Global 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. What this job involves: This position is responsible for managing complex, high-priority programs that are strategically aligned with key objectives while overseeing day-to-day project execution and ensuring project deadlines are met. You will be accountable for driving continuous improvement and innovation across the program while managing multiple interrelated project streams as part of an overarching program supporting the Global Real Estate & Facilities team's mission to provide safe, sustainable, and efficient work environments to accommodate growth and enable employees to innovate and delight customers. This role contributes to JLL's business objectives by ensuring projects are tightly aligned with the organization's overall strategic priorities and business objectives, collaborating with executive stakeholders to understand the organization's long-term vision and translate it into cohesive program plans, and maintaining JLL's reputation for excellence in corporate real estate services through seamless project management and strategic program delivery. What your day-to-day will look like: Ensure projects are tightly aligned with the organization's overall strategic priorities and business objectives while collaborating with executive stakeholders to understand the organization's long-term vision and translate it into cohesive program plans Proactively identify opportunities for projects to drive innovation and competitive advantage while managing complex, multi-stream projects with the highest level of organizational priority Coordinate work of cross-functional teams including other project managers, subject matter experts, and stakeholders Establish and maintain clear project governance structures including decision-making processes and escalation procedures Monitor program progress while identifying and mitigating risks and implementing appropriate corrective actions Implement processes and tools to drive continuous improvement across the program while analyzing project performance data and identifying areas for process optimization and operational efficiency Champion a culture of innovation and encourage team members to propose new ideas and solutions Effectively communicate program status, risks, and issues to executive stakeholders and key decision-makers Manage expectations of diverse stakeholder groups including business leaders, IT teams, and end-users Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project deliverables meet business requirements and drive desired outcomes Required Qualifications: 5+ years experience in managing global strategic programs and projects ideally in real estate and facilities where deliverables impact customers, operational teams and processes Ability to work on multi-workstream programs while managing operational teams across different geographies Track record of serving as trusted strategic partner to senior executives Ability to operate in global environment by understanding culture, building trust and engaging with team members that may share different perspectives Strategic thinking skills with ability to align projects with organizational priorities, drive innovation and competitive advantage, and translate business objectives into actionable plans Proven project management skills handling complex, multi-stream programs, establishing governance structures, and maintaining program health through risk mitigation and corrective actions Excellent level of English is mandatory with candidate being confident, articulate, and persuasive speaker Excellent computer skills and experience working with Asana, Smartsheets, Workdocs, Quip, Word, PowerPoint and Excel Preferred Qualifications: PMP certification Experience with continuous improvement methodology including Lean Six Sigma Proven team leadership experience building and leading high-performing teams, coaching project managers and team members, and promoting accountability and collaboration Strong business acumen with industry knowledge, ability to evaluate program impact on organizational growth, and adapt strategies to changing business needs Technical proficiency in project management methodologies and tools with understanding in technical project aspects and data-driven analysis capabilities Change management expertise with ability to develop and execute strategies while navigating organizational dynamics and facilitating process adoption Additional languages beyond English Experience ensuring programs of projects not only meet deadlines but also drive continuous improvement and innovation Background continuously evaluating program's impact on organization's competitive position and long-term growth Understanding of recommending strategic adjustments to programs based on changing business needs and market dynamics Location: Onsite On-site –Arlington, VA What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, which allows us to create transformative solutions for the real estate industry. We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams. JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Estimated compensation for this position: 134,200.00 – 164,400.00 USD per year This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations. 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