About the Role
Shape the Future of Logistics Infrastructure. We are looking for a talented and entrepreneurial Project Manager to join our Project Management team and help deliver some of Japan's most innovative and large-scale logistics developments. This is an opportunity to work on landmark projects, including next-generation logistics hubs and large-scale mixed-use developments, from concept through completion. You will play a critical role in creating market-leading assets that support the evolving needs of customers, communities, and the broader supply chain ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Managing logistics development projects from planning through execution
- Developing project concepts and product strategies
- Leading the planning and delivery of logistics facilities and large-scale developments
- Managing project economics, business plans, and value creation initiatives
- Supporting land acquisition and development activities
- Driving procurement strategies and vendor selection processes
- Managing project schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications
- Coordinating closely with internal design, engineering, leasing, investment, and operations teams
- Building strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and development partners
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in real estate development, project management, development planning, investment projects, or related fields
- Experience managing project economics and business performance
- Ability to evaluate opportunities and enhance project value through innovative planning and execution
- Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills
- Experience working with contractors, consultants, or large external vendor networks
- Strong commercial mindset and ability to translate ideas into successful development projects
- Experience leading large-scale real estate developments
- Experience with mixed-use developments, urban development, or placemaking initiatives
- Exposure to logistics, industrial, infrastructure, data center, or commercial real estate projects
- Proven track record of delivering complex development projects from concept to completion
- Take ownership and drive projects forward
- Communicate clearly and influence a wide range of stakeholders
- Build trust and alignment across complex organizations
- Think strategically while remaining highly execution-focused
- Are energized by tackling ambitious and challenging projects
Skills
- Project Management
- Real Estate Development
- Development Planning
- Investment Projects
- Stakeholder Management
- Negotiation
- Procurement
- Budget Management
- Risk Management
- Commercial Mindset
Location
- Tokyo, Japan
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 3+ years
Benefits
- Work on Landmark Projects
- Exceptional Scale and Complexity
- Broad Career Opportunities
- Collaborative Environment
About the Company
- Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture.
- 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.
- Our Project Management team is responsible for the planning, development, and delivery of logistics facilities across Japan.
- Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the team oversees all aspects of development, including project strategy, product planning, procurement, cost management, and execution.
- With multiple projects underway at any given time and annual development investments exceeding hundreds of billions of yen, the team plays a central role in driving business growth and creating long-term value.
