Senior Program Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Medical, Dental & Vision care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead advisory efforts for the MHPI portfolio across multiple military installations. You will own project operations, ensure deliverable quality, and coordinate with DoD leadership and interagency stakeholders.

The role requires deep experience in federal advisory services, real estate finance, and program management, along with US citizenship and an active DoD clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline; advanced degree a plus
• 8+ years of professional experience in federal advisory services, real estate finance, program management, or related field
• Experience advising senior government clients and communicating to executive audiences
• Strong written communication and client-ready deliverables
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and deliver under pressure
• US citizenship required
• Active DoD Secret clearance required
• Hybrid schedule across Washington, DC (2020 K Street NW), the Pentagon, and remote

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of analysts, ensuring quality and accountability
• Serve as primary QA/QC lead for major deliverables
• Anticipate client needs and provide proactive recommendations
• Participate in senior-level client meetings and represent JLL with DoD stakeholders
• Provide SME across real estate finance, federal program management, and policy analysis
• Keep DoD leadership informed on status and developments
• Support business development including RFP responses and new initiatives
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture

Skills

Team leadership

QA/QC

Client engagement

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PMP/PgMP

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Senior Program Manager - JLL

JLL’s Public Institutions group is seeking a Senior Program Manager to serve as a senior team leader on our advisory engagement supporting the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Housing (ODASD(H)). This is a high-visibility, high-impact role at the center of one of the federal government’s most complex real estate programs — the Military Housing Privatization Initiative (MHPI), a $32 billion portfolio spanning 87 active projects across 150 military installations nationwide. Reporting directly to the SVP / Account Director, you will serve as deputy program manager / account director — owning team performance, deliverable quality, and day-to-day program operations. Our work reaches the most senior levels of DOD leadership, and the precision and polish of every product we deliver reflects that standard.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Lead and mentor a team of junior and mid-level analysts, ensuring consistent quality, professional development, and accountability
• Serve as the primary QA/QC lead, reviewing all major deliverables before they reach the client — briefings, memoranda, reports, and presentations tailored for senior level DOD leadership, and Congressional audiences
• Anticipate client needs, complete analysis proactively, and bring forward recommendations without being asked
• Participate directly in senior-level client meetings and represent JLL in high-stakes engagements with DOD and interagency stakeholders
• Provide subject matter expertise across real estate finance, federal program management, and/or policy analysis
• Keep DOD leadership and stakeholders informed of relevant developments and program status
• Support business development activities including RFP responses and new initiative identification
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture aligned with JLL’s values

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (business, finance, public policy, real estate, or related field); advanced degree a plus
• 8+ years of professional experience in federal advisory services, real estate finance, program management, DOD/defense housing, or a related field; exceptional candidates with fewer years and a demonstrated track record will be considered
• Experience advising senior government clients, with the ability to communicate clearly and credibly to executive-level audiences
• Strong written communication skills — you understand what "client-ready" means and hold yourself and your team to that standard
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities, and deliver under pressure
• US citizenship required
• Active DOD Secret clearance required (or ability to obtain)
• Availability for hybrid schedule across Washington, DC (2020 K Street NW), the Pentagon, and remote

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent program management certification from a recognized institution

Benefits:

• 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

Location:

Location: Washington, DC. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position: 120,000.00 – 140,000.00 USD per year. This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Inclusive Hiring

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process– including the online application and/or overall selection process– you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation.

Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise.

We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world.

For further information, visit jll.com.

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