Sr. Project Manager, (Architecture / MEP)

JLL; Singapore; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead data centre projects. This role involves managing teams, overseeing project activities, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication and relationship management. You will guide projects from inception to completion, balancing time, cost, and quality while fostering a positive team environment. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive culture, this opportunity allows you to thrive in a dynamic setting. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and sustainability, and make a meaningful impact in the real estate sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Personalized benefits for well-being

Supportive work culture

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Competent in project management and construction with a focus on data centre projects.
• Excellent communication and people-management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project delivery from inception to completion.
• Establish project budgets and manage procurement activities.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Budget Management

Team Leadership

Construction Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Project Management or related field

Job description

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 to 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.

What this job involves:
Leading projects to success

In this role as Senior Project Manager, you will be required to independently handle and perform the lead PM role on Data Centre projects. You will be expected to manage small teams of junior project managers, document controller, planner, etc. in the delivery of multiple projects undertaken by the company.

On projects that you are assigned, you will be responsible for the overall programme of works, providing oversight and management of all project activities, working closely with JLL internal staff and project stakeholders and external parties on the project team comprising architects, designers, engineers, contractors, suppliers and other vendors. You will guide the project to achieve outcomes that meet and exceed the client’s expectations and business objectives.

You will maintain a strong and positive relationship with the client by understanding their needs, requirements and constraints. You will establish effective project organisational structures for communication, control, reporting and operating procedures, and ensure that clear objectives, quality control and risk management systems are in place. You will attend all the meetings, track overall schedule, oversee safety at site, review plans, designs and project budgets, facilitate decision-making, address and resolve issues, monitor and report on progress on a regular basis.

Your specific duties and responsibilities will include:

1. To lead the team and manage, coordinate and control the delivery of projects from inception to completion, establishing and maintaining an effective organisation structure for reporting, communication and working procedures.
2. To establish detailed overall project programmes that set clear milestones and objectives to ensure successful project delivery.
3. To establish project budget in accordance with client requirements and manage and forecast expenditure to achieve completion within budget.
4. To work with the constraints of the project and deliver to meet all time, cost, quality, health & safety requirements of the project.
5. To carry out value engineering, buildability analysis, and critically review the design and documentation to minimise risk and maximize outcomes.
6. To represent the client throughout the duration of the project, coordinate the work of all consultants & contractors appointed, liaison with the building landlord and all authorities for matters related to the project.
7. To manage procurement activities on the project, including ensuring the appropriate tender processes are implemented and contracts are in place with clients, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
8. To carry out contract administration duties of all vendors in accordance with legal requirements to protect commercial interests of client and JLL.
9. To manage the construction phase of the project and ensure JLL is providing appropriate supervision commensurate with our role.
10. To report on the progress of the project on a regular basis, through reports covering all aspects of the project covering safety, environment, program, resources, budgets, risk and profitability.
11. To mentor and guide junior staff on the team working on projects, take responsibility for resources engaged in the projects and liaise with senior management to ensure projects are appropriately resourced.
12. To support the company and department in the pursuit of new business opportunities and broad-based business development and contribute to the achievement of the company and department’s business financial targets.

To apply you need to be:
Competent and experienced in the field of project management and construction; a good understanding of the overall process of planning, design, construction/fitout and other technical matters; ability to manage budgets, costs, commercial and contract matters related to the project. Prior experience working on large-scale data centre and/or industrial-sector projects would be an advantage.

Excellent communication, people-management and problem-solving skills.
Independent, resourceful, possess a keen ability to learn and with excellent work ethics.

What we can do for you:
At JLL, our purpose is to shape the future of real estate for a better world.

We make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realise your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We will empower your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive pay and benefits package.

Apply today!
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

About JLL –

We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.