Senior Capital Planning Manager, PD, PE, QC

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Serve as the global capital planning lead for Process Development (PD), Process Equipment (PE), and Quality Control (QC) .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $115,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in capital planning and project management within the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, with a strong focus on facility assessments, cost estimation, and stakeholder collaboration. Proficient in managing complex databases and generating analytical reports to support decision-making and project execution.

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Capital PlanningProject ManagementFacility ManagementData AnalysisGMP Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementCapital Cost EstimationFacility AssessmentBuilding Systems KnowledgeProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsClient FocusCollaborationCommunicationStrategic Thinking

Tools & Technologies

SmartsheetExcelMaximoPower BIMS Office

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryLife SciencesGMPValidation RequirementsConstruction Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the global capital planning lead for Process Development (PD), Process Equipment (PE), and Quality Control (QC)
Own the full lifecycle from facility assessments and cost estimates through annual and 3–5 year capital plans
Manage the lifecycle facilities database, including data entry, security access, and gathering project information from multiple client sites
Keep the system of record continuously up to date
Ensure every approved project hands off successfully to the project execution team
Deliver excellent client service and help grow the account and business through new ideas and better ways of working
Support ongoing skill development and foster a safe environment
Oversee updates to the Smartsheet database across the PD, PE, and QC portfolio
Manage database security access and permissions
Generate routine and ad-hoc reports from Smartsheet data analysis
Create and manage facility-assessment schedules across sites
Own capital cost estimates from facility assessments
Lead annual planning, 1-year rolling plans for PD and PE, and 2-year rolling plans for QC
Ensure approved capital projects transfer with clear scope, schedule, budget, and site-specific documentation
Lead information gathering across multiple sites, multi-building campuses, and time zones
Serve as the main point of contact for PD, PE, and QC stakeholders
Work closely with engineering teams, facility managers, and site leadership across locations
Report to the PMO Lead

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, construction management, or a related field
5+ years of relevant experience, including experience leading portfolios, programs and projects
Skilled at project management, with the ability to juggle multiple projects and competing priorities
Working knowledge of lab equipment and mechanical systems — HVAC, compressed air and gases, and electrical distribution — extending to PD, PE, and QC facility systems
Proficiency with Excel, Smartsheet, Maximo, Power BI, eBuilder, Adaptive Work, Ingenious Build, E1, and MS Office/Project
Strong analytical skills, with clear written and verbal communication
Collaborative approach across JLL and client teams, functions, and leadership
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry, with knowledge of GMP and validation requirements
Background in facility and/or construction management
Advanced knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, etc.)
Experience leading process improvement and efficiency initiatives
Track record of recommending and implementing improvements to existing processes
Experience developing capital cost estimates and transitioning approved projects to a project execution team
Ability to build and understand detailed schedules with parallel activities
Experience with capital planning processes
Strong financial management skills
Strategic thinking and analytical rigor in translating technical detail into business recommendations
Comfortable presenting information to management teams
Client focus, with the ability to anticipate needs and manage expectations proactively

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
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities