Director, Real Estate and Facilities Management

Overview

The Director, Real Estate & Facilities Management is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Scout's real estate portfolio. This includes facilities operations, workplace services, property management, capital projects, and real estate strategy. The Director ensures the efficient operation, optimization, and alignment of facilities and real estate assets with business goals while delivering safe, sustainable, and functional work environments.

In addition to the above responsibilities, the Director will play a critical role in the planning and delivery of Scout's new headquarters location.

What you'll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for both facilities and real estate management aligned with the company's growth and operational objectives.
• Lead long-range facilities and real estate planning including expansion, consolidation, space optimization, and future site requirements.
• Manage annual operating and capital budgets across all locations.

Real Estate Management

• Lead the organization's corporate real estate function including site selection, leasing, acquisition, disposition, and portfolio optimization.
• Manage lease negotiations, renewals, terminations, and compliance with lease obligations.
• Collaborate with Finance and Legal to evaluate and execute real estate transactions, including cost/benefit analyses, risk assessments, and contract management.
• Maintain a current inventory of all leased and owned properties, with key data on lease terms, obligations, and critical dates.
• Serve as liaison with brokers, landlords, and real estate consultants to support transactions and portfolio strategy.
• Lead workplace and occupancy planning initiatives to align physical space with evolving business needs and workforce demands (e.g., headcount growth).

Facilities Operations

• Champion a customer-focused culture within the function, emphasizing proactive communication, professionalism, and responsiveness to employee needs and concerns.
• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of company-owned and leased facilities, ensuring the reliable performance of all building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, janitorial, and grounds maintenance.
• Establish, document, and enforce facilities operations standards, service level agreements, and standard operating procedures to drive consistency, quality, and efficiency across all sites.
• Implement and manage a centralized service request and work order system, ensuring timely, transparent, and effective resolution of all maintenance and repair needs.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators related to issue response and resolution times, vendor performance, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Oversee internal communications related to facility services, including service disruptions, construction updates, safety protocols, and operational changes, ensuring clarity and timeliness.

Capital Projects & Renovations

• Oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of capital projects, including new builds, renovations, and relocations.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and in alignment with organizational standards.

Compliance & Sustainability

• Ensure real estate and facility operations are in compliance with all applicable building codes, health and safety standards, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.
• Drive implementation of sustainability initiatives such as energy efficiency across the real estate portfolio.
• Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and ensure proactive mitigation strategies are in place.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of all facility assets, maintenance schedules, floor plans, vendor contracts, inspections, and compliance records.

Vendor and Stakeholder Management

• Manage third-party service providers for facilities and real estate services including property managers, brokers, and project consultants.
• Monitor performance, address service issues, and steer contract renewals and negotiations in partnership with Purchasing.
• Partner with internal stakeholders including HR, Finance, and business units to align real estate and facilities solutions with operational goals.

Headquarters Development & Transition

• Serve as a key member of the cross-functional team responsible for planning and delivering Scout's new corporate headquarters.
• Represent the company in collaboration with the landlord, developers, and property management teams to ensure base building design, delivery timelines, and operational readiness align with company requirements.
• Lead the planning and execution of tenant improvement (TI) projects, including space design, workplace strategy, interior construction, and fit-out, in coordination with architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Partner with IT, Security, and Workplace Services to ensure seamless integration of technology, workplace systems, and business operations within the new space.
• Support the occupancy and move-in strategy, including logistics planning, change management, communications, and employee onboarding into the new space.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the future Scout Motors corporate headquarters, which is anticipated to be identified in 2025. This role may be remote to start but will transition to an in-office setting at the headquarters after the location is determined. This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
• The responsibilities of this role requireattendance at in-person meetings and events regularly.
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events.
• Travel: Domestic travel required approximately 50% of the time.

What you'll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You'll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You'll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; certifications (e.g. CFM, FMP) and/or real estate license preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate real estate/facilities management.
• Demonstrated success in managing multi-site operations and real estate portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of building operations, real estate transactions, leasing practices, project delivery, and workplace strategy.
• Proven ability to develop and manage complex budgets and lead cross-functional teams.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in facilities and real estate management software.

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up. This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation. In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
• Corporate Vehicle Program with:
  • Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle
  • A mobility stipend

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $180,000.00 - $220,000.00

Internal leveling code: M6