Senior General Manager - CRE Operations & Growth

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 156,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching contributions

Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated seeks an experienced Senior General Manager to lead comprehensive real estate operations and drive strategic growth across markets. This executive role requires mentoring senior managers, managing complex client relationships, and delivering exceptional service outcomes.

You will guide cross-functional teams, optimize resources, and collaborate with regional leadership to implement best practices while advancing diversity and inclusion across all service delivery

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in commercial real estate or office property management
• Strong business development skills with demonstrated ability to secure and grow major client relationships
• Experience leading and developing senior management teams of 25+ professionals
• Advanced financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis capabilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for executive-level audiences and stakeholder management
• Deep understanding of commercial real estate markets, trends, and industry best practices

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational performance across a portfolio of class A office properties, ensuring delivery excellence and client satisfaction metrics
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key clients, serving as their primary strategic advisor and trusted partner
• Mentor and develop management talent, fostering a culture of collaboration that strengthens team performance locally and across the globe
• Collaborate with regional and global leadership teams to implement best practices and drive organizational objectives
• Manage P&L responsibility, including budget development, forecasting, and resource optimization across business units
• Present to senior leadership and key stakeholders on business performance and strategic initiatives
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives while supporting each other's wellbeing across all teams

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Financial analysis

Budgeting/Forecasting

Executive communication

Industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Real Estate/Finance

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated seeks an experienced Senior General Manager to lead comprehensive real estate operations and drive strategic growth across markets. This executive role requires mentoring senior managers, managing complex client relationships, and delivering exceptional service outcomes.

You will guide cross-functional teams, optimize resources, and collaborate with regional leadership to implement best practices while advancing diversity and inclusion across all service delivery