Location Requirements: This is a hybrid position with 40% travel required for projects throughout the following states: WA, OR, CA, AK, HI
What this job involves:
JLL is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Strategic Initiatives team and lead the execution of strategic building initiatives across a distributed, multi-site portfolio. In this role, you will manage a high volume of similarly scoped projects, including LED lighting upgrades, energy efficiency, sustainability, and capital improvement initiatives, concurrently across dispersed geographic locations. We're looking for someone with strong field-level construction expertise, the ability to manage competing priorities across a large project portfolio, and the collaborative skill to work closely with construction project team members and cross-functional partners to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes.
What your day-to-day will look like:
- Manage 20+ concurrent, similarly scoped projects (LED lighting upgrades, energy efficiency, sustainability, and capital improvements) across a distributed, multi-site portfolio.
- Plan, schedule, and execute projects from initiation through closeout, standardizing execution approaches to maintain consistency across sites.
- Monitor project progress against scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards, proactively escalating risks and issues.
- Collaborate closely with construction project team members and cross-functional partners across engineering, operations, sustainability, finance, and procurement.
- Coordinate with local site contacts, facility managers, and regional stakeholders to align delivery with site-specific needs.
- Partner with design-build and turnkey service providers, monitoring contractor and subcontractor performance to ensure quality, safety, and compliance.
- Track project-level budgets, costs, and savings, supporting validation of ROI, energy reduction, and sustainability outcomes.
- Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting using program management tools, including Ingenious.Build.
- Conduct site visits to uphold a zero-incident safety culture and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Required qualifications:
- 5–10 years of building construction experience, including demonstrated success managing 20+ projects simultaneously across a distributed portfolio.
- Ability to travel up to 40% of the time, including conducting site visits that involve walking job sites, climbing stairs, and inspecting facilities.
- Flexibility for occasional evening or weekend work to accommodate project schedules or client needs.
- 3+ years of experience with energy efficiency programs, LED lighting retrofits, or sustainability-related construction scopes.
- Working knowledge of building systems, construction processes, and design-build delivery methods.
- Proficiency with project management tools and reporting platforms.
- A solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving in dynamic, multi-site environments.
- A proven track record of delivering multiple concurrent projects on time and within budget.
Preferred qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field.
- Experience in commercial real estate, corporate facilities, or institutional property management.
- Self-motivated, with a high degree of initiative and accountability.
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Expected compensation for this position:
117,000.00 – 169,000.00 USD per year
Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
Location:
On-site –Los Angeles, CA, Sacramento, CA, Seattle, WA
Job Tags:
Budget Development, Budget Estimating, Budget Proposals, Building Condition Survey Project Delivery, Business Acumen, Construction Industry Knowledge, Projects Design
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.
