Project Manager

JLL•Cranston, RI

40d•$110,000 - $130,000•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. The Industrial Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering industrial, manufacturing, or capital projects within scope, schedule, and cost targets. This role leads cross-functional teams, manages contractors and vendors, and ensures all projects meet operational, quality, and safety standards. Projects may include facility upgrades, equipment installations, process improvements, automation initiatives, and large-scale CAPEX deployments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required.
5–7+ years of industrial, manufacturing, construction, or CAPEX project management experience.
Proven success delivering projects involving equipment installation, facility upgrades, automation, or process improvements.
Experience leading multi-disciplinary technical teams.
Familiarity with EPC, design-build, or stage-gate project delivery methods.
Strong understanding of industrial processes, automation systems, and equipment.
Proficiency with MS Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent scheduling tools.
Experience with SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems.
Strong analytical, budgeting, and cost-control capabilities.
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced operational environments.
Effective leadership of contractors, technicians, vendors, and internal teams.
Must be able to wear PPE and perform field walks/inspections.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

PMP, CAPM, or equivalent.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
OSHA 30 or industry-specific safety training.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end project lifecycle using standard project management methodologies.
Define scope, requirements, success criteria, and deliverables.
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
Ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
Work with engineering teams to review drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
Coordinate installation, commissioning, and validation of industrial equipment.
Oversee construction and layout changes within manufacturing or industrial environments.
Manage vendor/OEM relationships, procurement, and contract negotiations.
Serve as primary project liaison between engineering, operations, finance, safety, and leadership teams.
Facilitate design reviews, project updates, and stakeholder alignment meetings.
Navigate operational constraints such as downtime scheduling and plant safety protocols.
Create detailed project budgets and capital requests.
Track project costs, forecasts, and variances through ERP systems.
Manage change orders, contracts, and vendor invoicing.
Maintain project documentation, stage-gate deliverables, and as-built records.
Provide executive-level reporting on progress, risks, milestones, and financials.
Capture lessons learned and implemented continuous improvement actions.