IFM Lead

JLL; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Medical, Dental & Vision care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL's Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) Lead role oversees all IFM operations within an assigned area, connecting service lines, guiding site teams, and strengthening client relationships across portfolios. This position requires travel to sites and governance adherence, with the ability to operate in ambiguity and provide fast, structured solutions to support client growth.

The successful candidate will lead diverse teams, drive performance against KPIs and SLAs, and implement best

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in facilities management with management/technical emphasis.
• 8+ years of experience in facilities management with a focus on integrated facilities management.
• Proven track record of leading teams and managing IFM operations.
• Experience managing teams and facilities across multiple and remote locations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing all IFM operations within your assigned area to meet objectives.
• Serving as the primary contact and escalation point for buildings within your portfolio.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships to address challenges proactively.
• Bringing best practices to the account and supporting creation of SOPs.
• Assisting with budget development and achieving financial targets and KPI metrics.
• Assisting in creating SLAs and training teams to execute them.
• Supporting transition and utilization of Corrigo.
• Tracking metrics and guiding initiatives to improve operations.
• Managing vendor relationships and implementing best practices across operations.
• Fostering team development through succession planning and performance management.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Financial management

Facilities management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's in facilities management

MBA (preferred)

Tools

Corrigo

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 peopleand empowering them tothrive, 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.

What this job involves:

The IFM Lead oversees all Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) operations and delivery within an assigned area, connecting IFM to other service lines, bridging regional leadership to site-level teams, and fostering client relationships. This role ensures contract governance requirements are met while achieving high client satisfaction. You'll work closely with other global IFM Leads to ensure consistency in key initiatives and operational delivery, and regular travel to all sites within your portfolio will be required. This role will need to be able to work in ambiguity and create fast solutions to support client's rapid growth. This leader must have great team management skills and big picture thinking, with the ability to move fast and create structure in high paced environments.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Leading and managing all IFM operations within your assigned area to meet JLL and client objectives
• Serving as the primary contact and escalation point for buildings within your portfolio regarding service delivery
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships to address operational challenges proactively. Big picture thinking and supporting the client through rapid change.
• Bringing JLL best practices to the account and supporting creation of SOPs.
• Assisting with budget development and achieving agreed financial targets and KPI metrics
• Assistance in creating SLAs and training teams on how to execute them effectively
• Supporting transition and utilization of Corrigo
• Tracking metrics and using them to assist the Account Director on creation of initiatives to improve operations
• Managing team performance and ensuring services are understood, teams are well trained and services are delivered in adherence to contracts, KPIs, and service level agreements.
• Managing vendor relationships and implementing best practices across operations
• Implementing area-specific initiatives while ensuring alignment with regional standards and procedures
• Fostering team development through succession planning and performance management

Desired experience and technical skills

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in facilities management with management/technical emphasis
• 8+ years of experience in facilities management, with a focus on integrated facilities management
• Proven track record of successfully leading teams and managing IFM operations
• Experience managing teams and facilities across multiple and remote locations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships with various stakeholders
• Strong business acumen and financial management capabilities
• Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance
• Ability to travel within the assigned area as necessary

Preferred:

• MBA degree
• Experience translating client needs and balancing client interests with those of the organization
• Demonstrated experience driving operational efficiency and implementing innovative solutions
• Familiarity with technology solutions and tools for operations optimization
• Experience with cross-selling services and identifying growth opportunities
• Background in emergency prevention and operational controls
• Track record of fostering collaborative team cultures and talent development

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

Estimated compensation for this position:

140,000.00 - 180,000.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site -Chicago, IL, New York, NY, San Francisco, CA, Seattle, WA, Sunnyvale, CA

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. Some of these benefits may include:

• 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

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you'repursuing.

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