As a Senior Director of Construction at JLL, you will hold a critical position within our Regional Project Team and will be directly responsible for leading and delivering a portfolio of challenging projects for a financial services client. You will utilize your expertise and skills to oversee projects and ensure the successful delivery of Corporate Interior projects ranging in size from $5M to $150M+. Your strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in project management will be instrumental in driving project success. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage and oversee all aspects of projects, including strategy, programming, design, schedule, entitlements, bidding, procurement, permitting, execution and close out.

• Act as player/coach and mentor a group of junior Project Managers and Project Coordinators executing projects

• Develop high level estimates and schedules as part of the overall strategy and business case.

• Prepare project updates, 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. 

RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT | CLIENT SERVICE

• Maintain strong working relationships 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 vendor and project team performance to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, regulatory entities, and client expectations.

PROJECT EXECUTION

• Act as the primary 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.

• 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in a related field: Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, etc. (PREFERRED)

• 10-15+ years’ experience leading Real Estate strategies with a focus on Corporate Interiors (REQUIRED)

• Experience in managing complex high end / high touch Corporate Interior projects (PREFERRED)

• Experience in managing multiple diverse types of projects, varying from $5M to $150M+ in size (REQUIRED)

• Ability to manage 4-8 projects at a time

• Experience managing and mentoring a team of Project Managers and Project Coordinators executing complex, large-scale projects throughout the real estate lifecycle

• Proven ability to motivate and manage multiple stakeholder groups, maintain client relationships and manage conflict resolution

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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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 may 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

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