Manager, Solutions Development

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) in Singapore seeks a Solutions Development Manager (WPM) to lead the development and delivery of innovative Workplace Management solutions across public institutions and other sectors, driving operational excellence through strategic thinking and technical expertise.

You will manage cross-functional teams, engage with client executives and facility managers, design scalable, sustainable workspace solutions for hybrid models, and ensure proposals and pricing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Facilities Management, Real Estate, or related field.
• 3-5 years progressive experience in workplace solutions or facilities management, including 2-3 years in solutions development or client-facing technical roles.
• Proven track record with public sector clients and understanding of Singapore government procurement processes.
• Strong technical knowledge of workplace management services including facilities operations, space planning, sustainability initiatives, and integrated facility management.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Solutions Development: develop comprehensive workplace management solutions tailored to public institutions, corporate, healthcare, education, and government sectors.
• Lead innovation initiatives identifying emerging workplace trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Design scalable solutions addressing hybrid work models, space optimization, and employee experience.
• Public Sector Expertise: understand government procurement processes to support Singapore institutions.
• Build strong relationships with public sector stakeholders, demonstrating how workplace solutions support public service excellence.
• Client Engagement: serve as primary technical advisor to client’s C-suite executives, facility managers, and procurement teams.
• Facilitate workshops and consultative sessions demonstrating thought leadership.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams on proposals, pricing strategies and service delivery models.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Facilities Management, Real Estate, or related field

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 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.

Solutions Development Manager (WPM) - Singapore

Lead the development and delivery of innovative Workplace Management solutions across multiple industry sectors in Singapore, with particular focus on public institutions. Drive operational excellence through strategic thinking, technical expertise, and strong stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Solutions Development Develop comprehensive workplace management solutions tailored to public institutions, corporate, healthcare, education, and government sectors
• Lead innovation initiatives identifying emerging workplace trends, technologies, and best practices
• Design scalable solutions addressing hybrid work models, space optimization, and employee experience
• Public Sector Expertise Develop specialized understanding of public institution requirements, compliance frameworks, and Singapore government procurement processes
• Build strong relationships with public sector stakeholders, demonstrating how workplace solutions support public service excellence
• Client Engagement Serve as primary technical advisor to client’s C-suite executives, facility managers, and procurement teams
• Facilitate workshops and consultative sessions demonstrating thought leadership
• Manage complex stakeholder environments balancing diverse requirements while maintaining solution integrity
• Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with business development, operations, technology, finance, and legal teams on integrated proposals
• Coordinate with subject matter experts across facilities management, sustainability, technology integration, and change management
• Provide technical guidance during transition from design to implementation
• Proposal Development Lead technical aspects of proposal development including solution narratives, scope definitions, service delivery models, and pricing strategies
• Manage pursuit activities including site visits, presentations, and negotiations
• Develop innovative pricing models balancing client value with commercial sustainability
• Market Intelligence Monitor marketplace dynamics, competitive landscape, regulatory changes, and emerging workplace trends
• Contribute to thought leadership through white papers and industry presentations

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Facilities Management, Real Estate, or related field
• 3-5 years progressive experience in workplace solutions or facilities management, including 2-3 years in solutions development or client-facing technical roles
• Proven track record with public sector clients and understanding of Singapore government procurement processes
• Strong technical knowledge of workplace management services including facilities operations, space planning, sustainability initiatives, and integrated facility management

Preferred

• Professional certifications (IFMA CFM, RICS, PMP)
• Experience with major public sector accounts in Singapore or regional markets
• Knowledge of emerging workplace technologies (IoT, workplace analytics, building management systems)
• Understanding of sustainable workplace practices and ESG frameworks

Key Competencies

• Technical expertise in workplace management operations
• Strategic thinking with business outcome focus
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Commercial acumen in financial modeling and pricing
• Strong relationship building and cultural sensitivity
• Adaptability managing multiple complex pursuits

Location: On-site –Singapore

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/or overall selection process – you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation.

For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM.

JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.