Vice President, Real Estate Services Operations – Minneapolis, MN

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that’s dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

 

The Vice President of Real Estate Operations is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational oversight, and financial performance of the company’s real estate portfolio. The VP will lead a team of real estate professionals and collaborate cross-functionally to align real estate strategies with business objectives, drive operational efficiency, and ensure optimal utilization of assets. 

 

Primary Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: 

• Develop and execute a comprehensive real estate strategy aligned with corporate goals
• Lead long-range planning for real estate footprint, including expansion, consolidation, and optimization
• Advise executive leadership on market trends, risks, and opportunities

Financial Oversight: 

• Develop and manage real estate budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditures
• Drive cost savings through strategic sourcing, renegotiations, and space optimization
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and ROI

Team Leadership: 

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing real estate and facilities team
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

 

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in corporate real estate or corporate finance, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role
• Proven solid financial acumen and experience with lease negotiations and capital planning
• Proven excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Reside within a commutable distance of Minneapolis, MN

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Current or prior experience on the Real Estate team 

 

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $196,600 to $337,100 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.  

 

 

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. 

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