Senior Project Manager

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.

Senior Project Manager – JLL

 

What this job involves:

As a Senior Project Manager at JLL, you will lead complex, industry-changing projects that shape the future of work. You will execute construction projects from inception to turnover in highly regulated life science environments, leveraging JLL's national platform to deliver strategic solutions for our clients. Your role combines technical expertise with collaborative leadership—facilitating critical stakeholder meetings, managing project deliverables, and applying financial acumen to meet client goals. You will create an energized team environment while building strong client and vendor relationships through exceptional communication and on-site leadership. Success in this role means delivering projects on-time, on-budget, and on-scope while mentoring junior team members and contributing to JLL's culture of excellence.

 

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Manage all project phases from initiation to closeout, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contract negotiations for multiple concurrent projects

• Facilitate stakeholder meetings to discuss project deliverables, schedules, and budgets while providing on-site project leadership and maintaining client satisfaction

• Prepare comprehensive project documentation including project charters, budgets, schedules, meeting minutes, status reports, and punch lists in accordance with client requirements

• Manage vendors (general contractors, architects, engineers, security, safety) to ensure full compliance with project policies and formal closeout within 120 days of completion

• Develop monthly forecasts, cash flow analysis, and risk management plans while leading teams through work authorization processes in critical environments

• Mentor and assist junior project managers, contributing to team development and the establishment of best practices and cultural initiatives

• Review OSHA safety logs and ensure constructability, quality, environment, health, and safety compliance with client standards and regulatory requirements
  
   

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field

• 7+ years of relevant project or construction management experience, preferably in Life Sciences or other highly regulated settings

• Advanced English Level

• 10hr or 30hr OSHA Construction certification

• 2-3 years of experience as a senior project manager or similar leadership role

• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects at various phases, from project identification through financial closeout

• Experience with project scope development, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contract negotiations

• Familiarity with base building electrical, HVAC, and mechanical infrastructure

• Ability to understand OSHA 1926 requirements and review OSHA safety logs for contractors
  
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering

• Life Science, Healthcare, or Commercial Building construction project management experience

• LEED, AIA, PE, PMP, and/or Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) certification

• Experience working with and developing a team of junior project managers

• Good understanding of Building Automation Systems

• Knowledge of JLL Service Lines (Integrated Facilities Management, Engineering Services, Occupancy Planning, Move-Add-Change Projects)

   

Work Shift:

Standard business hours (Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm) with availability to support critical operations, emergencies, special events, and after-hours construction site activities as needed

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

Location:

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

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.

JLL Privacy Notice

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.

For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement .

For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.

For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here .

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at Show email . This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.