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Senior Director, Real Estate & Facilities

Ready to Make a Difference? Join ICF’s dynamic global real estate portfolio as our Senior Director of Real Estate & Facilities, where your vision and leadership will directly influence how— and where — our teams around the world thrive.

In this high-impact leadership role, you’ll oversee the full lifecycle of our real estate operations, facilities management, and workplace transformation — from strategic planning and acquisition to design, development, and day-to-day management across diverse geographies. Your deep expertise will shape environments where collaboration thrives, operational excellence is standard, and our teams feel empowered to do their best work. Join a fast-paced, mission-driven consulting organization where your influence will span continents and careers.

This HYBRID role is based in our Reston, Virginia, Headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

Global Real Estate Strategy

Develop and execute a comprehensive global real estate strategy aligned with business growth and workforce trends.Lead site selection, lease negotiations, renewals, and dispositions.Manage relationships with brokers, landlords, and external consultants

Facilities & Workplace Operations

Oversee day-to-day operations of all office facilities, ensuring safety, functionality, and a high-quality employee experience.Implement best practices in space planning, sustainability, and workplace services.Lead office build-outs, renovations, and relocations from concept to completion.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Lead, mentor, and develop a geographically dispersed team of real estate and facilities professionals across multiple time zones.Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Establish clear goals, performance metrics, and communication protocols to ensure alignment and operational excellence.Partner with IT, HR, Legal, and business unit leaders to support hybrid work models and evolving workplace needs.

Financial & Vendor Management

Develop and manage multi-million-dollar real estate and facilities budgets.Optimize cost-efficiency through strategic sourcing and vendor performance management.Ensure compliance with lease obligations, local regulations, and corporate policies.

Executive Engagement

Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership on real estate and facilities matters.Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

Basic Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Facilities Management, Business Administration, Architecture, or related field.Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in corporate real estate and facilities management, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role.Proven ability to lead complex real estate and facilities portfolios across multiple geographies.Demonstrated success managing and developing high-performing, remote teams.Strong negotiation, financial modeling, and project management skills.Deep understanding of workplace trends, sustainability practices, and hybrid work strategies.Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership capabilities.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed, and global environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degreeExperience in a global consulting, professional services, or similarly dynamic environment.Professional certifications such as Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), Senior Leader of Corporate Real Estate (SLCR), Facility Management Professional (FMP), or LEED AP are a plus.

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Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

 

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. 

 

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.  

 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$143,041.00 - $243,170.00

Reston, VA (VA30)