Senior Project Manager, PDS Projects

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people  and empowering them to  thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   

At JLL, we value what makes you unique, and we’re committed to giving you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success. Explore opportunities to advance your career from within, whether you’re looking to move up, broaden your experience or deepen your expertise. 

As a Senior Project Manager at JLL, you will hold a critical position within our PacWest Team and will be directly responsible for leading and delivering challenging projects for a financial services client. You will utilize your expertise and skills to oversee projects and ensure the successful delivery of Corporate Interior projects ranging in size from $1M to $30M+. Your strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in project management will be instrumental in driving project success. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage and oversee all PHASES / aspects of projects, including strategy, programming, design, schedule, entitlements, bidding, procurement, permitting, execution and close out.
• Develop high level estimates and schedules as part of the overall strategy and business case. – incorporating benchmarking tools & vendor quotes – General Contractor costs, Design, AV, IT, Security, FFE, Move Management
• Prepare project updates, identifying and communicating risks early, while providing solutions to meet client driven schedule and budget.
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. 
• Proficient at reading construction plans, finding potential areas of concern or hidden costs prior to GC contract execution in some cases.

RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT | CLIENT SERVICE

• Maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders [location strategy, program managers, global real estate managers, etc.]
• Insure leadership is fully and accurately informed of all project issues.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders and vendors.
• Monitor and manage vendor and project team performance to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, regulatory entities, and client expectations.
• Conduct meetings across timezones with key stakeholders and vendor

PROJECT EXECUTION

• Act as the primary contact with the client throughout the duration of the project; programming through construction close out.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables, ensuring they are aligned with clients' goals and expectations.
• Develop Master Project schedules and manage project performance against schedules, scheduled milestones and critical path items on multiple projects.
• Develop a detailed project budget based on historical and market data and clearly defined set of budget assumptions.
• Guide the client and team through the design implementation process including conceptual, schematic, design development, construction documentation and signoff.
• Facilitate initiation of all critical project meetings and coordination exercises with internal staff, key stakeholders and external users to ensure responsibilities are efficiently, accurately and effectively communicated and understood by all concerned.
• Coordinate any necessary due diligence efforts on behalf of the internal team, project partners, clients and/or end users, maintaining and delivering all appropriate documentation.
• Prepare RFP’s needed for design and contractor services as well as manage the overall vendor selection process.
• Develop and implement project management strategies and methodologies, leveraging more innovative ways of working to enhance efficiency and productivity while delivering a successful project.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in a related field: Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, etc. (PREFERRED)
• 7-15 years of experience in project management, preferably in Corporate Interiors (REQUIRED)
• Experience in managing complex high end / high touch Corporate Interior projects (PREFERRED)
• Experience in managing multiple diverse types of Corporate Interiors projects, varying from $1M to $30M+ in size (REQUIRED)
• Ability to manage 5-10 projects at a time 
• Firm knowledge of construction, architecture, or commercial real estate industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from inception to completion. 
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. 
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.  
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. 
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products and quantity-take off software Blubeam

Estimated total compensation for this position:

The total compensation range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on an applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data .

Location:

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

JLL Privacy Notice

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.

For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement.

For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.

For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at accomodationrequest@am.jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.

Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

California Residents only

If you are a California resident as defined in the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) please view our Supplemental Privacy Statement which describes your rights and disclosures about your personal information. If you are viewing this on a mobile device you may want to view the CCPA version on a larger device.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.