Director Portfolio Management - Real Estate Finance

CRE Finance Council; Maryland; On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Four-day in-office work week

Job summary

CRE Finance Council is seeking a Director of Portfolio Management - Real Estate Finance to lead a growing CRE loan portfolio, mentor talent, and elevate portfolio management practices. The role combines hands-on analysis with strategic collaboration across origination, underwriting, servicing, and operations in Montgomery County, MD.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in CRE lending, direct portfolio management experience, strong borrower-facing and credit negotiation skills, and a proactive,

Qualifications

• 8+ years in commercial real estate lending, Portfolio Management experience.
• Direct experience managing a performing CRE portfolio.
• Strong borrower-facing, credit, and negotiation skills.
• Experience mentoring and managing junior professionals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize performance of a growing CRE loan portfolio.
• Lead reporting improvements, process streamlining, and technology enhancements.
• Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive portfolio strategy and borrower outcomes.

Skills

CRE lending

Portfolio management

Credit negotiation

Leadership & mentoring

Job description

Ready to take on a high-impact leadership role in commercial real estate finance? We’re looking for a hands‑on, strategic Director of Portfolio Management - Real Estate Finance to help lead a growing portfolio of performing CRE loans while mentoring talent, strengthening borrower relationships, and helping shape best‑in‑class portfolio management practices.

This role is ideal for a strong real estate finance Director of Portfolio Management professional who enjoys being both in the details and at the table—someone who can assess asset‑level performance, spot risk early, navigate borrower requests and modifications, and turn portfolio insights into smart, timely action. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and key internal partners across originations, underwriting, servicing, legal, and loan operations.

Beyond portfolio oversight, this is a chance to make a real mark by improving reporting, streamlining processes, and bringing a forward‑thinking approach to technology, automation, and team development.

What we’re looking for:

• 8+ years in commercial real estate lending - Portfolio Management
• Direct experience managing a performing CRE portfolio
• Strong borrower-facing, credit, and negotiation skills
• Exposure to modifications, restructurings, troubled credits, or lender remedies
• Experience mentoring and managing junior professionals
• A proactive, analytical, and solutions‑oriented mindset

If you’re looking for a visible leadership opportunity where you can influence the portfolio, the team, and the platform, this is a compelling next step. Fantastic culture and great office location. Comp range is 175K-225K in base + bonus + full benefits. 4 days/week in the office in Montgomery County, MD.