Vice President, Project Management, Real Estate Japan

Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future.

Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Vice President, Facilities Engineering & Asset Enhancement will play a critical role in maximizing the value of GLP's operating logistics portfolio across Japan.

Reporting to the Head of Project Management, this individual will lead technical and engineering initiatives across more than 170 logistics facilities, driving asset enhancement programs, capital improvement projects, customer-driven technical solutions, ESG initiatives, and business continuity planning.

The ideal candidate combines strong architectural and engineering expertise with strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and a passion for delivering innovative solutions that improve asset performance and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Asset Operations & Capital Projects

• Lead the planning, budgeting, procurement, and execution of repair, renewal, and capital improvement projects across GLP's operating portfolio.
• Develop and implement asset enhancement and value-add initiatives that improve property competitiveness and long-term returns.
• Oversee project delivery, quality, cost control, and schedule management while coordinating with contractors, consultants, and property teams.
• Support leasing activities through technical consultation related to tenant fit-outs, move-ins/move-outs, logistics automation, and building infrastructure.

Strategic Asset Enhancement

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, building performance, and customer experience.
• Develop renovation and repositioning strategies for existing assets.
• Provide technical leadership for sustainability, energy efficiency, and ESG-related programs.
• Drive portfolio-wide initiatives that enhance resilience, operational excellence, and lifecycle asset performance.

Acquisitions & Due Diligence

• Conduct technical due diligence for acquisitions and investment opportunities.
• Evaluate building conditions, capital expenditure requirements, and asset improvement potential.
• Develop technical recommendations and investment cases for renovation and repositioning opportunities.

Risk Management & Sustainability

• Lead initiatives related to Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and disaster preparedness.
• Develop strategies addressing environmental sustainability, energy optimization, and regulatory compliance.
• Support the implementation of ESG initiatives that strengthen portfolio performance and stakeholder value.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner closely with Asset Management, Leasing, Development, Property Management, and Investment teams.
• Manage relationships with external consultants, contractors, engineering firms, and key customers.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership across the organization.
• Contribute to broader development and project management initiatives as business needs evolve.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Significant experience managing building construction, engineering, renovation, or facility improvement projects.
• Strong understanding of building systems, construction processes, and asset lifecycle management.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders and external service providers.
• Proven ability to lead projects independently from planning through execution.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred

• Experience in logistics, industrial, commercial, warehouse, or large-scale real estate assets.
• Background with a general contractor, construction management firm, architectural/design firm, property owner, or real estate developer.
• Experience conducting technical due diligence for acquisitions or investment projects.
• Knowledge of sustainability, ESG, energy management, and resilience planning.
• Professional certifications in architecture, engineering, or project management are highly valued.
• Business-level Japanese; English proficiency is an advantage.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

Shape One of Japan's Largest Logistics Portfolios

Influence the performance and evolution of more than 170 logistics assets while supporting some of the world's most sophisticated customers.

Drive Innovation

Work on initiatives involving logistics automation, advanced building technologies, sustainability programs, and next-generation industrial facilities.

Broaden Your Leadership Impact

Collaborate across development, investment, asset management, leasing, and operations functions, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of real estate investment and development.

Create Meaningful Value

Operate from the owner's perspective, where your decisions directly influence asset performance, customer satisfaction, and long-term investment returns.

Preferred Candidate Profile

We are looking for a proactive and solutions-oriented leader who:

• Takes ownership and drives initiatives independently.
• Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates strong commercial awareness alongside technical expertise.
• Communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement and executes with urgency.
• Is motivated by creating long-term value through innovation and operational excellence.

Reporting Relationships

There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.