Manager, Strategic Projects

POSITION SUMMARY

This role is responsible for supporting enterprise-wide strategic initiatives that guide portfolio positioning, capital allocation, and long-term growth of CenterPoint’s national industrial real estate platform. This role works across all regions to ensure investment decisions align with CenterPoint’s strategy and investor objectives. Reports to SVP, Strategic Projects and Planning.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Support the SVP, Strategic Projects and Planning with firmwide strategic initiatives focused on portfolio performance, market allocation, and capital deployment across a multi‑billion‑dollar national industrial portfolio

Develop and maintain multi‑year strategic plans in partnership with executive leadership, regional teams, and CenterPoint’s capital partner

Evaluate new markets and investment opportunities and provide recommendations aligned with CenterPoint’s platform, risk profile, and return objectives

Support investment decisions through market analysis, financial modeling, underwriting, and scenario evaluation

Oversee portfolio‑level performance analysis, benchmarking, and asset optimization initiatives

Research and track national industrial real estate market trends, supply/demand fundamentals, and emerging themes impacting portfolio strategy

Prepare and present strategic materials, market insights, and portfolio updates for executive leadership, ownership, and Board meetings

Lead cross‑functional projects involving acquisitions, development, asset management, and external partners

Manage and mentor junior team members supporting strategic analysis and project execution

Maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, brokers, consultants, and capital partners

Completes other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree required. MBA or advanced degree preferred.

5+ years of experience in industrial real estate, investment management, development, or related fields

Deep understanding of U.S. industrial real estate markets, portfolio strategy, and institutional investment frameworks

Strong financial, analytical, and strategic planning skills with the ability to evaluate complex investment and portfolio decisions

Proven ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives and manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership and boards

High level of judgment, integrity, and professionalism

Ability to operate independently with limited supervision in a fast‑paced environment

Possesses a strong sense of urgency and ability to handle urgent situations

Ability to learn process, systems, departments, and names quickly

Ability to manage elevated stress levels periodically; can work under an active and intense environment

Flexible with respect to work schedule

Acts in accordance with the values of the company and complies with all company processes and procedures.

Is physically capable of lifting objects weighing 10 pounds or more. Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.

Work Location:

This position will be in our Oak Brook, IL Office. Employees will be required to be in the office four (4) days per week.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

CenterPoint Properties is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer (F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity). Qualified candidates will be contacted regarding next steps in the recruiting process. CenterPoint Properties offers employees a competitive compensation package which includes an annual target bonus, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) and more. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.