Director, PDS Projects

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Juncos (PR); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company contributions

Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex life-science construction projects from inception to turnover. You will manage scope, budgets, schedules, and risk while coordinating with GC, architects, engineers, and security teams on-site in regulated environments.

You will mentor junior PMs, oversee vendor relations, and ensure compliance with client standards and OSHA requirements, delivering projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of project/construction management experience, preferably in Life Sciences or regulated settings.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• OSHA Construction certification (10h or 30h).
• 2-3 years in a senior PM or leadership role.
• Experience with scope, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage all project phases from initiation to closeout, including scope, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contracts for multiple projects.
• Lead on-site with stakeholders, ensuring client satisfaction and timely decisions.
• Prepare project charters, budgets, schedules, meeting minutes, reports, and punch lists per client needs.
• Coordinate with general contractors, architects, engineers, security, and safety teams to ensure compliance and closeout within 120 days.
• Develop monthly forecasts, cash flow analyses, and risk management plans; guide teams through work authorization in critical environments.
• Mentor junior PMs and promote best practices and cultural initiatives within the group.
• Review OSHA safety logs and ensure compliance with client standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

MS Project

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.

Senior Project Manager – JLL

What this job involves:

As a Senior Project Manager at JLL, you will lead complex, industry-changing projects that shape the future of work. You will execute construction projects from inception to turnover in highly regulated life science environments, leveraging JLL's national platform to deliver strategic solutions for our clients. Your role combines technical expertise with collaborative leadership—facilitating critical stakeholder meetings, managing project deliverables, and applying financial acumen to meet client goals. You will create an energized team environment while building strong client and vendor relationships through exceptional communication and on-site leadership. Success in this role means delivering projects on-time, on-budget, and on-scope while mentoring junior team members and contributing to JLL's culture of excellence.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Manage all project phases from initiation to closeout, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contract negotiations for multiple concurrent projects
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings to discuss project deliverables, schedules, and budgets while providing on-site project leadership and maintaining client satisfaction
• Prepare comprehensive project documentation including project charters, budgets, schedules, meeting minutes, status reports, and punch lists in accordance with client requirements
• Manage vendors (general contractors, architects, engineers, security, safety) to ensure full compliance with project policies and formal closeout within 120 days of completion
• Develop monthly forecasts, cash flow analysis, and risk management plans while leading teams through work authorization processes in critical environments
• Mentor and assist junior project managers, contributing to team development and the establishment of best practices and cultural initiatives
• Review OSHA safety logs and ensure constructability, quality, environment, health, and safety compliance with client standards and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
• 7+ years of relevant project or construction management experience, preferably in Life Sciences or other highly regulated settings
• Advanced English Level
• 10hr or 30hr OSHA Construction certification
• 2-3 years of experience as a senior project manager or similar leadership role
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects at various phases, from project identification through financial closeout
• Experience with project scope development, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contract negotiations
• Familiarity with base building electrical, HVAC, and mechanical infrastructure
• Ability to understand OSHA 1926 requirements and review OSHA safety logs for contractors

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering
• Life Science, Healthcare, or Commercial Building construction project management experience
• LEED, AIA, PE, PMP, and/or Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) certification
• Experience working with and developing a team of junior project managers
• Good understanding of Building Automation Systems
• Knowledge of JLL Service Lines (Integrated Facilities Management, Engineering Services, Occupancy Planning, Move-Add-Change Projects)

Work Shift: Standard business hours (Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm) with availability to support critical operations, emergencies, special events, and after-hours construction site activities as needed

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

Location: On-site – Juncos, PR

Benefits and Perks:

• 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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