Office Leasing Associate (Early Career Opportunity)

About Bedrock

Bedrock is an award-winning real estate developer focused on comprehensive city building initiatives in Detroit and Cleveland. Its work includes creating iconic cityscapes, rehabilitating historic properties, and making space for the community—all with the philosophy to operate for more than profit.

Since 2011, Bedrock has invested and committed more than $7.5 billion to develop and restore more than 140 properties, totaling over 21 million square feet of office, retail, residential, hospitality, industrial, data centers and parking. In 2024, Bedrock was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company.

For additional information about Bedrock, please visit bedrockdetroit.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.

Position Summary

The Office Leasing Associate will support the office leasing team and contribute to the strategic planning and execution of Bedrock’s office portfolio in Detroit and Cleveland. The position involves sales, marketing, negotiation, customer service, and lease transactions.

We welcome candidates with commercial real estate leasing experience gained through internships or early career full time opportunities who are eager to build on their foundational understanding of the commercial leasing process and grow as an office leasing professional.

Responsibilities

• Support the leasing dealmakers to facilitate lease transactions within Bedrock’s current and future office portfolio
• Perform ongoing market reconnaissance, developing working knowledge of the local office real estate market.
• Cultivate, develop and foster relationships with local, regional and national real estate brokers to establish a deal pipeline and new opportunities.
• Regularly review and update inventory of available space within the Bedrock portfolio
• Participate and support in property tours with prospective tenants, identifying Tenant requirements, timing, and budgets.
• Under defined parameters and with guidance from the Vice President - Office Leasing, facilitate and participate in transaction negotiations, which will include the creation and organization of Letter of Intent documents, broker agreements and coordination with internal and outside legal counsel, and other associated documentation to successfully complete office transactions.
• Collaborate with internal Bedrock teams critical to the success of the leasing strategy, including marketing, asset management, property management, and construction.
• Coordinate closely with Office Leasing team members to canvass and conduct cold calls nationally, regionally and locally to engage prospective tenants
• Develop and maintain a strong knowledge base of market intelligence including potential competition and trends
• Maintain the company’s CRM system including tracking all activities, prospects, and market intelligence.
• Assist with reporting, forecasting and budgeting of leasing activities
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, and experience
• Experience in commercial real estate leasing is required; candidates may have gained this through relevant internship experience in commercial leasing or in full time opportunities with a broker or with an owner operator.
• *If one only has experience in just residential real estate, unfortunately this experience would not align with this opportunity.*
• Real Estate Salesperson License is required or must be obtained within 90 days of employment, Bedrock will assist with required courses and testing fees.
• Understanding of the office lease transaction process from start to finish
• Ability to make sound and reasonable decisions, and act professionally
• Passion for urban development and the cities of Detroit and Cleveland
• Demonstrates integrity, ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks
  
  

Work Environment

• Bedrock is an in-person, five-day-a-week workplace. All team members are expected to work onsite Monday through Friday during standard business hours, unless otherwise specified by their role or designated shift.
• Some roles may have flexibility to work remotely on Fridays, based on the nature of the work and business needs. This flexibility is granted at the discretion of the Company and may be adjusted at any time.
• Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use; occasional movement between buildings; ability to lift up to 15 lbs. Occasionally.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Communication: Conveys ideas clearly; adapts messaging to audience; listens actively; fosters collaboration and trust.
• Planning & Organization: Prioritizes tasks effectively; manages time and resources; adapts to shifting priorities; executes with attention to detail.
• Problem Solving: Analyzes and resolves issues using critical thinking; remains adaptable and solution-focused; escalates when appropriate.
• Living Our Culture & Ethics: Acts with integrity; promotes inclusivity and accountability; aligns actions with organizational values; upholds compliance.
• Technical Skills: Applies relevant technical and industry knowledge; seeks ongoing development; contributes to team success through innovation and expertise.
  
  

Disclaimer

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities performed by persons assigned to this classification. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor or manager to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. All principal duties and responsibilities of this position are essential functions of the position. Job descriptions are reviewed on a regular basis and may be revised at any time. Revisions will be communicated to employees within the classification. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment; therefore, the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.

Bedrock is an equal-opportunity employer.