Principal Associate, Project Manager – Market Planning

Capital One

. Support and track projects from market identification and site selection through project intake, construction execution, and Customer Day 1 .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $109,900 - $137,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Project and Process Management, with a strong focus on managing complex project pipelines and integrating data-driven tools. Proficient in executive presentation development and cross-functional collaboration to drive project success.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementProcess EngineeringExecutive Presentation DevelopmentPMP CertificationReal Estate Experience

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementProcess ManagementData-Driven StorytellingConstruction ProcessesMulti-Site Project RolloutPipeline TrackingRisk ManagementMeeting Minutes CaptureMarket PlanningAI-Driven Automation

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationAccountabilityCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Project Management SoftwareProcess Tracking Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPLeanAgileSix Sigma

Industry Keywords

Real EstateConstructionMarket StrategyCorporate Market Planning

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support and track projects from market identification and site selection through project intake, construction execution, and Customer Day 1
Partner with cross-functional teams to build, refine, and present executive presentation decks and business cases for deal approval
Establish, update, and manage master project schedules, calendars, and pipeline tracking tools
Lead routine project check-ins, capture actionable meeting minutes, maintain risk/issue logs, and hold partners accountable to milestones
Serve as an operational link between Market Strategy, Retail Design, Construction, Finance, and Legal teams
Partner with data and analytics teams to integrate productivity and AI-driven automation tools into workflows
Travel to target markets a few times per year for site visits and market planning sessions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or Military experience
At least 3 years of Project and Process Management experience
At least 2 years of Process Engineering experience
Preferred: Master’s/MBA degree
Preferred: 2+ years of experience in Real Estate, Construction, or Corporate Market Planning
Hands-on experience working directly with Construction and Real Estate processes
Advanced skills in executive slide deck building and data-driven storytelling
Experience managing complex project intake pipelines and multi-site project rollout calendars
Experience utilizing Project Management (PM) software and process tracking tools
PMP, Lean, Agile, or Six Sigma certification preferred
Must be able to work in the United States; Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses and/or long-term incentives (LTI)
Comprehensive health, financial, and other benefits supporting total well-being
Equal opportunity and inclusive workplace
Reasonable accommodation support