Program Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Kamrup Metropolitan; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance-based incentives

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) is seeking a seasoned Program Manager for industrial infrastructure projects in multiple sites. The role involves directing large-scale facilities programs, aligning strategy with delivery, and ensuring safety, cost, and schedule deliverables across the portfolio.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in heavy construction management, multi-project program leadership, and strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in heavy construction management, with at least 4+ years managing multi-project programs in industrial infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of large-scale industrial infrastructure projects.
• Ensure safety, budget, schedule, and quality benchmarks are met across the program.
• Lead program governance, reviews, and KPI reporting to executives.
• Mentor project managers and engineers across sites.

Skills

Program management

Multi-project programs

Negotiation

Executive communication

Industrial delivery methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Master’s degree or MBA preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Procore

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented peopleand empowering them tothrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Program Manager – Industrial Infrastructure

Position Overview

The Program Manager will oversee a portfolio of large-scale industrial infrastructure projects , including manufacturing plants, warehouses, data centers, and heavy industrial facilities. This role is responsible for the strategic alignment, financial performance, and successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects from initial feasibility through commissioning and handover.

The ideal candidate will bridge corporate executive strategy and site-level execution, ensuring that all safety, budget, schedule, and quality benchmarks are met across the entire program.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Portfolio & Resource Management

• Manage multiple, concurrent industrial construction projects , balancing resources, equipment, and labor across different sites.

• Optimize the master program schedule , identifying and resolving critical-path dependencies and resource bottlenecks.

• Oversee complex supply chains for long-lead industrial equipment, heavy machinery, and specialized materials.

Financial Control & Contract Management

• Own the aggregate program budget , driving cost forecasting, cash flow analysis, and capital allocation across all projects.
• Negotiate and administer complex contracts , including EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), Design-Build, and Construction Management-at-Risk agreements.
• Review and approve major change orders , ensuring strict adherence to cost-control protocols.

Stakeholder Communication & Governance

• Act as the primary liaison between executive leadership, joint-venture partners, industrial clients, and local government authorities.
• Lead regular program status reviews , delivering transparent performance metrics and KPIs to the executive steering committee.
• Ensure strict compliance with environmental regulations, heavy industrial building codes, zoning laws, and permitting processes.

Risk, Quality & Safety Oversight

• Develop and implement a program-wide risk mitigation framework to proactively handle supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and regulatory hurdles.
• Enforce zero-harm safety cultures , ensuring all project sites adhere to strict industrial safety standards (e.g., OSHA, local labor safety laws).
• Oversee testing, commissioning, and operational handover of complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems and industrial processes.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Direct, mentor, and evaluate a team of Project Managers , Construction Managers, and specialized engineers.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across multi-disciplinary engineering and contracting teams.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field. A Master’s degree or MBA is highly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in heavy construction management, with at least 4+ years specifically managing multi-project programs in industrial infrastructure (e.g., factories, logistics hubs, processing plants).

Certifications

• PgMP (Program Management Professional) or PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is highly desirable.
• Local professional engineering licensure or equivalent chartered status is a plus.

Technical & Soft Skills

• Expertise in industrial delivery methods , specifically EPC, Design-Build, and turnkey project delivery.
• Deep knowledge of industrial facility systems , including heavy structural steel, advanced MEP, HVAC, and specialized piping.
• Proficiency in enterprise scheduling and management software , such as Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore, or similar PPM platforms.
• Exceptional negotiation, conflict resolution, and executive-level communication capabilities

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge industrial and data center projects with industry-leading clients. Collaborative work environment supporting professional growth and technical development. Competitive compensation package including performance-based incentives. Comprehensive benefits and work-life balance initiatives.

Location:

On-site –Guwahati, AS

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

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