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Director of Leasing jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers willing to file PERM labor certification, followed by an I-140 petition and adjustment of status or consular processing. Most roles qualify under EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals or EB-3 for experienced leasing specialists, leading to lawful permanent residency.
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Department of Facilities, Operations, and Auxiliary Enterprise
Position Summary:
The Director of Real Estate and Leasing, within the Department of Facilities, Operations, and Auxiliary Enterprises, provides strategic leadership and oversight of the real estate portfolio supporting UTHealth Houston and UT Physicians. As UTHealth Houston continues to expand its clinical enterprise and presence throughout the Houston area and beyond, this newly established role will play a key part in advancing real estate strategies that support organizational growth, operational priorities, and financial objectives.
The Director leads real estate planning and transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, lease negotiations, renewals, expansions, development opportunities, portfolio planning, and asset performance. The role also supports clinical expansion by identifying and evaluating real estate opportunities aligned with evolving organizational and operational needs.
Serving as a strategic partner to executive leadership and key stakeholders, the Director collaborates across legal, finance, clinical and operational teams, property management, and external real estate partners to drive informed decision-making and successful execution of real estate initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative and experienced real estate leader with expertise in lease management, negotiations, portfolio strategy, and stakeholder engagement. The Director will also lead and mentor a team, sharing expertise and fostering accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
Position Key Accountabilities:
- Directs negotiations for external leases, renewals, amendments, expansions, terminations, and related transactions with property owners, landlords, developers, and brokerage firms. Ensures transactions align with institutional priorities, expansion plans, and approved financial parameters.
- Identifies and evaluates real estate opportunities; leads due diligence; and negotiates purchase, sale, and lease agreements that support institutional priorities, expansion plans, and long-term growth objectives.
- Partners with executive leadership and key stakeholders to align real estate strategy, leasing activity, and portfolio planning with the University's operational, financial, and long-term business goals.
- Manages the organization's real estate assets by monitoring critical lease dates, compliance requirements, financial performance, and space utilization to optimize portfolio value and operational effectiveness.
- Collaborates with legal, finance, clinical departments, operations, property management teams, and brokerage partners to support sound real estate decisions, timely transaction execution, and alignment with institutional objectives.
- Manages Human Resources activities for direct reports in regards to: recruiting and selection; hiring and termination, training, development, mentoring, counseling, performance evaluations, and salary planning.
- Responsible for the design, execution and effectiveness of a system of internal controls which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded; financial information is reliable and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills:
- Interpersonal, technical, and writing skills.
- Extensive knowledge of parking management and revenue control systems.
- Ability to structure, negotiate, and execute complex commercial lease agreements and related real estate transactions.
- Ability to analyze market data, evaluate property valuations, review financial models, and assess the business impact of real estate decisions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to operate a state vehicle in accordance with institutional policies and applicable driver clearance requirements.
- Work may involve handling biohazardous, chemical, and radiological materials, as well as operating associated equipment. Required safety training and appropriate engineering and administrative controls including the use of personal protective equipment must be followed.
- Driver License (DL) by State of Texas required
- Real Estate Sales Agent by Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) preferred
- Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) preferred
- Certified Retail Real Estate Professional (CRRP) preferred
- Comparable Real Estate Credential preferred
Minimum Education:
Bachelor's Degree of Business Administration, real estate, finance, urban planning, or a related field required. Master's Degree of Business Administration, real estate, finance, urban planning, or a related field preferred.
Minimum Experience:
7 years of progressively responsible experience in commercial real estate, leasing, portfolio management, site selection, acquisitions, and related real estate operations required. Experience supporting healthcare, higher education, academic medical center, or other complex multi-site organizational environments preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
The Director of Real Estate and Leasing
Department of Facilities, Operations, and Auxiliary Enterprise
Position Summary:
The Director of Real Estate and Leasing, within the Department of Facilities, Operations, and Auxiliary Enterprises, provides strategic leadership and oversight of the real estate portfolio supporting UTHealth Houston and UT Physicians. As UTHealth Houston continues to expand its clinical enterprise and presence throughout the Houston area and beyond, this newly established role will play a key part in advancing real estate strategies that support organizational growth, operational priorities, and financial objectives.
The Director leads real estate planning and transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, lease negotiations, renewals, expansions, development opportunities, portfolio planning, and asset performance. The role also supports clinical expansion by identifying and evaluating real estate opportunities aligned with evolving organizational and operational needs.
Serving as a strategic partner to executive leadership and key stakeholders, the Director collaborates across legal, finance, clinical and operational teams, property management, and external real estate partners to drive informed decision-making and successful execution of real estate initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative and experienced real estate leader with expertise in lease management, negotiations, portfolio strategy, and stakeholder engagement. The Director will also lead and mentor a team, sharing expertise and fostering accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
Position Key Accountabilities:
- Directs negotiations for external leases, renewals, amendments, expansions, terminations, and related transactions with property owners, landlords, developers, and brokerage firms. Ensures transactions align with institutional priorities, expansion plans, and approved financial parameters.
