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Real Estate Manager
- JR-159770
- Hybrid
- Toronto
- Dallas
- Real Estate
- Full time
Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.
Job Summary
This position will act as the key individual for executing real estate purchase, lease and sale transactions in their region for a growing global data center company. Focus will be on activities relating to management of an existing portfolio of data center properties and site acquisitions related to new development opportunities.
Responsibilities
Inventory Planning and Capex Forecasting:
- Reviews and prepares valuation analyses using various valuation methods, including discounted cash flow models using the standard suite of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and/or Argus to execute related deliverables
- Provides analytical support for various asset acquisition projects and lease negotiations
- Conducts research on real estate and data center market in various metros
- Compares and analyzes market transactions for valuation purposes
- Reviews near and long term capacity plans and maintains an inventory roadmap for each metro
- Develops real estate strategy for each metro and supports capex forecast on planned developments
Real Estate Acquisition:
- Assists in asset acquisitions
- Project manages implementation of multiple site searches, ranging in scale from small offices to large data center buildings and greenfield sites
- Manages vendors and advisors in order to meet site selection requirements and review all due diligence materials
- Responsible for program delivery of multiple related projects required for a specific business functional strategy
Permitting:
- Coordinates land and power permitting approvals with local authorities to support development of data centers
Asset Review:
- Supports execution of asset management strategies including expansion, contraction, disposition and reconfiguration of properties
Lease Management:
- Analyzes real estate leases, including evaluating and reading lease language and understanding impact to value of real estate
- Conducts lease transactions with supervision
- Conducts or directs due diligence efforts for real estate transactions
- Maintains relationships with landlords and negotiates terms for leased locations
Project and Program Management:
- Will manage team project management deliverables
Stakeholder Management:
- Communicates with landlords regarding business needs with direction
- Interfaces with internal operations colleagues to assess real estate needs and evaluate requests
- Manages real estate transaction reviews with internal and external legal counsel
- Conducts real estate related cross-functional projects with internal and external colleagues
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, or Accounting required
- 5+ years of experience at a data center company, national brokerage firm, investment bank or real estate investment firm preferred
- Real Estate License preferred
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 118,000 - 176,000 USD / Annual
Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 99,000 - 149,000 CAD / Annual
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
Equinix Benefits
As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.
Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
US Benefits:
- Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
- Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.
Canada Core Benefits:
- Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
- Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA).
- Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. Learn more here.
This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.

Real Estate Manager
- JR-159770
- Hybrid
- Toronto
- Dallas
- Real Estate
- Full time
Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.
Job Summary
This position will act as the key individual for executing real estate purchase, lease and sale transactions in their region for a growing global data center company. Focus will be on activities relating to management of an existing portfolio of data center properties and site acquisitions related to new development opportunities.
Responsibilities
Inventory Planning and Capex Forecasting:
- Reviews and prepares valuation analyses using various valuation methods, including discounted cash flow models using the standard suite of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and/or Argus to execute related deliverables
- Provides analytical support for various asset acquisition projects and lease negotiations
- Conducts research on real estate and data center market in various metros
- Compares and analyzes market transactions for valuation purposes
- Reviews near and long term capacity plans and maintains an inventory roadmap for each metro
- Develops real estate strategy for each metro and supports capex forecast on planned developments
Real Estate Acquisition:
- Assists in asset acquisitions
- Project manages implementation of multiple site searches, ranging in scale from small offices to large data center buildings and greenfield sites
- Manages vendors and advisors in order to meet site selection requirements and review all due diligence materials
- Responsible for program delivery of multiple related projects required for a specific business functional strategy
Permitting:
- Coordinates land and power permitting approvals with local authorities to support development of data centers
Asset Review:
- Supports execution of asset management strategies including expansion, contraction, disposition and reconfiguration of properties
Lease Management:
- Analyzes real estate leases, including evaluating and reading lease language and understanding impact to value of real estate
- Conducts lease transactions with supervision
- Conducts or directs due diligence efforts for real estate transactions
- Maintains relationships with landlords and negotiates terms for leased locations
Project and Program Management:
- Will manage team project management deliverables
Stakeholder Management:
- Communicates with landlords regarding business needs with direction
- Interfaces with internal operations colleagues to assess real estate needs and evaluate requests
- Manages real estate transaction reviews with internal and external legal counsel
- Conducts real estate related cross-functional projects with internal and external colleagues
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, or Accounting required
- 5+ years of experience at a data center company, national brokerage firm, investment bank or real estate investment firm preferred
- Real Estate License preferred
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 118,000 - 176,000 USD / Annual
Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 99,000 - 149,000 CAD / Annual
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
Equinix Benefits
As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.
Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
US Benefits:
- Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
- Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.
Canada Core Benefits:
- Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
- Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA).
- Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. Learn more here.
This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Real Estate Manager
Document your property management credentials early
Gather credential evaluations, licenses, and degree equivalency letters before applying. PERM requires your employer to verify your qualifications meet the posted job requirements, and gaps in documentation are a common source of delays.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search DOL PERM disclosure data to identify real estate firms and REITs that have filed labor certifications for management roles before. Repeat filers have established internal processes, which reduces your risk of a first-time sponsorship breakdown.
Clarify whether EB-2 or EB-3 fits your background
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or equivalent, while EB-3 covers roles needing a bachelor's degree and two years of experience. Real estate managers with an MBA or significant asset management credentials often qualify for EB-2, which can mean shorter wait times for some nationalities.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsoring employers
Search for Real Estate Manager roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This cuts the time spent cold-applying to firms that have never filed a PERM labor certification for this role type.
Negotiate PERM filing into your offer before signing
Once you receive an offer, confirm the employer will begin the PERM process within a defined timeframe. Some real estate firms are willing to sponsor but delay filing indefinitely without a written commitment in your employment agreement.
Understand how the PERM wage requirement affects your offer
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage determined by OFLC for your specific job title and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the wage level before your offer stage so you can identify whether an offer is likely to pass DOL review.
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Find Real Estate Manager JobsReal Estate Manager Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Real Estate Manager roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Real Estate Manager positions can qualify under either category depending on the role requirements and your credentials. EB-3 covers skilled positions requiring a bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or when you have equivalent specialized experience. The O*NET profile for Real Estate Managers supports specialty occupation arguments, which strengthens the employer's PERM case.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Real Estate Manager roles?
Green card sponsorship through PERM is a path to permanent residency, not a temporary status. Unlike the H-1B, there is no annual lottery for EB-3 petitions, and the process is not capped the same way. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status typically take two to four years combined, and wait times can extend significantly for nationals from India or China due to priority date backlogs.
Which types of employers sponsor green cards for Real Estate Managers?
Real estate investment trusts, commercial property management firms, institutional asset managers, and large residential operators are the most active PERM filers for this role type. Smaller boutique firms sometimes sponsor, but typically only for senior roles managing large portfolios. Searching DOL PERM disclosure data by job title and employer lets you verify filing history before investing time in an application.
How can I find Real Estate Manager jobs with green card sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Real Estate Manager roles filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. Standard job boards don't surface PERM filing data, so you can't tell which employers have actually gone through the process before. Migrate Mate connects that DOL disclosure data to active job listings, which saves significant time identifying viable employers.
Can my employer start the PERM process before I have a Social Security Number?
Yes. PERM labor certification is filed by the employer with DOL and does not require your Social Security Number at that stage. You typically need an SSN later when USCIS adjudicates the I-485 adjustment of status application. If you're currently on a nonimmigrant status like H-1B or L-1, your employer can begin PERM concurrently without disrupting your current work authorization.
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