Senior Capital Planning Manager (Construction)

JLL • Los Angeles, CA

13d • $135,000 - $165,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

JLL is seeking an experienced Capital Planning Senior Manager to join the Amgen account team within JLL's Project & Development Services organization. The role supports the Project Management team responsible for capital planning and execution of small capital projects in a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The manager leads Engineering Service Requests (ESRs) from concept through client-approved budget and schedule, then hands them off to the execution team through the PIF process. This is a strategic, client-facing role at the intersection of life sciences facilities engineering, capital planning, and relationship management. The position reports to the Capital Planning Director and manages a small team that includes a Capital Planning Manager, Estimator, and Reliability Estimate. The position is hybrid in Thousand Oaks, California, with locations also listed as on-site in Los Angeles and Thousand Oaks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of project and facility experience in large engineering or architectural organizations.
• 5+ years in capital planning, lifecycle asset management, or a similar role.
• Experience with multi-site, multi-building campuses and complex building systems.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical distribution, compressed air/central plant, and laboratory/manufacturing equipment.
• Proficiency with Excel, Smartsheets, Maximo, VFA, Power BI, eBuilder, Adaptive Work, Ingenious Build, E1, and MS Office/Project.
• Strong financial analysis skills.
• People management experience and the ability to lead and develop a small technical team.
• Strategic thinking and analytical rigor in translating technical detail into business recommendations.
• Client focus and the ability to anticipate needs and proactively manage expectations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical and executive audiences.
• Strong organizational skills for managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative approach across JLL and client teams, functions, and leadership.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Pharmaceutical or life sciences experience, strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of GMP and validation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead ESR development end to end, including scope definition, budget estimation, schedule development, and risk analysis.
• Develop business case reports with ROI analysis, present them to client stakeholders, and drive approval and funding.
• Hand off approved ESRs to the execution team through project initiation, ensuring documentation and expectations are clear.
• Support annual, 12-month, and 3–5-year rolling capital plans and prioritize the ESR database using risk and business-driver data.
• Perform ROI analysis, cash flow modeling, and feasibility studies; support budgets and manage multiple vendors.
• Develop scopes of work and budgets for infrastructure and lifecycle projects, including electrical, mechanical, laboratory equipment, fire/life safety, and building envelope projects.
• Serve as the client's strategic advisor, build relationships across all levels, and proactively resolve conflicts.
• Identify additional project opportunities within the account to grow JLL's footprint.
• Deliver executive reporting and dashboards on asset performance and capital investment needs using Power BI, PowerPoint, and Azara.
• Ensure activities meet GMP/FDA regulatory requirements and audit-readiness standards.
• Support the GLAM Program as needed.
• Manage and develop a small technical team.

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 a comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

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