Senior Project Manager/ Team Lead Retail Construction

JLL•Chicago, IL

9d•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. Central Team Lead - Retail Find your next move at JLL and build a fulfilling career. At JLL, we value what makes you unique, and we’re committed to give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success. Explore opportunities to advance your career from within, whether you’re looking to move up, broaden your experience or deepen your expertise. The Central Team Lead will be responsible to oversee a Retail Interiors team for a financial services client. The ideal candidate will have experience in real estate/construction project management and managing a team of 4-6 Project Managers and Project Coordinators that execute projects ranging in size from $100k to $50M+. They will provide leadership, direction, and strategic guidance to the team while ensuring client satisfaction and compliance with contractual requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Real Estate, Construction Management, Engineering, Business, etc.).
Minimum of 15-20 years leading projects within complex high rise/urban real estate assets, with a focus on corporate interior scopes of work
Strong working knowledge of architectural drawings, mechanical drawings, electrical drawings, plumbing drawings, building components, infrastructure systems, and base building utilities.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and grow a team of professionals.
Previous experience effectively supervising, training, mentoring, and evaluating several project managers at various levels within the organization or team.
A strong working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, budgeting, scheduling, and process as they relate to corporate real estate
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Extensive knowledge of MS Office applications and MS Project.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive client relationships.
Solid understanding of project management methodologies, procedures, and practices.
Ability to make independent judgments and decisions.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Team Management:
Attract, retain, develop, and manage a team of professionals for a client-specific region.
Provide leadership and direction across teams.
Demonstrates high energy for the business, ability to energize others, act decisively and the willingness to make tough decisions.
Ensure training and development of team members of the clients procedures, methodology, and practices.
Client Relationship Management:
Manage the relationship with key stakeholders.
Insure leadership is fully and accurately informed of all project issues.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders and vendors.
Monitor and manage project team and vendor performances to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, regulatory entities, and client expectations.
Project Execution:
Oversee project implementation and execution through completion of construction.
Provide strategic direction and ensure timely and accurate execution of project deliverables of the team.
Recommend, establish, or refine best practices and standards of excellence.
Make independent judgments related to operating procedures impacting assigned projects.
Extensive experience in RFP development and contract negotiation
Ability to identify and address areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk (fee, our reputation, errors, and omissions, etc.)