Director, Real Estate

Corporate Director Of Real Estate

The Corporate Director of Real Estate plays a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future of Henry Ford Health's physical footprint across Southeast Michigan and beyond. Responsible for the strategic oversight and optimization of the organization's extensive real estate portfolio, this leader ensures that every propertywhether owned, leased, or newly developedadvances Henry Ford Health's mission to provide accessible, innovative, and patient-centered care. The Director will guide strategy for acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and facility operations to maximize performance, value, and alignment with long-term system growth. This position works in close partnership with senior executives, internal stakeholders, and external partners to translate business and clinical priorities into high-impact real estate solutions and reports directly to the Vice President, Planning, Development, Design, and Real Estate.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Planning :

• Working alongside internal Henry Ford Health stakeholders along with third-party outsourced consultants in real estate and strategic planning, develop and implement a comprehensive real estate strategy that supports the company's current real estate footprint along with growth and operational objectives.
• Analyze market trends and evaluate opportunities for acquisitions, leasing, and investments.
• Identify and assess potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Portfolio Management :

Leasing and Negotiations :

Financial Oversight :

Facilities Management :

Team Leadership :

Stakeholder Collaboration :

Education / Experience Required :

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree is preferred. A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in corporate real estate, with significant experience in leadership roles. Proven track record in strategic real estate planning, portfolio management, and financial analysis. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in real estate management software and financial modeling tools.

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