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Real Estate Program / Engagement Manager

The Building People
life insurance, paid time off, long term disability, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, D.C., Washington
Aug 19, 2026

Please note that this position is for an upcoming position. We are, however, accepting applications for this anticipated need. If you are interested in joining The Building People, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!

The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time Program Manager supporting our Occupancy Management business unit, working closely with senior leaders in the federal government to drive organizational strategy and execute mission-critical program management. The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional with at least 10 or more years of progressively responsible program, real estate, or portfolio management experience. They must also have 5 or more years supporting large or complex real estate organizations. This position will be responsible for the overall performance, work integration, staffing, quality control, risk management, and coordination with the Government.

Responsibilities:



  • Tasks will include but are not limited to:
  • Responsible for ensuring that quality work products are produced within timeframes established by the Contract, the performance work statement, and Contracting Officials.
  • Serve as the focus of interface between government personnel for specific work teams.
  • Coordinate the operation and management of assigned programs according to specifications, budgets, and timelines.
  • Regularly communicate with customers/clients to arrange meetings, confirm program schedules, and discuss any program problems.
  • Regularly communicate with staff to arrange meetings, confirm program schedules, and discuss any program problems.
  • Regularly communicate with management regarding the program's status and any problems or potential problems.
  • Forecast potential schedule delays and develop alternate plans.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships based on credibility, trust, and expertise.



Required Experience & Skills


  • Experience managing multidisciplinary professional services teams.
  • Demonstrated experience with federal sector real estate programs.
  • Experience supporting multi-tenant office portfolios or facilitates exceeding 500,000 square feet.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Experience managing Department of Commerce contracts a plus.
  • Experience with Predictive Index a plus.



*Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.

*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:



  • Medical & Rx
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance/AD&D
  • Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay


All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.

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