Director, PDS Solutions

JLL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Director of Solutions Management for Project and Development Services in Chicago. This strategic role entails supporting project development teams and implementing comprehensive management solutions across various industry sectors.

The ideal candidate will have at least a bachelor's degree, 10 years in commercial construction, and strong project management skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of personalized benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in Commercial Construction and Project Management.
• At least 5 years experience in Corporate Real Estate.
• Expert knowledge of commercial and pricing frameworks relevant to the industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive project and program management solutions.
• Create and pitch sales proposals for effective management methodologies.
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure a consistent delivery approach.
• Develop KPIs and metrics to measure project management success.

Skills

Commercial Construction experience

Project Management knowledge

Corporate Real Estate experience

Expert communication skills

Sales process experience

Problem-solving abilities

Organizational skills

Tech-savvy

Cross-cultural competence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Director, Solutions Management - Project and Development Services

Job Summary: This role is a strategic position supporting the Project Development Services (PDS) Sales and Solutions Development Teams. The incumbent is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive project and program management solutions for design and construction initiatives across global geographies, asset classes and industries.

Job Responsibilities

• Supports the PDS Sales and Solutions Development Teams
• Implements end to end pursuit and proposal management strategies and applies the appropriate amount of rigor to ensure all deliverables are at top quality.
• Develops comprehensive project and program management solutions for design and construction initiatives for clients.
• Creates and pitches sales proposals for effective project and program management methodologies in the construction industry.
• Adapts management strategies to accommodate regional differences in construction practices and regulations.
• Applies market research on regional/programs construction trends and client needs to inform solution development.
• Collaborates with global teams to ensure consistent yet locally relevant delivery approach
• Develops KPIs and metrics to measure the success of management in construction contexts
• Facilitates workshops with clients to identify pain points in their current management processes
• Creates case studies and ROI analyses to demonstrate the value of proposed approach
• Advises on change management strategies to help clients improve their management practices
• Stays updated on JLL construction technologies and integrates them into management solutions
• Develops strategies to manage complex stakeholder relationships in multinational initiatives
• Creates frameworks for risk management and quality assurance
• Advises on commercial/ contract structures that support efficient delivery of projects and programs
• Collaborates with legal teams to ensure compliance with international construction laws and standards
• Develops methodologies for integrating sustainability practices into management for construction
• Creates solutions for seamless communication between delivery and services teams in global initiatives
• Analyzes and optimizes resource planning across global design and construction projects and programs
• Develops strategies for aligning multiple projects within a program to achieve client objectives (programmatic project delivery)
• Creates methodologies for effective portfolio management of construction projects and programs
• Advises on governance structures for large-scale construction programs spanning multiple regions
• Develops frameworks for benefits realization and value management across projects and programs

Skills/Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years experience in Commercial Construction and Project Management
• 5+ years experience in Corporate Real Estate
• Expert knowledge of commercial and pricing frameworks relevant in construction and project management industry
• Expert communicator across mediums, with ability to interact effectively at C-suite level
• Experience in sales processes, value proposition articulation, and trusted advisor relationship building
• Adaptable, quick‑thinking problem‑solver with entrepreneurial drive
• Detail‑oriented with excellent organizational and follow‑up skills
• Tech‑savvy with business analytics knowledge
• Cross‑cultural competence and experience in global, matrix environments

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

Estimated compensation

90,000.00 - 100,000.00 USD per year

Location

Remote – Chicago, IL, Phoenix, AZ

Benefits

Personalized benefits that support personal well‑being and growth:

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employment

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. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page.

Civil rights information: Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment. Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest. Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job‑related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.