Senior Real Estate Project Manager

Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team.

Our services span collectible coins, trading cards, Funko Pops!, video games, event tickets, autographs, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, SGC, WATA, and Card Ladder.

Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 1,900 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana and offices in Jersey City, Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Toronto, Guadalajara, Dallas, and Paris.

As we scale globally, our team is seeking a strong remote Senior Real Estate Project Manager to guide capital buildouts and renovations of our expanding portfolio. You’ll be the project lead on ongoing real estate buildouts with an eye towards design standards, budgeting and a systematic approach focused on operational and brand consistency. 

You’ll report directly to the Director, Real Estate and Workplace, and will serve as an internal expert on construction project management, workplace and real estate portfolio expansion. Remote or hybrid candidates will also be considered. You must be able to travel 50% of the time and as needed at critical project milestones. We believe that there is significant value in in-person collaboration. If you live within a 1 hour commuting distance to one of our offices, you will be required to be onsite most of the time. This will be discussed further as part of the recruiting process. 

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive real estate strategy that supports Collectors long-term business goals and objectives across the US and globally. Establish priorities and strategies for site planning, design, and construction

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, aligning real estate strategies with business needs

• Develop budgets for locations under consideration and manage budgets of ongoing projects with a focus on efficiencies and savings

• Partner with the Real Estate team and other key stakeholders to identify and implement a portfolio management system that meets the need of the business as it continues to grow

• Guide the site selection process for new domestic and international locations, touring potential facilities, and developing budgets and timelines

• Partner with key governmental authorities in potential markets to identify market opportunities and incentives

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including architects, contractors, consultants, brokers, landlords and regulatory agencies

• Identify and mitigate risks associated with construction projects especially as it relates to potential permitting obstacles and construction delays

Who You Are:

• Minimum 10 years as a Real Estate or Workplace leader (or equivalent)

• Proven experience partnering with and driving influence across executive stakeholders, including having excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, organizational and influencing skills.

• Comfortable stretching up and down the ladder (working with stakeholders at every level). Player or coach model - Not afraid to get into the weeds and roll up their sleeves as needed

• Proven experience independently managing large office + light industrial construction projects (50k+ SF, $10M+) and executing large scale team moves

• Extensive lease negotiation and construction project management experience 

• Proven experience with managing and reporting on large scale budgets, including intensive value engineering exercises

• Proven ability to translate business objectives into measurable goals and deliver on them

• Willing to travel 50% of the time and as needed at critical project milestones

Salary Range: 

The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $160,000. Actual compensation on this range varies based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, experience, and skill set. 

Reasons To Join Us:

• Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental, and Vision

• Additional Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for fertility, commuter, and educational assistance benefits

• 401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals

• Vacation: All salaried employees are eligible for flexible time-off

• Holiday Pay: All regular, full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays

• Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions

• Flexible Hours: Many of our teams offer flexible schedules with varying shifts and will work with you to accommodate your needs

• Fun Working Environment: Our team members are invited to participate in celebrations, holiday events, and team building activities

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