Assoc Manager-Real Estate & Facilities

Overview

At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We are forward thinkers who leverage cutting-edge fiber internet technology to strengthen communities. We are dedicated to excellence, which drives us to succeed together, creating a better world through meaningful connections. Ready to make an impact?

As the Associate Manager- Real Estate and Facilities, you will be responsible for assisting the manager with the following areas of the corporate real estate functions: Lease administration and negotiations, transaction and administration management, real estate portfolio management, and facilities management. The person filling this position is expected to protect the property rights for the TDS Telecom (TDS) real estate portfolio and securing and disposing of property and rights. The position manages a national facilities maintenance vendor that provides preventive maintenance, routine maintenance, break/fix, and facilities project management services.

The person filling this position is expected to work closely with representatives from field services, associate managers, consultants, third party consultants, landlords, tenants, and internal/external legal counsel for both TDS CLEC/ILEC operations to ensure that the needs of the company are being met. This position regularly has direct communication and/or negotiation with senior level leadership and outside contractor vendors, and other associated high level decision makers. The incumbent will continually monitor costs, create/maintain reports, drive adherence to existing TDS Standards/practices, create workflows/protocols if needed and overall job progress to ensure that Real Estate & Facility projects are completed on time and within budget. This position drives program-level change in building relationships across internal/external teams to exceed company goals. This position is a strategic thought leader with high level comprehension skills, high level negotiation skills, and proven ability to influence internal/external sources to drive TDS goals/success/agenda.

This position has the ability to work remotely in any of the 40+ states in which TDS operates. 

Responsibilities

• Manage the national facilities provider, vendor systems, review, and process vendor payments, monitor vendor performance and take appropriate corrective action as required, partnering with Field Services to make decisions such as repair or replace, and building institutional knowledge on our maintenance spend to manage our facilities more efficiently over time. Monitor monthly spend for all break/fix/replace projects with reporting to leadership, together with providing analysis and recommendations for budget compliance/improvements.  Serve as a liaison between TDS associate groups and the national facilities provider for all items related to accruals, budgets, purchase order transactions, capital/expense work and breakouts by location, special reporting requests, and application of accounting details to invoicing. 
• Manage the Facilities Improvement Program for a variety of project level improvements to TDS buildings and property and driving to completion with direct vendor relationships or the national facilities provider, with a core focus on maximizing available budget and completion within the fiscal year. 
• Assist with the lease administration function for the properties where TDS is the tenant and properties and towers where TDS is the landlord. For leases where TDS is the tenant, assure we comply with all lease terms and conditions, track all lease renewal options, terminations, and obligations, and assure rents are paid timely and accurately. For triple net leases, process the annual reconciliation of estimated operating expenses to actual expenses paid. Prior to lease expiration, evaluate the terms of pre-negotiated lease renewal options in order to measure against market rates and decide whether to renew, re-negotiate or terminate leases and move to a new location. Communicate with landlords on day-to-day lease issues as they arise. For leases where TDS is the landlord, assure both TDS and tenants comply with all lease terms and conditions, monitor lease expirations, terminations, and obligations, and assure accounting of tenants’ rents are entered timely and accurately. Negotiate with the tenants to renew or terminate the leases based on measurement against market rates. Communicate with the tenants on day-to-day lease issues as they arise and provide services required of TDS in the leases. Process alteration requests from the tenants for any proposed alterations.
• Assist with the management and negotiations of all real estate transactions resulting from the real estate strategy including renewing existing leases, acquiring new leases, terminating leases, and selling property.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) OR 4+ years professional work experience.
• 4+ years of business, real estate, or facilities management experience.

Other Qualifications

• Excellent leadership, project management, and customer relations skills.
• Deep understanding of creating analytic reports.
• Thorough understanding of financial tracking and budgetary reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Outlook, Excel, and Office suite as well as GIS and Tableau or Power BI.
• Must be self-motivated and self-reliant.
• Ability to travel on an "as-needed" basis.
• CoreNet Global Master of Corporate Real Estate (MCR) designation a plus.
• Process management skills.

Do you meet the Required Qualifications but are unsure if your experience aligns with the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, even when they possess the skills and experience needed to succeed in the role. Experience and skills come in many forms, and they may not always match exactly what’s listed on paper, but they can still lead to success. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply today!

Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well-being, and overall happiness. Join us and experience a work environment where your well-being is a top priority!

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
• Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs

Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to:

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• TDS Service Discounts
• Education Assistance
• Paid Volunteer Time

In addition to these benefits, all associates will have the opportunity to participate in our Associate Resource Groups, which are designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development. To learn more, click here.

Who is TDS Telecom?

TDS Telecom provides high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a diverse range of communities, including small to mid-sized urban, suburban, and rural areas across the U.S. With over 50 years of experience, TDS is committed to building and expanding fiber optic networks that bring cutting-edge connectivity to neighborhoods nationwide. Serving over 1 million connections, our mission is to create a better world by delivering innovative communication solutions that enhance the way people live, work, and connect. Visit tdstelecom.com to learn more! 

At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives in our workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Pay Transparency

The listed pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role-specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards.

Pay Range (Hr./Yr.)