Senior Real Estate Specialist

As a Senior Real Estate Specialist, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management, administration, revenue generation and cost mitigation of a real estate portfolio, including properties designated as surplus. Your goal will be to ensure all properties are managed in a cost-effective, compliant, and strategically aligned manner that supports asset value, regulatory requirements, and long-term portfolio objectives. Your success will be demonstrated through effective property and lease management, accurate recordkeeping, coordinated tax filings and exemptions, controlled spend, strong tenant and stakeholder relationships, and the successful management of leasing activities and contractual obligations to maximize utilization and performance across the portfolio.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity with Irving Oil, please apply by July 31, 2026. 

What We Offer:  

• Work Environment – Work onsite in our beautiful home office building with access to a fitness facility, onsite nurse and a café
• Competitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan, pension plan, and parking allowance
• Flexible Benefits Plan – In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs
• Paid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation, too
• Wellness Support – With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program   
• Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program 

Your Responsibilities:

• Oversee property maintenance activities for a surplus land portfolio across Canada and the United States, partnering with Supply Management to select contractors, schedule work, manage budgets, and prepare and track annual maintenance forecasts
• Act as liaison with municipalities to address property complaints and compliance matters
• Oversee environmental expenditures, including purchase order creation and spend tracking
• Support real estate tax obligations (includes assessment tracking and compliance filings)
• Optimize the value of the property portfolio through proactive asset management, leasing revenue generation and cost control
• Administer utilities for non‑core properties, including management of department pre‑approved service listings
• Plan and coordinate property site visits and inspections, leasing activities, and stakeholder engagement
• Act as team's real estate external inquiry traffic controller (directing requests to specialized team members while ensuring timely response)
• Support Company projects as required

Your Skills:

• Strong property management, leasing, and asset management expertise
• Working knowledge of real estate regulations, environmental management, and municipal compliance
• Ability to interpret and negotiate legal contracts; basic accounting knowledge considered an asset
• Proficiency with property management systems, budgeting tools, and Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong interpersonal and relationship‑building abilities
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to multitask independently in a fast‑paced environment

Your Experience:

• 10–15 years of related business experience in property management, real estate, or a similar field
• Undergraduate degree or post‑secondary education in Business, Real Estate, or a related discipline
• Valid driver’s license and passport, with the ability to travel throughout Atlantic Canada and the New England States

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.​

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