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Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories.

RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities.

RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support. Each brand benefits from the global scale and shared best practices that come from ownership by Restaurant Brands International Inc.

Job Summary: The Sr. Manager, Real Estate, FHS US, West oversees the new development of all Firehouse Subs in the West Division. This position works directly with franchisees and internally with the Market Planning, Operations Services, and Construction Teams to drive strategic growth for a fast-growing brand.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Research and analyze existing and prospective markets targeted either for store replacement and/or new store development.

• Utilize and refine market plan & long-term plan for responsible territory in tandem with Market Planning and Operations Services Teams.

• Develop a network of commercial real estate brokers and manage site selection for Franchisee new store developments

• Work with Franchisees to package and present prospective development sites to Real Estate Committee for review and approval of new developments and relocation opportunities.

• Work with Franchisees on the due diligence process for driving new store development, including site approval and lease review.

• Partner with Construction Team for property control hand-off

• Assist in executing any special Company projects requiring the expertise of the real estate department.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, or related field with 5-7 years’ experience in corporate commercial real estate and market research analysis in the QSR or Fast Casual industry.

• Previous experience working with franchisees or clients required.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating system & a proficiency in Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint.

• Strong knowledge of GIS/desktop mapping packages. Quick study on learning new mapping & analytic packages.

• Ability to effectively analyze and evaluate information to make decisions, solve problems and achieve goals.

• Ability to build strong working relationships with other critical departments outside development. For example, Franchisees, Design, Construction, Operations, and Finance.

• Strong communication skills to read, listen, understand, and communicate information and ideas in a clear and understandable manner, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to process information including gathering, assessing, organizing, auditing, and verifying data.

• Willingness to travel throughout region with flexibility to work different hours, including early morning and late night work

• Ability to travel up to 60%

Salary:

Base salary range of $130,000 -140,000. Base salary for this position may vary based on relevant factors such as experience, education, location, and skills.

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual discretionary bonus plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the incentive program, based on individual and company performance metrics. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation in the form of equity grants pursuant to the Company’s long-term incentive plan.

Benefits:

This position is benefits eligible and offers a comprehensive package: health benefits (medical, dental, vision and life insurance) offered upon hire date; fertility benefits to support family planning needs; a 401(k) plan with Company match available after the first year of service; time-off programs (PTO, sick leave, Company-observed holidays, and parental leave); short-term and long-term disability insurance; and telemedicine & mental wellness support. Eligibility requirements apply to certain benefits and resources, and may vary based on job classification, location, and length of employment. We are equally committed to professional development, offering various learning and development courses.

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Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness. We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support.

Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.