Program Director

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Direct strategic program execution of major capital initiatives and ground-up developments across regional portfolio hubs .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $185,000 - $215,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates extensive experience in managing large-scale corporate real estate capital programs, including budget forecasting, risk mitigation, and client relationship management. Proficient in utilizing advanced scheduling tools and program management software to ensure successful project execution and compliance with safety standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Capital Program ManagementBudget ForecastingMaster Scheduling ToolsClient Executive Relationship ManagementTechnical Due Diligence

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Budget ForecastingFinancial ModelingContract AdministrationProject ManagementRisk MitigationMunicipal Approval ProcessesConstruction Compliance StandardsValue of Work Done (VOWD)Monthly Cost Report (MCR)Technical Due Diligence (TDD)

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationRelationship ManagementProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Primavera P6MS ProjectE-Builder

Industry Keywords

Corporate Real EstateGround-Up DevelopmentsTenant Improvement PortfoliosMulti-Market Regional PortfoliosConstruction Risk Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct strategic program execution of major capital initiatives and ground-up developments across regional portfolio hubs
Serve as the primary point of escalation for complex project risks, schedule critical paths, municipal approvals, and contractor disputes across the portfolio
Manage client executive relationships, portfolio fee structure alignment, and overall account governance
Oversee program-wide budget forecasting, Monthly Cost Reports (MCR), Value of Work Done (VOWD) tracking, and financial baselines
Establish standardized playbooks for project intake, design reviews, Technical Due Diligence (TDD), and contractor procurement
Enforce risk mitigation guidelines and safety standards across all local delivery partners and general contractors
Safeguard key operational milestones, including the buffer between Contractor Handover and First Day of Business (FDOB)
Provide executive-level program oversight and single-point accountability for capital project portfolios with cumulative spend ranging from $100M to $500M+
Direct regional PM leads and local project management support teams executing day-to-day field activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration
12–15+ years of experience leading large-scale corporate real estate capital programs, ground-up developments, and tenant improvement portfolios
Proven track record directing multi-disciplinary teams and managing local PM sub-consultants
Demonstrated experience maintaining client executive relationships at the Director and senior program level
Advanced expertise in master scheduling tools (Primavera P6 or MS Project)
Experience with financial modeling and program-wide budget/cost forecasting
Proficiency in contract administration, including familiarity with GPMA Exhibit E-2 frameworks
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Preferred: Master's degree in a related field
Preferred: Hands-on experience with e-Builder or comparable program management software
Preferred: Familiarity with Technical Due Diligence (TDD) processes and standardized project intake playbooks
Preferred: Working knowledge of Value of Work Done (VOWD) and Monthly Cost Report (MCR) methodologies
Preferred: Experience operating within a two-tiered program/local delivery model
Preferred: Exposure to municipal approval processes and construction risk/safety compliance standards
Preferred: Background in commercial risk management across multi-market regional portfolios

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay