Project Manager, Labs

JLL•Mountain View, CA

2d•Onsite

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. What this job involves: Lead strategic infrastructure excellence as a Project Manager with JLL, where you'll lead strategic and cross-functional infrastructure improvement projects and end-to-end project delivery including alignment of concepts in terms of scope, time, and cost deliverable development to ensure project goals are met. You'll manage the design, permitting, and construction of projects through the use of established processes, experience, and expertise while partnering closely with Client's Technical Services Team and stakeholders to optimize process, procedure, and project delivery. This role positions you as a strategic leader in infrastructure project delivery, where your expertise in project management, technical coordination, and stakeholder leadership will directly impact project success and client satisfaction. Your contributions will support JLL's project management excellence while you develop ROM level project estimates for funding approval, select and manage project teams including subcontractors and consultants, conduct value engineering based on Client Basis of Design, lead project teams to investigate and implement energy and carbon related projects, and continually seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships. What your day-to-day will look like: Project Planning & Execution: Plan, execute, monitor, control, and close projects while preparing agendas, developing and maintaining master project schedules and budgets for each project and project phase, ensuring project plan, scope, work structure, schedule, and budget are maintained by all involved parties Team Leadership & Vendor Management: Select and manage project team and resources including subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and partners through bidding and vendor selection process while playing critical leadership, coordination, and communication role with all stakeholders Project Monitoring & Site Management: Regularly monitor progress of all projects by completing site visits, tracking procurement activities, and reviewing contractor performance while conducting project meetings, tracking deliverables, and coordinating project updates and drawing reviews at all project phases Financial & Contract Management: Develop ROM level project estimates for funding approval based on project program documents, review and approve requisitions, change orders, and invoices associated with projects while overseeing document preparation including contracts, close-outs, and punch lists Technical Infrastructure Leadership: Lead project teams to investigate, develop, and implement energy and carbon related projects (solar PV, energy storage, LED lighting retrofits, HVAC, BMS, water fixture and meter retrofits, electrification) while understanding system architecture of HVAC and Renewable Systems Quality & Compliance Management: Adhere to Client and JLL policies and procedures, obtain necessary approvals, understand local permitting processes, work with local building officials to obtain permits and approvals while conducting value engineering based on Client Basis of Design and industry benchmarking Client Relationship & Strategic Support: Partner closely with Client's Technical Services Team to optimize process and project delivery, manage day-to-day client experience and expectations, continually seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction, recommend and assist with internal program and process improvements

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related discipline or combination of relevant education, training, and experience deemed equivalent with 5+ years of project or construction management experience
3+ years experience managing technical infrastructure with respect to MEPSF systems preferred demonstrating understanding of system architecture to identify project requirements including structural, electrical, and mechanical requirements
Solid understanding of construction industry, terminology, codes, documentation, and design disciplines with ability to conduct value engineering and understand local permitting processes
Strong proficiency with computer applications including Google Suite and proficiency with project management tools such as Clarizen and Procore demonstrating capability to manage complex project workflows
Strong organization with proven leadership and interpersonal skills, excellent oral and written communication skills including presentation skills, and proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service
Willing and able to travel as needed with on-site client-facing position requiring ability to work from office or site location, detail oriented and thorough with ability to perform duties under deadline pressure in fast-paced, high-volume environment
Ability to plan, execute, monitor, control, and close projects while preparing agendas, maintaining schedules and budgets, selecting and managing project teams, and providing timely accurate project status reporting

Nice To Haves

Certification in PE, AIA, LEED, or CMAA considered an asset with PMP certification or ability to pursue demonstrating commitment to professional excellence and project management best practices
Advanced experience with energy and carbon related projects including renewable energy systems, energy storage, building electrification, or sustainability initiatives demonstrating understanding of emerging technologies and decarbonization strategies
Experience managing large-scale, complex infrastructure projects with multiple stakeholders, extensive budgets, and compressed timelines demonstrating capability to deliver under challenging conditions
Deep understanding of MEPSF systems design, construction sequencing, and commissioning processes with ability to review technical drawings and specifications ensuring design intent alignment with construction execution
Proven track record conducting value engineering exercises, optimizing project costs while maintaining quality standards, and implementing cost-effective solutions that align with client objectives
Experience recommending and implementing internal program and process improvements, strategic planning initiatives, or operational efficiency enhancements that demonstrate capability to optimize project delivery

Responsibilities

Plan, execute, monitor, control, and close projects while preparing agendas, developing and maintaining master project schedules and budgets for each project and project phase, ensuring project plan, scope, work structure, schedule, and budget are maintained by all involved parties
Select and manage project team and resources including subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and partners through bidding and vendor selection process while playing critical leadership, coordination, and communication role with all stakeholders
Regularly monitor progress of all projects by completing site visits, tracking procurement activities, and reviewing contractor performance while conducting project meetings, tracking deliverables, and coordinating project updates and drawing reviews at all project phases
Develop ROM level project estimates for funding approval based on project program documents, review and approve requisitions, change orders, and invoices associated with projects while overseeing document preparation including contracts, close-outs, and punch lists
Lead project teams to investigate, develop, and implement energy and carbon related projects (solar PV, energy storage, LED lighting retrofits, HVAC, BMS, water fixture and meter retrofits, electrification) while understanding system architecture of HVAC and Renewable Systems
Adhere to Client and JLL policies and procedures, obtain necessary approvals, understand local permitting processes, work with local building officials to obtain permits and approvals while conducting value engineering based on Client Basis of Design and industry benchmarking
Partner closely with Client's Technical Services Team to optimize process and project delivery, manage day-to-day client experience and expectations, continually seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction, recommend and assist with internal program and process improvements