Global IFM Director

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Provide Executive Leadership – As a key member of the Global Leadership team, this role will collaborate with the senior leadership team and the client to design and execute a global facilities management vision aligned with business and client objectives.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeAustin • California, New York, North Carolina, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $250,000 - $280,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide Executive Leadership – As a key member of the Global Leadership team, this role will collaborate with the senior leadership team and the client to design and execute a global facilities management vision aligned with business and client objectives.
Lead Executive Engagement – Act as the strategic partner and primary point of contact for executive clients, building trusted relationships and ensuring business alignment.
Inspire High-Performing Teams and Partners – Lead and develop management teams across global markets, driving effective onboarding, talent development, and high performance across all levels of the organization; cultivate strategic vendor partnerships; coordinate seamless cross-functional collaboration with key support Cisco Confidential functions; and excel in operating in a complex, matrixed organizational environment to align stakeholders and deliver integrated solutions.
Drive Financial Stewardship – Oversee budgeting and forecasting; achieve expenditure targets; deliver cost efficiencies; proactively manage financial and operational risks; and ensure strict compliance with all financial and contractual authorities.
Champion Performance Management – Leverage data analytics and KPIs to drive continuous improvement, identify opportunities for efficiency, and deliver actionable insights for the portfolio.
Advance Operational Excellence – Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and risk management standards; champion audits and training; proactively identify operational risks and partner with appropriate teams to drive solutions; lead continuous improvement initiatives; and maintain system reliability and consistent performance across the portfolio.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Facilities Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 10+ years of progressive, executive-level experience in facilities management, corporate real estate, or integrated operations, with at least 5 years managing global or multi-regional portfolios.
Significant experience in direct client relationship management, negotiation, and strategic consultation with executive-level stakeholders.
Expertise in Master Services Agreement (MSA) governance, contract negotiation, and managing vendor/supplier relationships on a global scale.
Proven track record of driving commercial growth and achieving substantial financial results within a large, complex account structure.
Fluency in data analytics and performance metrics relevant to global facilities and operational efficiency.
Relevant professional certifications (e.g., FMP, CFM, PMP, Six Sigma) are highly desirable.

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analyticsKPIbudgetingforecastingcontract negotiationvendor managementfinancial managementoperational risk managementcontinuous improvementfacilities management

Soft Skills

executive leadershiprelationship managementstrategic consultationteam developmentcross-functional collaborationcommunicationnegotiationinspirationperformance managementproblem-solving

Certifications

FMPCFMPMPSix Sigma