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Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Vice President (VP) of Corporate Real Estate Project and Program Management to lead and oversee the execution of large-scale renovations, construction projects, and strategic initiatives across 7-10 million square feet of corporate-owned properties. Based in the Charlotte, NC market, the VP will drive excellence in project delivery, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

**Strategic Leadership:** Develop and execute the overall strategy for corporate real estate project and program management, ensuring alignment with the company’s long-term goals and vision.

**Project & Program Oversight:** Lead and manage all large-scale property renovations and construction projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget.

**External Vendor Management:** Oversee and manage relationships with external project management firms, ensuring they deliver high-quality services and adhere to established standards. Likewise, develop partner programs for major trades involved in projects, including general contractors, architects, engineers, furniture vendors, flooring suppliers, and other project-specific firms. Ensure seamless integration across disciplines to meet project objectives.

**Budget Management** : Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance, maintaining strict adherence to financial guidelines.

**Stakeholder Integration & Engagement:** Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Transaction Management, Lease Admin, Security, IT, etc), external contractors, and vendors to ensure effective communication and coordination across all project phases.

**Risk Management:** Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring compliance with safety standards, regulations, and company policies.

**Reporting and Analytics:** Establish performance metrics, dashboards, and reporting systems to track progress and inform decision-making.

**Process & Change Management:** Develop, own and monitor all project management playbooks and procedures. Demonstrate quality of work through stated KPIs and SLAs.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or industry certification preferred (ex: Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field)

15+ years of experience in corporate real estate project and program management, with a focus on large-scale renovations and construction. Proven ability to identify, implement, and manage outsourcing strategies for non-core services.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse teams and drive performance.

Demonstrated experience managing external project management firms and coordinating with major trades such as general contractors, architects, furniture suppliers, and other key vendors.

Exceptional project management capabilities, including budget control and risk mitigation.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in and/or experience with new implementation of project management software and reporting tools.

Excellence in capital plan development and execution with robust reporting to internal partners and executive management.

Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

About Us

First Horizon Corporation is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at www.FirstHorizon.com (https://urldefense.com/v3/\_\_https:/www.firsthorizon.com/\_\_;!!Cz2fjcuE!hpq9hPnrucZCPIAVPojVESItIq-FPzhurNdCrQ3JE8Rkx3gMd70nIk6\_kmPxl66\_oJCEsXs0gNunPowMAMHCmBYPOtUxUGI$) .

Benefit Highlights

• Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision

• HSA with company match

• Maternity and parental leave

• Tuition reimbursement

• Mentor program

• 401(k) with 6% match

• More -- FirstHorizon.com/First-Horizon-National-Corporation/Careers/Our-Benefits

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