Director Real Estate Operations Jobs in Inkster, MI

As a Head of Real Estate Transactions, FM and Projects, AMS on our team, you will be part of Aptiv's Commercial Real Estate organization, leading the commercial and financial strategy for regional real estate operations, supporting portfolio optimization, capital planning, construction, and lease administration.

• Lead the commercial and financial strategy for regional real estate operations, supporting portfolio optimization, capital planning, construction, and lease administration.
• Partner with internal teams (finance, legal, procurement, operations) and external vendors to drive value across real estate transactions and service agreements.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance across FM, construction, and CRE partners, ensuring cost efficiency and SLA adherence.
• Oversee budgets, forecasts, and contract negotiations for owned and leased properties.
• Support executive decision‑making with analytics on total cost of ownership, occupancy metrics, and scenario modeling.

In your daily job you will:

• Support and execute real estate strategy, ensuring alignment with business growth and operational needs.
• Oversee site selection, lease negotiations, acquisitions, and divestitures to optimize portfolio performance.
• Conduct financial modelling for lease vs. buy, stay vs. relocate, and asset disposal opportunities.
• Evaluate property transactions, ensuring competitive lease renewals and strategic protections for the organization.
• Assess occupancy trends and develop long‑term plans for efficient space utilization.
• Develop and implement real estate transition plans related to mergers, acquisitions, and spin‑offs, ensuring minimal operational disruption.

• Oversee Regional real estate portfolio of approx. 70 locations, 7M SF office, manufacturing and warehouse.
• Ownership of OPEX & capital management of 6 corporate locations & FM suppliers.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities through strategic negotiations, benchmarking, and vendor management.
• Conduct financial due diligence for major real estate decisions, including lease commitments and asset valuations.

• Oversee all Regional construction projects, including planning, technical specifications, budgeting, and execution.
• Establish a standardized approach for site design, workplace standards, and facility maintenance programs for corporate locations.
• Ensure alignment with office work models and optimize workplace design for efficiency.
• Manage capital and expense budgets related to real estate operations and maintenance.

• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international real estate regulations.
• Conduct due diligence for leases, acquisitions, and site evaluations to mitigate risks.
• Develop contingency plans for business continuity, including real estate‑related disruptions.
• Ensure all leases adhere to delegation‑of‑authority requirements and lease audit standards.

• Serve as a key liaison with senior executives, ensuring transparency in real estate decisions.
• Build and maintain relationships with landlords, brokers, and internal business stakeholders.
• Oversee external vendors, including architects, engineers, and contractors, to support construction and operational initiatives.
• Facilitate benchmarking and market analysis with brokerage firms to identify real estate trends.
• Partner with legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure real estate transactions align with broader objectives.

• 15+ years of extensive experience in corporate real estate, lease negotiations, site selection, facilities management and project management.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, with expertise in portfolio optimization and capital project management.
• Problem‑solving skills, experience with complex issues and ability to deal with competing priorities.
• Ability to lead large‑scale real estate transactions while driving cost efficiencies.
• Expertise in construction, workplace operations and regulatory compliance.
• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Experience managing real estate aspects of corporate growth and restructuring initiatives.

Legally able to work in the U.S. without requirement for any type of visa sponsorship/transfer now, or at any time in the future.

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation and Parental leave).
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers.
• Recognition for innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities to give back to the community.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.