Real Estate Analyst
CHATTANOOGA TN
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Position open to remote: Limited

Who We Are:
Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S.

Why U.S. Xpress?
Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Vacation, Sick, & Personal time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-site work out facility

What You’ll Do:

The primary purpose of this position is to provide support for the management of company real estate. Support the development of our property database, enhance our tools regarding lease administration, project manage transactions, and oversee lease accounting services.

• Maintain a real estate database with detailed property information on Company owned/leased assets
• Onboard new leases, lease modifications, and terminations into Lease Accelerator
• Maintain tenant files, certificates of insurance, and other required documents/notices
• Collect rent and other property fees along with monitoring and reconciling tenant accounts
• Assist with property acquisitions/sales including contracts, due diligence, and closing processes
• Assists in the negotiation of new leases and/or amendments tied to the expansion of existing sites and/or new properties
• Reconcile, track, and request payment of monthly rents, additional rents, and property related expenses for all Company leased properties
• Ensure that accurate records are maintained regarding leases, including but not limited to, maturity dates, notification dates, rent escalations, security deposits, additional rent fees, prepayments, and utility and rent charges and payments
• Review and Analyze operating expenses and coordinate with Landlords to seek additional information
• Provide brokerage/advisory support including the following: Support brokerage activities including leasing and marketing activities for managed properties or other listing activity
• Provide general working knowledge of market activity/trends and other support for the preparation of market rent studies and fair market value opinions
• Prepare detailed financial and business data analysis, related to existing facilities, capital improvement projects and new/ future facilities.
• Manage legal documents: leases, subleases, estoppels certificates, termination agreements and other related legal documents in coordination with in-house and external legal counsel.
• Maintain property insurance statement of values
• Prepare materials for reoccurring executive real estate committee meetings
• Cross-functional collaboration with Accounting, Finance/Treasury, Legal, Operations, and Facilities teams
• Generate other documentation and memorandums instrumental to real estate projects
• Assist in the preparation of capital expenditure reports related to facility improvements and developing new reports as needed
• Ensure that all documentation is complete, accurate, thorough, and compliant

What We’re Looking For:

Education

• B.S. Degree required, in a business field

Experience

• Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience
• Experience in the transportation industry a plus

Skills/Certifications

• Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes multiple sources of data to analyze and resolve complex problems; may take a new perspective on existing solution
• Organizational Impact: Independently delivers on objectives with understanding of how they impact the results of own area/team and other related teams
• Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas
• Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences
• Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly
• Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them
• Contract negotiations: Demonstrates an understanding of negotiating skills such as building trust, gaining commitment, managing the opposition, and maintaining goodwill
• Listens carefully to ascertain points being made before trying to be understood
• Written communication: Demonstrates the ability to write clear, detailed, and comprehensive status reports, memos and documentation
• Ability to understand Real Estate & Accounting/Finance Principles and understand, interprets, and facilitates Real Estate management concepts
• Communication skills and common courtesy required; ability to exchange information effectively in a concise and logical way and be sensitive to audience diversity.
• Exceptional customer focus and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage daily functions with minimal supervision, extensive attention to detail required, and good problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access; Ability to learn new software applications as needed
• Ability to multi-task and appropriate role-base decision-making ability required.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements – Normal office settings.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.