Job Description

Vice President of Real Estate Development (Pizzaiolo)

Job Title:

Vice President, Real Estate Development

Location:

Mississauga, ON

Job Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

Industry:

Quick Service Restaurant (QSR), Retail, Franchise

Company Overview:

Pizzaiolo Gourmet Pizza is a proudly Canadian brand with over 60 locations across Ontario. Rooted in tradition and committed to quality, we're entering an exciting phase of growth -- and looking for a seasoned real estate professional to help lead our expansion.

Job Summary:

We are hiring a

Vice President of Real Estate Development

to oversee site selection, lease negotiations, and development strategy for new store openings and relocations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in QSR, retail, or franchise real estate and be ready to lead development efforts at a strategic level.

Responsibilities:

Develop and execute market expansion and real estate strategies Identify and evaluate new locations using market research, demographics, and sales forecasting Lead lease negotiations, renewals, and relocations Collaborate with internal teams on design, construction, operations, and legal matters Manage external relationships with brokers, landlords, and developers Create and present site packages and proposals to senior leadership Track and report on real estate KPIs and performance metrics

Requirements:

Minimum 10 years of real estate development experience in QSR, retail, or franchise sectors Proven ability to negotiate and secure high-performing retail sites Strong analytical, financial, and project management skills Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, or related field (MBA a plus)

Benefits:

Competitive salary Health and dental benefits Flexible work environment (Toronto-based) Opportunity to shape the future growth of an iconic Canadian brand
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person