Senior Project Manager, Sustainability Owner's Rep

JLL•Sunnyvale, CA
•$210,000 - $220,000•Onsite

About The Position

JLL is seeking a Senior Project Manager specializing in Sustainability Owner’s Representation to join its Sustainability Consulting team. The role leads and delivers challenging construction and sustainability projects, contributing to project budgets and schedules and overseeing project strategy and execution. The position focuses on client experience, practical solutions to conflicting priorities, project delivery, and client satisfaction through teamwork and relationship development. The position supports sustainability and environmental objectives across fit-outs, retrofits, building upgrades, energy and sustainability projects, and new developments. It provides technical leadership on design, construction, commissioning, MEP and BMS systems, sustainability strategies, and building systems performance. The Senior Project Manager also provides engineering quality assurance for capital projects, manages assigned project financials, and develops client relationships. The role is based onsite in Sunnyvale, California, with onsite visits to the client’s global offices upon request, approximately 25% of the time. The expected compensation is $210,000–$220,000 USD per year. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Requirements

  • Deep knowledge of design, construction, commissioning, MEP, and BMS systems in new buildings, retrofits, and construction.
  • Working knowledge of USGBC/GBCI/IWBI processes and procedures.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with executive-level internal and external clients.
  • Ability to develop and cultivate business relationships with existing and prospective clients.
  • Ability to multitask and work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in the use and application of project management technology tools and firm-provided technology.
  • Ability to act decisively, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver complex construction and sustainability projects from start to finish.
  • Contribute to project budgeting and scheduling and oversee project strategy and execution.
  • Provide client-focused solutions to competing priorities and deliver high-quality work on time and cost-effectively.
  • Visit the client’s global offices upon request, approximately 25% of the time, to support client system performance.
  • Oversee the client’s Design Guidelines and their continuous improvement.
  • Support activities that achieve environmental and sustainability objectives for fit-outs, retrofits, building upgrades, energy and sustainability projects, and new development.
  • Investigate complex systems operations and MEP design challenges as the technical escalation point.
  • Provide technical advice on sustainability strategies, including LEED and WELL, as they relate to MEP+L systems.
  • Provide centralized support to standardize and improve reliability and performance of building management, lighting control, energy management, fault detection, and critical alarm monitoring systems.
  • Develop strategic recommendations to improve service quality, optimize operational costs, mitigate technical risks, and improve workplace experience.
  • Provide engineering quality assurance and control for client capital projects.
  • Manage assigned project financials, including project setup, invoices, and accounts receivable.
  • Apply subject matter expertise in energy performance optimization, water efficiency, indoor environmental quality, materials and resources, policies and programs, and sustainability in the built environment.
  • Maintain and develop client relationships, cultivate new relationships, and manage conflict resolution.
  • Use firm-provided technology and project management tools proficiently and seek opportunities to develop technology skills.
  • Manage time and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and contribute to a collaborative 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 comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
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