Senior Project Manager

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JLL is currently seeking to add a Senior Project Manager to provide reliable, timely, and professional support for complex, enterprise-level projects. This role requires executive-level presence and the ability to work seamlessly with C-suite stakeholders across the organization. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional financial acumen, strategic thinking, and a portfolio mindset while managing projects from initiation through completion with minimal supervision.
Essential Functions
Strategic Project Leadership:
Support project executives on multiple high-visibility projects and assignments from plan, design, construction and close-out

Develop comprehensive scope, schedule, and strategic frameworks for assigned projects with enterprise-wide impact

Demonstrate executive-level presence when interfacing with senior leadership and external stakeholders

Apply portfolio mindset and strategic thinking to align project outcomes with broader organizational objectives

Financial Management & Strategic Planning:
Assist PDS Lead in capital planning initiatives and provide strategic financial recommendations to executive stakeholders

Assist PDS Lead in advanced financial forecasting and scenario planning to support executive decision-making

Manage complex project budgets with precision, ensuring financial accuracy and adherence to enterprise financial goals

Assist PDS Lead in analyzing financial data and create detailed reports providing actionable insights to C-suite leadership

Enterprise Risk Mitigation & Cost Optimization:
Execute comprehensive risk mitigation strategies to protect enterprise assets and minimize financial exposure

Proactively identify cost avoidance opportunities by analyzing market trends, alternative solutions, and preventive measures

Utilize programmatic approaches to project delivery that drive economies of scale and reduce overall enterprise costs

Conduct value engineering exercises to optimize project outcomes while minimizing financial investment

Use enterprise-wide cost benchmarking and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and cost reduction

Risk Management & Vendor Relations:
Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential risks surrounding projects, including logistical issues, budget variations, and scope changes

Generate, coordinate, interview and provide strategic recommendations through established Vendor Request for Proposals ("RFPs") processes

Interact and negotiate with contractors and subcontractors at the executive level

Evaluate contractor project bids and change orders, identifying scope gaps and pricing discrepancies

Project Execution & Stakeholder Management:
Prepare and deliver executive-level project status reports, process invoices, and maintain comprehensive tracking reports

Actively track each aspect of project performance against schedules and critical path milestones

Coordinate with multiple organizations and individuals across the enterprise to ensure deliverables are achieved

Design and construction document review for scope validation and coordination

Technology & Process Excellence:
Demonstrate proficiency in advanced project management technology and enterprise systems

Maintain comprehensive project documentation ensuring clarity and transparency for executive review

Education and Experience

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Finance, or related field

Minimum of 10 years of project management experience with proven track record of enterprise-level project delivery

Minimum of 5 years experience working directly with executive stakeholders and C-suite leadership

Demonstrated experience in capital planning, financial forecasting, and complex budget management

Portfolio management experience with strategic, enterprise-focused thinking

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