Director, PDS Projects

JLL; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching companyCon

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Early access to earned wages through +

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Project Manager/Senior Project Manager - Warranty Advisor to oversee post-construction warranty claims and act as the primary client representative throughout the warranty lifecycle. This client-facing role partners with Reinvestment teams, Facilities & Maintenance Consultants, Lead Advisors, and General Contractors to resolve issues and drive process improvements.

You will support projects from warranty transition through expiration while ensuring effective communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 5+ years in facilities management, construction management or related field with focus on post-construction QA or warranty management.
• Familiarity with commercial building systems and construction processes.
• Ability to read and mark up construction drawings.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Smartsheet, PlanGrid/Forma, and Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Represent Facilities Management during project warranty transitions.
• Manage warranty support activities from transition through warranty expiration.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for complex post-construction warranty escalations.
• Escalate and resolve urgent warranty-related issues in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Design, Engineering, Construction, and Vendor teams to develop corrective solutions.
• Lead communication and coordination among clients, regional teams, contractors, vendors, and project managers to drive successful outcomes.
• Conduct on-site and virtual meetings to address warranty issues based on scope and complexity.
• Analyze root causes of claims to identify recurring defects, trends, and systemic issues.
• Monitor claim metrics and support continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with client standards, policies, and contractual requirements.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships through proactive communication and attention to detail.
• Manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining high service levels and responsiveness.

Skills

Project management

Root cause analysis

Client stakeholder management

Communication skills

Reading construction drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Smartsheet

PlanGrid/Forma

Bluebeam

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.

Job Title: Project Manager / Senior Project Manager - Warranty Advisor

Position Summary: JLL is looking for a Project Manager/Senior Project Manager - Warranty Advisor to oversee complex post-construction warranty claims and serve as the primary client representative throughout the warranty lifecycle. This client-facing role partners closely with Reinvestment teams, Facilities & Maintenance Consultants, Lead Advisors, and General Contractors to resolve issues, improve operational outcomes, and ensure seamless post-construction experience. The Warranty Advisor will support projects from warranty transition through warranty expiration while driving effective communication, issue resolution, and process improvements across multiple stakeholders and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent Facilities Management during project warranty transitions.
• Manage warranty support activities from transition through warranty expiration.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for complex post-construction warranty escalations.
• Escalate and resolve urgent warranty-related issues in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Design, Engineering, Construction, and Vendor teams to develop corrective solutions.
• Lead communication and coordination among clients, regional teams, contractors, vendors, and project managers to drive successful outcomes.
• Conduct on-site and virtual meetings to address warranty issues based on scope and complexity.
• Analyze root causes of claims to identify recurring defects, trends, and systemic issues.
• Monitor claim metrics and support continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with client standards, policies, and contractual requirements.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships through proactive communication and attention to detail.
• Manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining high service levels and responsiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in facilities management, construction management, or a related field with a focus on post-construction quality assurance or warranty management.
• Familiarity with commercial building systems and construction processes.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience managing contractors and vendors while ensuring compliance with client standards.
• Ability to read and mark up construction drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, PlanGrid/Forma, and Bluebeam.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Ability to work independently with strong organization and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 40%.

Location: Remote - Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Denver, CO, Los Angeles, CA

Expected compensation for this position: 90,000.00 - 115,000.00 USD per year

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Benefits

• 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

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