[Hiring] Real Estate Program Manager @Flexential

Role Description

The Real Estate Program Manager is a senior individual contributor responsible for leading complex real estate programs, transactions, and strategic initiatives that support Flexential's growth, operational scalability, and portfolio performance. This role serves as a trusted subject matter expert and strategic partner across the organization, driving the execution of high-impact projects that require coordination across multiple functions, including Operations, Finance, Legal, Design & Construction, Energy, Product, and Executive Leadership.

Operating with significant autonomy, the Real Estate Program Manager manages large-scale initiatives through all phases of planning and execution, providing analytical insights, influencing key decisions, and ensuring successful project outcomes. This position is accountable for managing complex projects, budgets, risks, timelines, and stakeholder relationships while continuously identifying opportunities to improve processes, portfolio performance, and operational effectiveness. The ideal candidate combines deep commercial real estate expertise with strong program management, business acumen, and the ability to influence outcomes across cross-functional teams without direct authority.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
• 8-12 years of progressive experience in commercial real estate, program management, portfolio management, development, corporate real estate, or related disciplines.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the data center industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex real estate transactions, programs, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of commercial real estate principles, transaction management, due diligence, financial analysis, and portfolio planning.
• Proven ability to manage multiple high-priority projects with competing deadlines and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience influencing decisions and driving results in a matrixed organizational environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency with financial modeling, project management tools, and Microsoft Office applications.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CCIM, MCR, or similar industry credentials.
• Experience supporting data center, mission-critical infrastructure, technology, telecommunications, or industrial real estate portfolios.
• Experience working with executive leadership teams on strategic planning and complex investment decisions.
• Knowledge of lease administration, development projects, and capital planning processes.

Benefits

• Medical, Telehealth, Dental and Vision
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term disability
• Flex Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Leave of Absence
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Rewards and Recognition Program

Company Description

At Flexential, we value diversity and believe that different perspectives and unique skills make us stronger as a team. While we've outlined the qualities and skills we are looking for in this job posting, we understand that there may be attributes and abilities that aren't explicitly listed but could be a perfect fit for our team. We want to emphasize that you shouldn't hesitate to apply if you don't meet every requirement. We're enthusiastic about assembling a diverse team of individuals who bring various talents to the table. Your unique perspective and abilities may be just what we need to drive innovation and success. If you believe you have what it takes to thrive in our environment, we encourage you to apply.