Etex

Regional Real Estate Coordinator

Etex  •  Zaventem, BE (Hybrid)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

At Etex, our purpose is building better together. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.


At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as Regional Real Estate Coordinator and drive operational excellence!

The Regional Real Estate Coordinator will manage a portfolio representing 30% of the complete real estate book value of the group. The portfolio will include the region of Africa, Asia, Pacifica, Middle East and specific projects in Europe.

What You'll Do:

  • Contribute to real estate business KPIs and ensure alignment with corporate policies, adapting standards to local context.
  • Maintain accurate real estate data in coordination with the Real Estate database manager.
  • Implement and monitor asset optimization strategies; identify, escalate, and resolve compliance issues (environmental, functional, economic).
  • Coordinate and provide functional leadership to the regional real estate network; report to the Head of Real Estate.
  • Support and deliver major divestment projects within the assigned scope.
  • Ensure adherence to governance, Delegation of Authority, and ethical standards in all real estate transactions.
  • Organize site reviews, audit real estate performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Conduct benchmarking and performance reviews to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Support implementation of standards for new builds and renovations, including CSR/ESG criteria.
  • Ensure consistent reporting routines and maintain effective top-down and bottom-up communication.
  • Oversee and be accountable for all real estate activities within the assigned region.
  • Act as the key liaison between corporate real estate and regional operations.
  • Manage budgets and prepare forecasts for real estate activities.
  • Lead and coordinate regional real estate operations to ensure strategic alignment and operational excellence.

What You'll Bring:

  • Professional qualification or proven experience in real estate, ideally within an industrial environment.
  • Strong project management expertise, particularly across industrial and real estate projects.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and build strong internal and external networks.
  • Comfort operating within matrix organizational structures.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and across diverse cultures.
  • Strategic and forward-thinking mindset with strong prioritization capabilities.
  • High level of organization and attention to detail, with the ability to structure and present data effectively.
  • Fluency in both French and English.
  • Solid knowledge of legal aspects related to real estate.
  • Willingness to learn and develop knowledge of ACM and relevant internal systems.
  • Proficiency in tools such as SAP (as implemented in the organization) and Power BI.
  • Practical on-site experience handling subcontractors and operational challenges.
  • Competence in tender preparation, subcontractor management, reporting, and financial follow-up.
  • Strong understanding of real estate practices and regulatory frameworks.

Why Join Us:

  • We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023! And one of the top companies to grow your career in Belgium in 2023 according to LinkedIn!
  • Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
  • Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions
  • We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination
  • Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work.

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About Etex

At Etex, we might be leaders in modern, sustainable construction, but our people are our priority. We care about our teammates, and they feel it.

As a global building material manufacturer and pioneer in lightweight construction we want to inspire people around the world to build living spaces that are ever more safe, sustainable, smart, and beautiful. Founded in 1905 in Belgium, we are a family-owned company with more than 13,500 employees across 160 sites and 45 countries.

We are inspired by a core set of values. A passion for excellence drives us, delivering the very best quality to our partners and customers. We connect and care about those around us, nurturing teamwork, new ways of working, and placing the highest importance on safety. We combine these and pioneer to lead in our ever-changing sector, harnessing the power of sustainable construction.

With our commercial brands (Cedral, Durlock, EQUITONE, Eternit / Euronit, Gyplac, Kalsi, Pladur, Promat, Siniat, Superboard and URSA) we make a positive human impact; motivated by changing people’s lives, improving the future of our planet and over-delivering for our customers.

Etex is a place for people who want to learn, grow and lead and together build inspiring ways of living. For more information, please visit our website: www.etexgroup.com

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Zaventem, BE
Year Founded
Unknown
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