Senior Manager of Real Estate – Capital Projects

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms, advising businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. The firm is a market leader in major financial and business centers worldwide, with a commitment to innovation and a supportive culture that empowers professionals to thrive.

About the Role

The Senior Manager of Real Estate – Capital Projects (US) is an integral part of Latham’s Global Real Estate team. This role focuses on executing and delivering complex capital projects across the firm’s US portfolio, including office fit-outs, renovations, and strategic investments. The position may be located in Boston, Chicago, Houston, New York, or Washington, D.C., and may qualify for a flexible hybrid working schedule.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of projects, including planning, design development, procurement, construction, and closeout.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and financial forecasts, including variance tracking and reporting.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business requirements and expectations.
• Work closely with the broader Global Real Estate and Workplace Experience team, including leasing, workplace strategy and design, and data teams, to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Coordinate with cross-functional workstreams, including technology, to align infrastructure, AV, security, and digital requirements within projects.
• Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information retained by Latham & Watkins.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Advanced degree or relevant professional certifications preferred.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in corporate real estate, project management, or construction.
• Strong experience delivering large-scale office fit-out and capital projects in the US.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects and governance processes.
• Experience in a professional services or corporate real estate environment is preferred.
• Ability to travel regularly to various US offices.

Skills

• Deep knowledge of design and construction processes, project delivery methods, and cost management practices.
• Strong financial acumen related to project budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects independently.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous 401k plan.
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, plus a PTO program accruing 23 days in the first year, growing with tenure.
• Well-being programs, including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency resources, medical support, and well-being events.
• Professional development programs.
• Employee discounts.
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff.

Pay

USD $195,000.00 – USD $215,000.00 per year.