Infrastructure Projects Director

JLL•Indianapolis, IN

7d•$170,000 - $190,000•Remote

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL 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. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Infrastructure Projects Director to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of infrastructure and mission critical projects. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to gather requirements, design solutions, and ensure the platform meets the needs of our corporate clients' office construction and renovation projects. Additionally, you will lead a team of construction project managers in executing infrastructure and mission critical projects while continuously improving the platform's functionality and user experience. By empowering teams through authentic communication and active listening, asking better questions to foster a people-centric environment that promotes growth and accountability, and leading by example you will create a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration where everyone feels valued and motivated to achieve their full potential.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field
Proven experience in construction project management, specifically within infrastructure and mission critical construction, tenant improvements, and workplace projects
Strong knowledge and experience working with construction project management platforms and office construction workflows
Minimum 7-10 years of experience in project management
Understanding of construction processes including design development, permitting, construction administration, and occupancy
Knowledge of real estate portfolio engineering standards, office building systems, and infrastructure and mission critical construction
Experience with office construction budgeting, scheduling, and quality control processes
Excellent leadership and team management skills with authentic communication and active listening
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to ask better questions that drive innovation
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with project stakeholders and vendors
Ability to multitask multiple projects and prioritize in fast-paced environments while maintaining focus on continuous improvement
Detail-oriented with focus on delivering high-quality results that exceed client expectations
Ability to lead construction teams by example and create collaborative environments where construction professionals feel valued and motivated
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of infrastructure and mission critical project management platform, ensuring it aligns with business objectives and meets client requirements.
Collaborate with various stakeholders, including facilities management and mission critical clients, construction project teams, architects, engineers, general contractors, and IT teams, to gather requirements and design effective solutions.
Oversee the platform's functionality for tracking construction schedules, budgets, permits, change orders, and quality control specific to office space projects, ensuring it is user-friendly and meets the needs of our corporate clients.
Master the matrix to combine local construction expertise with global corporate standards while streamlining office construction processes for maximum efficiency.
Lead a team of construction project managers specializing in infrastructure and mission critical projects, assigning projects, providing guidance on construction best practices, and ensuring successful execution of office build-outs and renovations.
Empower team members by asking better questions about construction challenges, space planning, and client requirements that foster growth and accountability in office construction project delivery.
Foster inclusion across diverse construction teams and cultures while being enthusiastic and showing genuine care for team development in office construction expertise.
Create a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration in office construction project management where everyone feels valued and motivated to achieve their full potential.
Ensure platform supports comprehensive infrastructure and mission critical construction project lifecycle management including pre-construction planning, design coordination, construction administration, and post-occupancy services.
Oversee platform capabilities for managing construction documentation, submittal reviews, RFIs, and punch list management specific to office environments.
Monitor platform integration with construction scheduling software, cost management tools, and office space planning applications.
Ensure platform compliance with building codes, accessibility standards, and client guidelines, and safety standards for infrastructure and mission critical projects.
Continuously improve the construction platform by identifying enhancements in construction workflows, evaluating new construction technologies, and implementing best practices for office space delivery.
Keep learning about emerging office construction trends, sustainable building practices, and smart office technologies to drive platform solutions that lead change.
Deliver on commitments by being intentional about construction project timelines, tenacious in quality delivery, and never settling for mediocre construction outcomes.
Make brave, data-driven decisions based on construction cost analysis, schedule optimization, and office space utilization metrics.
Provide training and support to construction project managers, architects, contractors, and end-users on infrastructure and mission critical project management platform features, ensuring smooth adoption.
Win together by building trust with construction stakeholders and challenging respectfully to debate and commit to infrastructure and mission critical construction platform improvements.
Empower others to make informed decisions quickly regarding project execution, vendor selection, and space planning optimization.
Monitor and report on construction project performance metrics including schedule adherence, budget variance, quality scores, and client satisfaction.
Stay up-to-date with office construction industry trends, emerging technologies, and infrastructure and mission critical project management best practices.
Simplify construction reporting processes by prioritizing critical construction metrics and providing clear direction to construction stakeholders.