PDS Project Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Project Manager to lead multiple project initiatives across banking and commercial real estate sectors. You will coordinate planning, design, permitting, construction, and closeout while managing budgets, schedules, and stakeholder relationships.

The role emphasizes collaboration with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients, with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment and supporting continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field.
• 4+ years of project management experience across design, construction, and project delivery environments.
• Strong knowledge of scope development, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contract negotiations.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing client, consultant, contractor, and vendor relationships.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to navigate fast-paced environments.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects across various locations and phases, including planning, design, permitting, construction, and financial closeout.
• Oversee tenant improvements, retail banking upgrades, security enhancements, signage, ADA improvements, ATM installations, decommissions, and major renovations.
• Lead cross-functional project teams including architects, engineers, contractors, and client stakeholders.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, risks, and reporting to align with goals.
• Provide regular status updates to leadership and maintain reporting in project management tools.
• Develop risk management plans and ensure safety and work authorization procedures.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation such as charters, due diligence reports, and status reports.
• Ensure vendor performance and compliance with standards and closeout requirements.
• Support continuous improvement and a culture of collaboration locally and globally.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk management

Contract negotiations

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project scheduling software

Web-based project management tools

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.

Project Manager

In this role, you will lead multiple projects simultaneously across varying stages of development, helping clients achieve critical business objectives while delivering exceptional project outcomes related to schedule, budget, quality, and speed to market. The role requires a proactive professional who can confidently manage complex stakeholder relationships, oversee project financials, and drive accountability from initiation through closeout. Working closely with contractors, client teams, architects and vendors, you will help shape a better world by delivering innovative workplace and banking projects that support evolving commercial real estate needs in North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. At JLL, we believe the most effective teams are built when everyone is empowered to thrive, and this role offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement, operational excellence, and professional growth.

What this job involves:

We are seeking an energetic, self‑motivated Project Manager to join a progressive Financial Services account at JLL.

What your day‑to‑day will look like:

• Manage multiple projects across various locations and phases, including planning, design, permitting, construction, and financial closeout.
• Oversee a range of project types including tenant improvements, retail banking upgrades, security enhancements, signage, ADA improvements, ATM installations, decommissions, and major renovations.
• Lead cross‑functional project teams including architects, engineers, contractors, furniture dealers, property management professionals, brokers, environmental consultants, and client stakeholders.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, risks, and reporting requirements to ensure projects remain aligned with client expectations and established goals.
• Provide regular project status updates to leadership and maintain accurate reporting within client project management platforms and web‑based tools.
• Develop and implement risk management plans while ensuring compliance with established work authorization and safety procedures within critical environments.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including charters, due diligence reports, schedules, meeting minutes, funding requests, status reports, and punch lists.
• Manage vendor performance and ensure all contractors and consultants comply with project standards, policies, procedures, and closeout requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to a culture of collaboration locally and across the globe.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of project management experience across design, construction, and project delivery environments.
• Strong knowledge of project scope development, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contract negotiations.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail and organizational effectiveness.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to navigate fast‑paced project environments.
• Ability to travel up to 20% as required by project and client needs.

Preferred qualifications:

• Professional certification in Project Management, Architecture, or Engineering.
• Experience supporting Financial Services clients, tenant improvement projects, or retail banking environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, project scheduling software, and web‑based project management applications.
• LEED Accreditation or familiarity with sustainable building practices.
• Experience managing projects within occupied or mission‑critical environments.
• Knowledge of construction permitting, compliance, and regulatory processes.
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and support operational excellence initiatives.
• A collaborative mindset with a commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and delivering high‑quality client experiences.

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

Location: On-site –Charlotte, NC

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

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.

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’re pursuing.

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At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.