- Identifies and evaluates real estate opportunities; leads due diligence; and negotiates purchase, sale, and lease agreements that support institutional priorities, expansion plans, and long-term growth objectives.
- Partners with executive leadership and key stakeholders to align real estate strategy, leasing activity, and portfolio planning with the University's operational, financial, and long-term business goals.
- Manages the organization's real estate assets by monitoring critical lease dates, compliance requirements, financial performance, and space utilization to optimize portfolio value and operational effectiveness.
- Collaborates with legal, finance, clinical departments, operations, property management teams, and brokerage partners to support sound real estate decisions, timely transaction execution, and alignment with institutional objectives.
- Manages Human Resources activities for direct reports in regards to: recruiting and selection; hiring and termination, training, development, mentoring, counseling, performance evaluations, and salary planning.
- Responsible for the design, execution and effectiveness of a system of internal controls which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded; financial information is reliable and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills:
- Interpersonal, technical, and writing skills.
- Extensive knowledge of parking management and revenue control systems.
- Ability to structure, negotiate, and execute complex commercial lease agreements and related real estate transactions.
- Ability to analyze market data, evaluate property valuations, review financial models, and assess the business impact of real estate decisions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to operate a state vehicle in accordance with institutional policies and applicable driver clearance requirements.
- Work may involve handling biohazardous, chemical, and radiological materials, as well as operating associated equipment. Required safety training and appropriate engineering and administrative controls including the use of personal protective equipment must be followed.
- Driver License (DL) by State of Texas required
- Real Estate Sales Agent by Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) preferred
- Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) preferred
- Certified Retail Real Estate Professional (CRRP) preferred
- Comparable Real Estate Credential preferred
Minimum Education:
Bachelor's Degree of Business Administration, real estate, finance, urban planning, or a related field required. Master's Degree of Business Administration, real estate, finance, urban planning, or a related field preferred.
Minimum Experience:
7 years of progressively responsible experience in commercial real estate, leasing, portfolio management, site selection, acquisitions, and related real estate operations required. Experience supporting healthcare, higher education, academic medical center, or other complex multi-site organizational environments preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Director of Leasing
Document your leasing credentials strategically
Gather performance records showing lease-up rates, occupancy targets met, and portfolio size managed. PERM requires your employer to demonstrate you meet the job's minimum requirements, so having quantified evidence of your leasing experience ready speeds the internal HR evaluation.
Target developers with large multifamily or commercial portfolios
Property management companies and REITs overseeing large residential or commercial portfolios file PERM more routinely than smaller ownership groups. Prioritize employers managing diverse, multi-state assets, as their legal teams typically have established green card workflows for director-level hires.
Search Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history for leasing and real estate management roles. Targeting companies that have already completed PERM filings for similar positions reduces your time to offer significantly.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Run the Director of Leasing SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating salary. Your offered wage must meet or exceed DOL's prevailing wage at the appropriate experience level, and a mismatch discovered late can delay PERM certification or require a new wage determination.
Clarify whether EB-2 or EB-3 applies to your profile
If your role requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive leasing experience, you likely qualify for EB-2, which can shorten wait times for nationals of lower-backlog countries. Confirm your classification with your sponsoring employer's immigration counsel before the I-140 is filed.
Understand AC21 portability before the I-485 stage
Once your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending 180 days, AC21 portability lets you change to a same or similar occupational role without restarting the process. Negotiating this flexibility into an offer is especially relevant for Director of Leasing candidates mid-pipeline.
Green Card Director of Leasing: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category fits a Director of Leasing role?
Most Director of Leasing positions qualify under EB-2 if they require a master's degree or a bachelor's degree combined with at least five years of progressive leasing or property management experience. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree or at least two years of skilled experience. Your employer's immigration attorney will confirm the category when drafting the PERM job description.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency, not a temporary status. The process involves PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, then adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean nationals from high-demand countries such as India or China may face extended priority-date backlogs before the final step can be completed.
What does the PERM recruitment test require for a leasing director position?
PERM requires your employer to conduct a bona fide recruitment effort to test whether qualified U.S. workers are available. For a Director of Leasing, this typically includes job posting on approved platforms, a Sunday newspaper ad, and three additional recruitment steps defined by DOL. The employer must document all responses and demonstrate that no minimally qualified U.S. applicant was rejected for unlawful reasons before filing the PERM application.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for Director of Leasing roles?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Focusing your search on property management companies and real estate investment trusts that have previously filed PERM for leasing management positions gives you a realistic pipeline of employers already familiar with the process, reducing negotiation friction at the offer stage.
Can I keep my priority date if I change employers as a Director of Leasing mid-process?
Yes, in two scenarios. If your original I-140 was approved, a new employer can file a fresh I-140 and request to retain your existing priority date. Separately, if your I-485 has been pending at least 180 days, AC21 portability lets you transfer to the same or a similar occupational role without restarting. Both rules apply to Director of Leasing given its clear SOC classification within real estate and leasing management.