Program Director - West

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in San Francisco seeks an experienced Program Director to oversee high-value capital project portfolios with single-point accountability for spend between $100M and $500M+. You will guide regional PM leads, manage client relationships at the executive level, and ensure strategic governance and budget integrity across multiple complex initiatives.

The role requires 12–15+ years in corporate real estate capital programs, strong scheduling and financial modeling

Qualifications

• 12–15+ years of experience leading large-scale corporate real estate capital programs
• Proven track record directing multi-disciplinary teams and managing sub-consultants
• Demonstrated experience maintaining client executive relationships at the Director/senior program level
• Advanced expertise in master scheduling tools (Primavera P6 or MS Project)
• Experience with financial modeling and program-wide budget/cost forecasting

Responsibilities

• Direct strategic program execution of major capital initiatives and ground-up developments across regional portfolio hubs
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex project risks, schedule critical paths, and approvals
• Manage client executive relationships, portfolio fee structure alignment, and overall account governance
• Oversee program-wide budget forecasting, MCR, VOWD tracking, and financial baselines
• Establish standardized playbooks for project intake, design reviews, and contractor procurement
• Enforce risk mitigation and safety standards across delivery partners and contractors
• Safeguard key milestones, including the buffer between Contractor Handover and First Day of Business

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Risk management

Strategic planning

Budget forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

e-Builder

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.

What this job involves

The Program Director serves as the executive-level program oversight authority for high-value capital project portfolios across assigned regional markets, carrying single-point accountability for cumulative portfolio spend ranging from $100M to $500M+. Operating within a structured two-tiered delivery model, this role provides strategic governance, financial control, and client relationship management across multiple concurrent high-complexity capital initiatives-including core and shell developments and ground-up projects ranging from $30M to $100M+ in individual spend-while directing regional PM leads and local project management support teams who execute day-to-day field activities.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Directing strategic program execution of major capital initiatives and ground-up developments across regional portfolio hubs
• Serving as the primary point of escalation for complex project risks, schedule critical paths, municipal approvals, and contractor disputes across the portfolio
• Managing client executive relationships, portfolio fee structure alignment, and overall account governance
• Overseeing program-wide budget forecasting, Monthly Cost Reports (MCR), Value of Work Done (VOWD) tracking, and financial baselines
• Establishing standardized playbooks for project intake, design reviews, Technical Due Diligence (TDD), and contractor procurement
• Enforcing risk mitigation guidelines and safety standards across all local delivery partners and general contractors
• Safeguarding key operational milestones, including the buffer between Contractor Handover and First Day of Business (FDOB)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration
• 12-15+ years of experience leading large-scale corporate real estate capital programs, ground-up developments, and tenant improvement portfolios
• Proven track record directing multi-disciplinary teams and managing local PM sub-consultants
• Demonstrated experience maintaining client executive relationships at the Director and senior program level
• Advanced expertise in master scheduling tools (Primavera P6 or MS Project)
• Experience with financial modeling and program-wide budget/cost forecasting
• Proficiency in contract administration, including familiarity with GPMA Exhibit E-2 frameworks

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related field
• Hands-on experience with e-Builder or comparable program management software
• Familiarity with Technical Due Diligence (TDD) processes and standardized project intake playbooks
• Working knowledge of Value of Work Done (VOWD) and Monthly Cost Report (MCR) methodologies
• Experience operating within a two-tiered program/local delivery model
• Exposure to municipal approval processes and construction risk/safety compliance standards
• Background in commercial risk management across multi-market regional portfolios

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

Expected compensation for this position:

185,000.00 - 215,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site -San Francisco, CA

Job Tags:

Corporate Strategy Development, Processing Expense Reports, Working Independently

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 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