Senior Program Manager, PDS Projects

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Provide program-level oversight and governance for a portfolio of concurrent projects across North, Central and South America .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $115,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program-level oversight and governance of concurrent real estate projects across multiple countries, with a strong focus on budgeting, scheduling, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Proficient in leveraging technology platforms like Ingenious.Build and JLL Azara to enhance project delivery and stakeholder communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program ManagementReal Estate Development LifecycleBudgeting And SchedulingPMP Or LEED AP CertificationInterpersonal And Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBudgetingSchedulingCost AnalysisProcurement ManagementRisk ManagementArchitectural DrawingsData AnalysisChange OrdersCapital Plan Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringConflict ResolutionOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Ingenious.BuildJLL AzaraMicrosoft Office SuiteMS ProjectSharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPLEED APProject Management Certifications

Industry Keywords

Real EstateProgram-Level OversightCross-Functional PartnershipsHealth And Safety ComplianceConstruction Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide program-level oversight and governance for a portfolio of concurrent projects across North, Central and South America
Develop and execute portfolio strategies, standardized processes and reporting tools, including capital plan creation and management
Champion JLL’s technology stack, including Ingenious.Build and AI-driven platforms such as JLL Azara
Act as trusted advisor to the client and manage relationships, cross-functional partnerships and conflict resolution
Oversee portfolio performance, risk management and delivery across the real estate lifecycle from site selection and design through closeout
Lead, supervise, train, mentor and evaluate project managers across a national and multi-country platform
Manage contracted vendor and consultant performance and address liability and risk
Coordinate in-country PM/CM delivery teams across countries and time zones
Oversee consolidated reporting on schedules, budgets, forecasts, cash flow, risks and opportunities
Review procurement and financial activity, including RFP/RFQ development, bid evaluation, contracts, budgets and cost analysis
Oversee budgeting, scheduling, submittals and change orders across the portfolio
Monitor compliance with health, safety and regulatory requirements and maintain project documentation in Ingenious.Build, Microsoft Teams and SharePoint
Communicate with executive-level and client stakeholders and identify opportunities to expand services
Provide occasional support to EMEA and APAC requirements
Collaborate with JLL service lines including Integrated Facilities Management, Transactions Management, Occupancy Planning, Lease Administration, Center of Excellence and Finance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, business management, finance, or related engineering field
7+ years of real estate, project management, or program management experience
PMP, LEED AP certification or equivalent project management credential preferred
Proven experience providing program-level oversight and governance to concurrent projects delivered by in-country variable PM/CM resources across multiple countries throughout the Americas
Comprehensive knowledge of the real estate development lifecycle, approval processes, regulations, procurement and contract management
Working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, budgeting and scheduling for corporate real estate
Experience overseeing delivery teams across multiple countries and time zones
Experience supervising, training, mentoring and evaluating project managers
Experience managing construction projects, including budgeting, scheduling, submittals, change orders and cost/benefit analysis
Strong working knowledge of architectural drawings and furniture and space planning concepts
Experience with landlords, developers and institutional owners; understanding of capital plan creation and management
Knowledge of health, safety and regulatory compliance requirements for capital projects
Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including MS Project, and data analysis
Technology-literate, with ability to adopt and champion Ingenious.Build and JLL Azara
Experience working within or alongside a PMO and/or Center of Excellence structure
Advanced degree in a relevant field preferred
Project Management certifications preferred
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

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