Walmart

Director, Estimating

Walmart$110K — $220K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field or 7 years experience in real estate development
  • Extensive experience in real estate development cycles, especially design, pre-construction, and project management
  • Proven track record in implementing AI and advanced automation tools
  • Ability to synthesize cost data and market trends into executive-level insights
  • Experience leading organizational shifts in workflow and culture with a focus on digital transformation
  • Deep expertise in cost estimating, value engineering, and capital budget management

Responsibilities

  • Transform complex data into actionable strategies for new builds and remodels
  • Architect and implement streamlined workflows between internal and external partners
  • Identify and deploy AI tools to automate tasks and improve estimating accuracy
  • Lead the estimating function to maintain budget integrity and high-fidelity forecasts
  • Upskill workforce to thrive in a digital-first environment
  • Promote integrity and ethical standards in real estate operations

Benefits

  • Incentive awards based on performance
  • 401(k) match
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Multiple health plans
  • Paid time off (PTO)
Full Job Description
Position Summary...
The Director, Real Estate (Design & Development) serves as a strategic lead for Walmart's physical growth. This role integrates advanced estimating with project management frameworks to deliver fit-for-purpose assets designed for an omnichannel retail environment. You will champion a "digital-first" culture, spearheading the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data analytics to sharpen predictive accuracy and streamline the project lifecycle. By transforming traditional workflows into agile, tech-enabled processes, you will ensure our portfolio is built for long-term scalability and operational excellence.

What you'll do...
  • Drive Strategic Insights: Transform complex data into actionable strategies for new builds, large-scale remodels, and unique special projects, ensuring every decision maximizes ROI.
  • Revolutionize Workflow: Architect and implement "new ways of working" by streamlining the hand-offs between internal and external partners and teams.
  • Lead AI Integration: Identify, deploy, and scale AI-driven tools to automate routine tasks, improve estimating accuracy, and provide predictive modeling for project timelines.
  • Oversee Cost Estimating: Lead the estimating function to ensure budget integrity, providing senior leadership with high-fidelity cost forecasts that inform long-term capital planning.
  • Foster Talent & Tech Fluency: Upskill the workforce to thrive in a digital-first environment, ensuring the team is equipped to leverage new platforms and AI capabilities.
  • Uphold Standards: Promote integrity and ethical standards across all real estate operations and team interactions.


What you'll bring:
  • Strategic Vision: Extensive experience in real estate development cycles, specifically within design, pre-construction, and project management.
  • Innovation Mindset: A proven track record of implementing AI, machine learning, or advanced automation tools within a professional workforce.
  • Analytical Rigor: The ability to synthesize cost data and market trends into executive-level insights that shape asset strategy.
  • Change Management Expertise: Experience leading organizational shifts in workflow and culture, particularly regarding digital transformation.
  • Financial Acumen: Deep expertise in cost estimating, value engineering, and capital budget management for complex, multi-variable projects.
  • Collaborative Leadership: The ability to influence cross-functional partners in construction, finance, and operations to align on new strategic directions.


Benefits & Perks:

Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

- Stock








Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field and 4 years experience in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related field OR 7 years experience in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Construction, Supervising Associates

Primary Location...

814 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

About Walmart

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2,300 employees
Market Cap
$387 billion
Industry
Net Income
$13.5 billion
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+3.3%
Revenue
$559.1 billion
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