Head of Project Management (Construction)

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The Senior Project Manager will own end-to-end delivery of capital construction and renovation projects at a client site in Ontario, CA. This individual will serve as the primary JLL point of contact for the client's facilities and engineering teams, managing a project portfolio that may include new construction, facility upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and specialized manufacturing support spaces. The PM will operate within client's Tier Excellence Recognition Award (TERA) compliance framework and adhere to Construction Safety Requirements (TCSR v4.Pre-Planning & Project Initiation

• Lead project scoping sessions with client stakeholders to define objectives, constraints, and success criteria
• Develop project charters, feasibility analyses, and preliminary cost estimates for capital approval
• Manage design team selection, contract negotiation, and onboarding in accordance with JLL and client procurement standards
• Coordinate pre-construction activities including site assessments, utility coordination, permitting strategy, and regulatory review
• Prepare project delivery plans, phasing strategies, and preliminary schedules aligned with client operational requirements

Budgeting & Cost Management

• Develop and manage detailed project budgets from pre-design through project closeout
• Conduct value engineering exercises to optimize project costs without compromising scope or quality
• Process and approve contractor pay applications, ensuring alignment with schedule of values and work-in-place

Develop and maintain master project schedules using industry-standard scheduling tools

• Identify critical path activities and proactively manage schedule risks and float consumption
• Coordinate scheduling inputs from design consultants, contractors, vendors, and client stakeholders
• Produce and distribute weekly schedule updates with variance analysis and recovery plans as required

Bidding & Contractor Management

• Prepare complete bid packages including drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and contract terms
• Manage the competitive bid process through pre-bid meetings, RFI responses, addenda, and award
• Negotiate and administer construction contracts in compliance with JLL and client standards
• Manage contractor performance against scope, schedule, budget, and quality benchmarks
• Oversee ISNetworld pre-qualification compliance for all contractors engaged on client property

Construction Oversight & Quality

• Serve as the owner's representative during construction, attending OAC meetings and conducting regular site walks
• 3 safety requirements including D-35 daily safety audits, D-18 Daily JSA requirements, Cardinal Safety Rules, and client Table 1 contractor thresholds
• Coordinate third-party inspections, commissioning activities, and punch list resolution
• Manage substantial completion, final acceptance, and project closeout documentation

Serve as primary client interface, maintaining proactive and professional communication at all levels

• Prepare and deliver weekly project status reports including budget, schedule, safety, and risk updates
• Participate in and lead client meetings, executive briefings, and monthly account reviews
• Maintain complete project documentation in JLL and client-designated platforms

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

• Minimum 7 years of project management experience in commercial or industrial construction
• Demonstrated experience managing projects from $1M to $50M+ in value
• Proficiency in project scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent)
• Experience with owner's representative or client-side project management
• Strong working knowledge of construction contracts, cost management, and procurement
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or CCM (Certified Construction Manager) certification
• Experience in automotive manufacturing, industrial, or mission-critical facility environments
• Experience with Procore, Adaptive Work, or Ingenious project management platforms
• Established relationships in the Georgetown / Lexington, KY construction market

Accountability — Takes full ownership of project outcomes; Problem Solving — Identifies issues early, develops creative solutions, and drives resolution

• Collaboration — Works effectively within matrix project teams across JLL and client organizations
• Safety Leadership — Champions a safety-first culture on all projects without exception

On-site –Ontario, CA If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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