🚀 Senior Director of Construction/ VP Corporate Interiors

Overview

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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.

Position: Vice President, Project Management – JLL

Responsibilities

What this job involves:

• As a Vice President at JLL, you will hold a critical position within our Regional Project Team and be directly responsible for leading and delivering challenging projects for a financial services client.
• You will oversee and ensure successful delivery of Corporate Interior projects ranging in size from $5M to $150M+.
• Act as both a player and coach, mentoring junior Project Managers and Project Coordinators while serving as the primary client contact throughout the project lifecycle from programming through construction close-out.
• Utilize strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficient project management to drive project success while maintaining stakeholder relationships and ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards.

Day-to-day

• 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.
• Develop high level estimates and schedules as part of the overall strategy and business case.
• Prepare project updates, identify risks early and provide solutions to meet client-driven schedules and budgets.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables aligned with client goals.
• Develop Master Project schedules and manage project performance against multiple concurrent projects.
• Guide clients and teams through the design implementation process from conceptual through construction documentation.
• Prepare RFPs for design and contractor services and manage the overall vendor selection process.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 10-15+ years of experience in project management and leading real estate strategies, with a focus on Corporate Interiors
• Experience managing multiple diverse types of Corporate Interior projects, varying from $5M to $100M+ in size
• Ability to manage 8-12 projects simultaneously
• 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 ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Experience managing and mentoring teams of Project Managers and Project Coordinators

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field: Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, etc.
• Experience managing complex high-end/high-touch Corporate Interior projects
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities to prioritize multiple projects
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to make sound decisions in fast-paced environments
• Proven ability to motivate and manage multiple stakeholder groups
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products
• Experience reading construction plans and identifying potential areas of concern or hidden costs

Location

Onsite

On-site – Newark, DE, Philadelphia, PA, Wilmington, DE

Application Note

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!

Benefits

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

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