Senior Project Manager

JLL•Chicago, IL

7d•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. What this job involves The Senior Project Manager directs project management services on assigned JLL client projects, regions, and practices while providing superior client service. This role oversees project implementation and execution through construction completion, managing projects up to 25,000 RSF with potential responsibility for projects up to 75,000 RSF. The position includes managing small ground-up projects encompassing programming, design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, and construction management, as well as overseeing capital improvement and asset preservation programs at multiple sites. The successful candidate will develop project budgets including hard and soft costs, manage consultant and contractor teams, maintain client relationships, and provide on-site supervision to ensure project performance criteria are met. This role also involves business development activities, training JLL team members, and identifying areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent
7-15 years of experience in project management, preferably in Corporate Interiors
Experience in managing multiple diverse types of Corporate Interiors projects, varying from $1M to $50M
Experience managing remote teams and coordinating across multiple locations
Firm knowledge of construction, architecture, or commercial real estate industry
Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from inception to completion
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
Excellent organizational and time management abilities to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Project
Proficiency with Google Applications
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Strong preference to possess a LEED, AIA, PE, PMP
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification
AIA (American Institute of Architects) professional membership or credentials
PE (Professional Engineer) license
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee all aspects of projects, including programming, design, schedule, entitlements, bidding, permitting, execution and close out.
Efficient at reading construction plans, finding potential areas of concern or hidden costs prior to GC contract execution in some cases.
Prepare weekly detailed review of project workload, identifying and communicating risks early, while providing solutions to meet client driven schedule and budget.
Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
Serve as an experienced resource and lead by example on a larger PM team with various skill levels. Delegate regional tasks, assist with issue resolution, and aid the development and skills of the collective team.
Maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders.
Ensure leadership is fully and accurately informed of all project issues.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders and vendors.
Monitor and manage vendor and project team performance to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, regulatory entities, and client expectations.
Act as the primary senior level contact with the client throughout the duration of the project; programming through construction close out.
Collaborate with various stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables, ensuring they are aligned with clients' goals and expectations.
Develop Master Project schedules and manage project performance against schedules, scheduled milestones and critical path items on multiple projects.
Develop a detailed project budget based on historical and market data and clearly defined set of budget assumptions.
Guide the client and team through the design implementation process including conceptual, schematic, design development, construction documentation and signoff.
Facilitate initiation of all critical project meetings and coordination exercises with internal staff, key stakeholders and external users to ensure responsibilities are efficiently, accurately and effectively communicated and understood by all concerned.
Coordinate any necessary due diligence efforts on behalf of the internal team, project partners, clients and/or end users, maintaining and delivering all appropriate documentation.
Prepare RFP’s needed for design and contractor services as well as manage the overall vendor selection process.