Transaction Manager – Real Estate Services
Not Disclosed•ContractorOn-site
location_onCentre Square I, 1542, Market Street, Center City, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, 19139, United States
This position is for an upcoming role, and applications are currently being accepted for this anticipated need. If you are interested in joining The Building People, we encourage you to apply today.
The Transaction Manager serves as the lead representative for the planning, execution, and successful completion of assigned lease acquisition actions. Functioning in a role closely aligned with the Leasing Specialist, this position handles end-to-end transaction leadership across market analysis, solicitation, pricing, negotiation, award support, and post-award coordination. The primary goal is to ensure timely, compliant, and customer-focused leasing outcomes while supporting the successful completion of each assigned task order.
In this role, you will act as the primary point of contact for lease acquisition actions, managing day-to-day transaction activities from project initiation through lease award and post-award transition. You will conduct market analysis and surveys to identify viable locations and develop acquisition strategies that meet customer agency requirements. Your work involves soliciting and evaluating offers, analyzing pricing and tenant improvement costs, and leading negotiations with lessors regarding rental rates, lease terms, and build-out requirements. Additionally, you will coordinate with officials, legal counsel, brokers, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain momentum throughout the lease acquisition lifecycle.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Centre Square I, 1542, Market Street, Center City, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, 19139, United States
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleServe as primary point of contact for lease acquisition actions from initiation through post-award transition
- check_circleConduct market analysis and surveys to identify viable locations and develop acquisition strategies
- check_circleSupport development of space requirements, acquisition plans, schedules, and solicitation materials
- check_circleSolicit, organize, and evaluate lease offers and proposal information to support sound recommendations
- check_circlePrepare and maintain lease acquisition documentation, transaction records, and supporting materials
- check_circleCoordinate with agencies, legal counsel, lessors, and brokers to resolve issues and maintain transaction momentum
- check_circleTrack schedules, critical dates, deliverables, and risks throughout the lease acquisition lifecycle
- check_circleSupport lease award and transition activities including post-award requirements and occupancy milestones
- check_circleIdentify opportunities to improve transaction efficiency and achieve cost-effective outcomes
- check_circleLead or support negotiations with lessors regarding rental rates, lease terms, and tenant improvement costs
Requirements
- verifiedReal estate broker licensure or state/local jurisdiction compliance
- verified5+ years commercial real estate experience
- verified1+ year government real estate experience within past 10 years
- verifiedAssociate's or bachelor's degree preferred
- verifiedTraining in Lease Acquisition, Pricing in Leased Space, Federal Real Property Lease Law, Cost and Price Analysis, Negotiating Federal Real Property Leases, Market Surveys, and GLS Max Orientation
Nice to Have
Associate's degree or bachelor's degree
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Real Estate Broker Licensure, Commercial Real Estate Transactions, Tenant Representation, Owner Representation, Gsa Lease Acquisition Process, Lease Contract Documents, Market Survey Practices, Solicitation Procedures, Market Analysis, Request For Lease Proposal Preparation.
Education: Associate's degree preferred; Bachelor's degree preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Transaction Manager – Real Estate Services at The Building People
What does a Transaction Manager – Real Estate Services at The Building People do?expand_more
In this Transaction Manager – Real Estate Services at The Building People role, you will serve as primary point of contact for lease acquisition actions from initiation through post-award transition; conduct market analysis and surveys to identify viable locations and develop acquisition strategies; support development of space requirements, acquisition plans, schedules, and solicitation materials; and solicit, organize, and evaluate lease offers and proposal information to support sound recommendations.
What are the requirements for this Transaction Manager – Real Estate Services role?expand_more
The Building People is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Real estate broker licensure or state/local jurisdiction compliance; 5+ years commercial real estate experience; 1+ year government real estate experience within past 10 years; Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred; and Training in Lease Acquisition, Pricing in Leased Space, Federal Real Property Lease Law, Cost and Price Analysis, Negotiating Federal Real Property Leases, Market Surveys, and GLS Max Orientation.
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Transaction Manager – Real Estate Services at The Building People is based in Centre Square I, 1542, Market Street, Center City, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, 19139, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Transaction Manager – Real Estate Services job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
The Building People has listed this Transaction Manager – Real Estate Services role as on-site.
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What skills do you need for the Transaction Manager – Real Estate Services role at The Building People?expand_more
Key skills for Transaction Manager – Real Estate Services at The Building People include Real Estate Broker Licensure; Commercial Real Estate Transactions; Tenant Representation; Owner Representation; Gsa Lease Acquisition Process; Lease Contract Documents; Market Survey Practices; and Solicitation Procedures.
What education is required for Transaction Manager – Real Estate Services at The Building People?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Associate's degree preferred; and Bachelor's degree preferred.
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Transaction Manager – Real Estate Services at The Building People is part of the legal job category on Recrutus.