager and be a key player in our exciting growth journey across North America! At Eataly, we curate a unique artisanal Italian food marketplace that captures the essence of authentic dining and shopping. As the Real Estate Project Manager, you’ll have the wonderful opportunity to manage the early delivery processes for new stores, driving everything from project initiation to lease negotiation. With a focus on collaboration, you will work closely with the Head of Real Estate and our Design & Construction and Operations teams. You’ll be the go-to person for real estate developers and landlords, keeping all parties in sync as we expand our community of food lovers. Your role will also encompass critical tasks such as managing relationships, coordinating marketing presentations, and ensuring smooth document flow and version control of essential project materials. To thrive in this role, you’ll need exceptional organizational and time-management skills, a keen eye for detail, and a solid background in managing complex projects. If you possess a Bachelor’s Degree, experience in restaurant rollouts, and strong financial acumen, you’re well on your way to joining the Eataly family! With benefits like paid parental leave, discounts on delicious food, and a vibrant work environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career and indulge in Italy’s culinary delights with us!

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What are the main responsibilities of a Real Estate Project Manager at Eataly?

The Real Estate Project Manager at Eataly is tasked with overseeing the early delivery processes for new store locations, which involves project initiation, due diligence, and lease negotiations. You'll manage day-to-day interactions with landlords and real estate consultants, coordinate with the Design & Construction team, and ensure continuity in all documentation and project flow.