Real Estate and Procurement Operations Specialist

The RK&K culture is the foundation of our success, and the Facilities team is essential in sustaining that environment. We are seeking a Real Estate and Procurement Operations II professional to join our team and help us deliver an exceptional workplace experience.

This role can be based in either our Baltimore or Raleigh office and is responsible for ensuring daily operations run smoothly and efficiently. You will help create a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for employees and visitors while working closely with HR, Accounting, Purchasing, and building engineering teams to manage facilities operations, vendor relationships, and workplace improvement projects.

Essential Functions

Purchasing & Procurement

• Act as a secondary point of contact for vendor relationships and routine procurement requests.
• Provide backup support for IT-related purchasing and procurement activities.
• Prepare monthly purchase order system reports, including variance analysis (year-over-year and month-to-month) and track employee purchasing trends.

Vendor & Project Coordination

• Assist with vendor coordination during tenant improvement projects, working with local office leadership and administrative contacts.
• Partner with general contractors and tenant-held contractors on buildouts (IT, security, furniture, print management, etc.).

Security & Access Management

• Issue and manage employee access badges.
• Conduct monthly security reporting.

Facilities Operations

• Support monthly expense reconciliation and billing coordination with Accounting and Field Engineering teams.
• Assist with office furniture resets, team moves, and maintain cleanliness during visits or improvement projects.
• Manage parking relationships, including provisioning/deprovisioning, invoicing, and utilization reporting.
• Provide vendor management support for breakroom, office supplies, and furniture.

Additional Support

• Assist senior staff with fleet vehicle management.
• Travel up to 3-5 nights per month as needed.

Required Skills and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent degree
• Five (5) + years of experience in facilities management or corporate real estate roles.
• Strong skills in facilities and CRE inspections, including pre-lease walkthroughs and post-construction punch list reviews.
• Proficiency in CADD and Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs independently and team-lift up to 100 lbs
• Comfortable using basic power tools for minor repairs, furniture assembly, and office adjustments

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate or related field
• Five (5) + years of experience working in multi-tenant high-rise buildings.
• Experience supporting multi-office organizations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with strong time management and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer service mindset, focused on achieving positive outcomes.

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• Much Much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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Salary Range:75-95k