Job Description

Work Location Type: Hybrid

Req Number 330250

About Grainger

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer expertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion. For more information, visit  www.grainger.com. 

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $113,900.00 – $189,900.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 20 % or $ , based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.

Rewards and Benefits

With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
• Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below:

https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire

Grainger Benefits

The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future. Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.

Position Details

The Senior Manager, Corporate Real Estate Development, manages a team of project managers and supports development procedures for the department, developing and implementing standards, and delivering real estate solutions that meet acceptable cycle time and financial parameters. Specifically, real estate due diligence, design, engineering, and construction for all Grainger business units in North America. You will support all property acquisition and divestiture decisions that support Company strategic projects. You will manage all substantive construction and renovation activities on current properties (branches, distribution centers, office properties) that support our operations. This is a hybrid position requiring 50% of time onsite at either the Chicago, IL or Lake Forest, IL offices and will require approximately 25% travel.

You Will

• Provide guidance to the department and lead a team of 3 Project Managers
• Develop real estate design and construction strategy
• Promote design and construction solutions and processes that support Company strategy decisions
• Implement tools that assist the department in managing their work and improving processes
• Develop prototype building standards and sizes, including signage
• Evaluate construction techniques and implement new techniques where value is added
• Interface and collaborate project efforts with essential partners to ensure project success
• Accomplish project assignments to maximize strengths within the group
• Develop reporting and measurements
• Understand the organizational inter-relationships, not just be an expert within the construction function

You Have

• Experience managing/directing building construction projects
• Experience with contracts, blueprint reading, and specification reviews
• Experience providing support in a corporate environment with users in multiple locations.
• Experience in execution of strategy for an organization.
• Experience managing contract service providers in completing multiple project types including construction and renovation of properties
• Financial and budgetary experience
• Willingness to travel up to 10%. For example: visits to proposed building/site selections, monitor construction progress, and interview contractors, consultants and vendors

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.