Senior Project Manager CRE

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As a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of America's leading retailers.

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As a key member of the Corporate Real Estate (CRE) team, this role will be responsible for leading and supporting Commercial Office Space Leasing, Design & Construction (D&C) projects across India and the broader APAC region. The position requires expertise in commercial leasing, project and construction management, design oversight, and cost/budget control, while consistently maintaining a customer-centric approach.

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Real Estate Professional with a proven track record of delivering large-scale corporate office projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrating strong financial acumen, operational excellence, and the ability to foster collaborative partnerships with diverse stakeholders.

This role demands a professional who is both strategic and hands-on—capable of diving into project details while also providing consultative guidance. The successful candidate will balance creativity with frugality, approach challenges with a root-cause mindset, and build transparent, trust-based relationships across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Alignment

Partner with the Regional Real Estate Leader and business leaders to define, develop, and execute the Global Real Estate strategy in alignment with organizational objectives.

Represent CRE across the APAC region, ensuring seamless delivery of office space solutions that meet business needs.

Project Delivery & Stakeholder Management

Lead end-to-end delivery of real estate projects, coordinating with internal teams (Operations, Procurement, Legal, Tax, Compliance, Finance, IT, Corporate Security) and external partners (developers, architects, consultants, contractors).

Ensure projects are executed on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with corporate standards and local regulations.

Core Project Activities

Conduct site selection and due diligence for new office spaces.

Negotiate and finalize lease agreements with landlords and developers.

Develop master plans, budgets, and project schedules.

Define procurement strategies and oversee the selection of architects, consultants, and contractors.

Lead design reviews, value engineering, and construction management.

Manage budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.

Oversee handover and project closeout, ensuring operational readiness.

Customer Experience & Workplace Quality

Deliver office environments that foster inclusivity, safety, wellness, and sustainability.

Act as a trusted liaison between landlords/developers and the organization, ensuring alignment of interests.

Portfolio Management

Proactively manage the region’s real estate portfolio, including acquisitions, disposals, lease renewals, reconfigurations, renegotiations, and relocations.

Benchmark space utilization against global guidelines and develop strategies to optimize under-utilized assets.

Identify and capitalize on unique market opportunities to maximize value.

Relationship Building

Cultivate strong, productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure business alignment and long-term value creation.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil engineering or Electrical engineering.

Minimum 10 years of experience managing commercial office interior fit-out projects, including construction and budget oversight.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical decision-making.

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Hands-on experience in commercial office interior fit-out projects.

Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, MS Office Suite).

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