Senior Construction Project Manager

JLL•Tucson, AZ

1d•Hybrid

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. This role serves as the primary project management delivery lead for a major corporate real estate account, overseeing capital planning, program development, and multi-project execution. You'll be responsible for managing complex construction and development projects from concept through completion, leading cross-functional teams, and maintaining strategic client relationships. This position requires a strong combination of technical project management expertise, financial acumen, and leadership skills to deliver superior results across a national platform while ensuring best practices and risk mitigation throughout all project phases.

Requirements

7-10 years of practical experience in project administration and corporate real estate project management
Proven experience leading and running numerous projects simultaneously, including ground-up developments, major re-development projects, and corporate interiors
Strong working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, budgeting, scheduling, and processes as they relate to corporate real estate
Experience working with landlords, developers, and institutional owners throughout the project lifecycle
Knowledge and ability to read and understand design development and construction documents
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with professional presence and strong computer literacy
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret commercial leases, supporting lease review and providing valuable input on Work Letters and lease exhibits
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Project software, with demonstrated competency in PDS technology applications
Strong analytical and organizational skills with business development interest and capability
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Business, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management strongly preferred
Ability to develop and cultivate business relationships with existing and prospective clients
Ability to lead individuals across a national platform to deliver superior client service results
Flexibility with work hours and travel (US and/or Canada) as needed
Ability to work in a hybrid model with three days in the downtown Los Angeles location (subject to change)
Compliance with all JLL policies and procedures, including ethics, business practices, and HR policies
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Secured environment experience or aerospace/defense contractor experience is a significant advantage
Experience with space programming and development of schematic drawings
Understanding of risk and compliance concepts related to construction, including JLL playbook management and client risk mitigation
Active presence in industry organizations and attendance at industry events
Track record of establishing and refining best practices and standards of excellence
Experience in account team oversight including recruiting and managing talent

Responsibilities

Leading overall project management delivery and supporting capital plan development with program scope definition and resource allocation
Developing comprehensive project budgets encompassing hard costs, soft costs, and construction cost/benefit analysis while driving cost savings initiatives through negotiation and value engineering
Providing technical support across the project lifecycle including budgeting, scheduling, site improvements, entitlements and permits, consultant/contractor selection, and design team management
Mining, creating, tracking, and monitoring meaningful data metrics, KPIs, and analysis to inform decision-making and demonstrate project performance
Assembling and managing cross-functional teams of consultants and contractors while evaluating performance and providing intelligent bid leveling
Maintaining strategic client relationships, conducting periodic account calls, and managing conflict resolution to ensure satisfaction and project success
Ensuring accurate accounts receivable management to maintain working capital within corporate finance parameters
Providing on-site supervision to ensure project performance criteria are met and identifying areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk
Training and developing JLL team members in firm and client procedures, methodology, and best practices expected for successful project implementation