Senior Project Lead

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Chennai seeks a Regional Front End Planning Program Manager for data centre projects across APAC. The role focuses on planning, scheduling, and governance of critical infrastructure programs, with heavy emphasis on front-end design, engineering management, and cross-team collaboration.

You will lead early site-planning, design reviews, risk analysis, and stakeholder communications while driving Stage Gate deliverables and contract workflows.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, with experience in coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail for program tracking.
• Experience in managing international programs and remote teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the FEP Global scheduling team to ensure alignment.
• Develop and maintain program schedules for design and construction projects.
• Create and update templates and project pro-forma materials for senior management.
• Support team Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and pre-construction planning functions.
• Facilitate program meetings with Client Regional Program Managers and document action items.
• Manage project controls within client software; handle risk analysis and stage gate deliverables.
• Prepare reports for executive review and APAC-wide program updates.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Remote management experience

Education

Bachelor Degree

Real Estate / Engineering / Projects-Construction Management

Tools

Technical drawings

Single line diagrams

Job description

Regional Front End Planning Program Manager – Data Centres

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 people and empowering them to thrive, 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.

What this job involves:

An experienced Technical Program Manager with preferably a Critical Infrastructure and Data Center background is being sought, to cover APAC-wide Program Management delivery, consultancy and Project Management support for Projects for a Global Hyperscale Client. He/she should be an able practitioner, who will have hands on experience of critical infrastructure and systems projects, program management, design and engineering management, commissioning and close-out. You will also be well-versed in early site-planning for newbuild / greenfield developments. The successful candidate will be responsible for demonstrating high levels of project and technical leadership, stakeholder management, coordination and advice on critical infrastructure and data centre projects. You will be a key person in the team responsible for scheduling, collaborating with different teams and fostering effective alignment and communication channels. You will preferably have a Technical Engineering background in either Electrical, Mechanical or Building Services Engineering. Prior hands‑on experience such as Design, Installation, Commissioning and ISTs in data centres is expected and a pre‑requisite.

Job Scope and Responsibilities

1. Liaison and Coordination: - Collaborate with the FEP Global scheduling team, fostering effective communication and alignment.
2. Program Scheduling:
   1. Compile and develop program schedules for design and construction projects.
   2. Maintain accuracy and consistency in project timelines.
3. Templates and Pro-forma: - Produce and update templates and other project pro-forma materials for senior management.
4. Team Support:
   • Assist with team Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).
   • Establish a pre-construction program planning function aligned with the Build Development Plan (BDP).
5. Program Meetings:
   • Facilitate scheduled and ad-hoc program meetings with Client Regional Program Managers.
   • Document detailed meeting notes, track actionable items, and ensure follow‑up.
6. Program Process Tools:
   • Manage project controls within the Client’s Software (Project Management Tool).
   • Execute Term Sheet processes for project funding requests.
   • Initiate new contracts under software workflows and tools.
   • Complete Stage Gate deliverables.
   • Conduct end‑to‑end project risk analysis and maintain the Risk Registers.
   • Facilitate workshops and progress reviews (Dev Deploy 2, Campus Planning).
   • Set up DC Cross‑Functional Reviews (CFRs).
   • Regularly review design tracking, including change management and RFIs.
   • Support and track issues and updates for projects using software tools.
   • Ensure Stage Gate sign‑offs for Gate 1 & 2.
7. Program Reporting:
   • Collaborate with FEP RM & RPM to compile and execute specific reports:
   • Weekly, Fortnightly and Monthly reports (Project Dashboard).
   • APAC (Quarterly) Reviews.
   • Term Sheet Production & Offline Seed Funding Cycle Review.
   • APAC (Monthly) DCStat P&P Active Reporting Projects Review.
   • Prepare CP reports for executive reporting meetings.
8. Additional Responsibilities:
   • Drive process improvements aligned with the Construction Agreement and Project Manual.
   • Provide interface support with partner teams and vendors.
   • Adapt to evolving business needs and scenarios.
9. Location and Travel:
   • Be prepared for up to 25% travel within APAC, adhering to country‑specific policies.

*Note: The role may evolve based on business direction.*

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally. 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 people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally. You will be able to demonstrate the following on a consistent basis: Client-focused with excellent, effective and persuasive communication skills Analyze risks and offer technical solutions and mitigating actions Actively collaborate and manage client stakeholders, contractors and other vendors from diverse backgrounds Environmental, Sustainability and Health and Safety focused Continuous improvement mindset.

Education and experience:

What we’re looking for is a technical candidate with at least 15 years’ overall experience and 10 years Critical Systems experience. You will be experienced in managing multiple parties, vendors, stakeholders and priorities with various milestones. Fluent in written and spoken English Excellent communication skills, with experience in remote management You will be detailed orientated and organized in your approach to project management. Prior experience in Program Management (international experience in capital works and/or programs with multiple projects) preferred. Undeniably superior soft skills: As a Regional Program Manager, you’ll demonstrate your expertise in interacting with a wide range of clients and stakeholders — that’s why impeccable people skills will be essential. Likewise, you must show your aptitude in developing improvement initiatives and continuous improvements. You must also display flexibility in managing daily activities using various systems.

Requirements:

Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution.

Preference towards a Degree in Real Estate, Engineering, or Projects / Construction Management.

Familiar with local statutory submissions and approvals process

At least 15 years experience with previous role as a Project Manager, Construction Manage or similar.

Ability to regularly communicate analyzed data to client and team to achieve project goals

Strong working knowledge of technical drawings and single line diagrams.

Highly organized with strong analytical skills.

Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients as well as external team members (architects, contractors, client’s representatives, etc.).

Ability to manage all aspects of construction projects effectively and efficiently including, but not limited to budgeting, scheduling, submittals, change orders.

Fully competent at managing all types/sizes of projects.

Location: On-site –Chennai, TN

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 48

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and overall selection process – you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation.