Project Management Director

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Serve as the US/Global project management account leader for a dedicated account team managing a large client portfolio .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $160,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in real estate project management, including budgeting, scheduling, and compliance, while effectively leading cross-disciplinary teams and managing client relationships. Proven ability to develop and execute project delivery strategies aligned with client objectives and achieve high delivery standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Real Estate Project ManagementBudgeting And Financial ReportingLeadership And Team DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementConstruction Project Oversight

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Hard Skills

Project Delivery StrategiesArchitectural Drawings KnowledgeConstruction MethodsCapital Plan ManagementChange Order ManagementSchedulingAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsRisk ManagementVendor Performance Management

Soft Skills

Proactive LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsConsensus BuildingInfluencing OutcomesAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

LEEDAIAPEPMP

Industry Keywords

Corporate Real EstateStakeholder ManagementClient ComplianceProject Lifecycle ManagementGeographically Dispersed Teams

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the US/Global project management account leader for a dedicated account team managing a large client portfolio
Lead planning and execution of interior fit-outs, facility-related capital improvements, site improvements, and complex ground-up construction projects
Develop and execute Project Delivery platform and account strategies
Represent the platform and account in industry/public forums and with clients as a senior firm representative
Build cross-disciplinary teams and foster a one-team mentality
Provide full-service project management across the client’s national portfolio
Grow and manage key client and account relationships and resolve conflicts
Achieve KPIs and high delivery and communication standards
Cultivate internal and external relationships supporting account capabilities and cross-platform growth
Develop project delivery strategies aligned with client business objectives
Attract, develop, retain, and manage geographically dispersed project management professionals
Coach team members in JLL procedures, market best practices, and project methodologies
Develop and execute team and business-unit strategies
Ensure appropriate team sizing and staffing
Improve consistency, speed, and cost effectiveness of project delivery
Oversee project execution throughout the project lifecycle
Manage vendor, consultant, and project team performance for contractual, jurisdictional, and client compliance
Interface with PMs, architects, client staff, property managers, and vendors
Provide appropriate on-site supervision
Manage and deliver the account P&L and financial targets
Manage annual capital-plan financials, projections, variance reporting, and client reports
Identify and address liabilities and risks
Keep account leadership informed of project, team, and client issues
Introduce relevant JLL products and services
Address team talent shortcomings with the manager and HR
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of direct experience as a real estate project management leader
Proactive thinker and leader
Experience leading others within a corporate environment
Proven ability to build consensus, influence outcomes and navigate complex stakeholder environments
Ability to simplify complex situations/data and convey streamlined, convincing recommendations to clients
Strong working knowledge of architectural drawings and construction methods
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Ability to adapt leadership style to varied team and client needs
Strong interpersonal skills with executive-level clients and external team members
Ability to manage construction projects including budgeting, scheduling, submittals, and change orders
Experience supervising, training, mentoring, and evaluating talent
Ability to develop business relationships with existing and prospective clients
Working knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and scheduling related to corporate real estate
Ability to lead individuals across a national platform
Experience working with landlords and 3rd party developers
Understanding of capital plan creation and management
Ability to travel 20% to 40%
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution, preferably in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Desired: LEED, AIA, PE, or PMP certifications
Desired: Experience managing contracts and delivering projects for clients in a Principal capacity

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical and emotional health