Senior Construction Manager
About The Position
JLL is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join its Retail Program Management Team within the Project and Development Services team. The role supports the management of new-store and remodel construction projects across North America. The Senior Project Manager will manage retail projects, lead Retail Project Managers and/or work directly with senior-level clients and stakeholders. The position focuses on delivering high-quality retail stores on time and under budget while creating value, contributing ideas, and improving processes. Restaurant project or construction management experience is preferred. The role is remote, based in Dallas, Texas, and involves approximately 50% travel as needed. Flexibility with work hours is required. Visa sponsorship is not provided; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Expected compensation is $90,000–$115,000 per year. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is identified.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
- 7–12 years of relevant work experience.
- Deep retail construction management experience.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
- Flexibility with work hours and travel as needed; travel is approximately 50%.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and manage priorities.
- Ability to multitask and work both as part of a team and independently.
- Outstanding verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with architects, contractors, client representatives, and team members.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; visa sponsorship is not provided.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in restaurant project management or construction management.
Responsibilities
- Work directly with the team lead and client on program best practices and delivery.
- Deliver renovation projects and monitor the delivery of new stores by other team members.
- Engage the client early in the design process.
- Manage Owner Supplied Material orders and tracking.
- Control project schedules and align stakeholders.
- Maintain an accurate, up-to-date Anticipated Costs Report and project financial tracking.
- Lead weekly program calls for all active projects.
- Participate in project-specific calls and meetings with project teams.
- Track value-add initiatives, innovation, and changes.
- Support the client with organizational and process design.
- Bring innovation, leadership, and inspiration to the team’s work.
- Provide input into resource allocation and budget utilization.
- Mentor JLL and client employees to support a unified delivery process.
- Use sound judgment to adjust course when necessary to accommodate stakeholder practices.
- Comply with JLL policies and procedures, including ethics and business practices.
- Assist the Local PDS team in meeting Adjusted Gross Margin targets at regional and national levels, as determined annually by the Management Executive Committee.
- Perform other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
