Senior Project Manager

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.
 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• 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
   

• 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)
  
   

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.

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!