Project Manager - Mission Critical Facilities

JLL • Charlotte, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

JLL is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee construction and capital improvement projects at mission critical facilities in the Charlotte, North Carolina market. This onsite role combines project management fundamentals with specialized knowledge of mission critical environments, including hands-on experience with elevator modernization. The Project Manager will manage projects from initiation through closeout while upholding the operational continuity standards required in data center, healthcare, and other mission critical settings.

The role serves as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders and coordinates closely with facility engineering, security, and operations teams to keep critical environments running smoothly through every phase of construction. The Project Manager will deliver projects to high standards of quality, safety, and uptime. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least five years of project management experience within mission critical facilities, such as data centers, colocation sites, or healthcare environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing elevator modernization or capital elevator projects.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and vertical transportation systems.
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards, including ASME A17.1 for elevators.
• Comfort working onsite daily in a secure, access-controlled environment and availability for occasional off-hours work windows.
• Proficiency with project management software and tools such as Microsoft Project, Procore, or comparable platforms.
• Excellent communication, vendor management, and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Ability to walk construction sites, climb stairs and ladders, and work in mechanical rooms, equipment yards, and elevator shafts or pits as needed for inspections.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification.
• Prior experience specifically within colocation or hyperscale data center environments.
• Established relationships with elevator manufacturers or modernization contractors in the Charlotte market.
• Experience managing projects requiring coordination across multiple stakeholder groups in highly regulated or security-sensitive settings.
• A collaborative mindset and ability to thrive in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of capital projects, tenant improvements, and infrastructure upgrades within mission critical facilities while minimizing disruption to continuous operations.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and scopes of work across multiple concurrent projects.
• Coordinate with facility engineering teams, general contractors, and specialty subcontractors to maintain uptime requirements throughout construction.
• Manage elevator modernization projects, coordinating with elevator contractors and manufacturers and overseeing code-compliance upgrades.
• Manage equipment procurement lead times and sequence work to minimize impacts on building occupants and critical operations.
• Conduct regular site walks and inspections to monitor project progress and quality.
• Review and approve contractor invoices and change orders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders and provide status updates, risk assessments, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate with facility operations, security, and engineering staff to follow the heightened security and access protocols of mission critical sites.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
• Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level