Project Manager

JLL; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL in the United States is seeking a Project Manager for the Master Plan Advisory team. You will lead master planning and feasibility studies from inception through implementation, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and engaging clients to turn vision into reality.

You will develop site assessments, density studies, zoning analyses, and implementation plans, while managing budgets, schedules, and risks to deliver high‑quality outcomes across diverse markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Master Planning, Urban Design, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in project management, preferably in master planning or development.
• Proficiency in Sketch Up and AutoCAD for 2D and 3D site layout.
• Strong understanding of master planning and infrastructure design.
• Strong knowledge of entitlements, procedures, risks and timelines.
• Availability to travel and support projects nationwide.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead project teams.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Delivering master plan projects: Successfully managing projects from inception to completion across various sectors including Mixed Use, Education, Healthcare, Institutional, Industrial, and Life Sciences
• Conducting comprehensive site assessments and due diligence nationwide
• Creating 2D/3D density studies and site test fits to evaluate project feasibility
• Developing and overseeing implementation plans that reflect constructability realities
• Performing zoning analysis and supporting entitlement processes
• Supporting client acquisition through site assessment and selection services
• Stakeholder management: Building strong relationships with clients, stakeholder and team members ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project life cycle.
• Collaborating with design teams, master planners, and infrastructure specialists
• Team leadership: Leading and motivating project teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and empowering individuals to achieve their best performance.
• Project planning and monitoring: Developing comprehensive project plans, tracking progress, and proactively identifying and mitigating risks and issues.
• Budget and cost management: Tracking project finances, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints, and providing accurate cost forecasts.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Master Planning, Urban Design, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

SketchUp

AutoCAD

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 - Master Plan Advisory

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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.

Title: Project Manager

Job Profile: PDS Project P2

Vertical: Master Plan Advisory

What this job involves:

As a Project Manager in our Master Plan Advisory team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional outcomes and continuously improving our client experience within our rapidly expanding business line. You will help clients transform their vision into reality with our "Concept to Creation" approach, focusing on consensus-driven solutions that align with market realities and successful implementation of master planning, feasibility and due diligence projects across multiple markets. Supporting our emerging practice, you will be part of a growth-oriented team that believes in empowering every individual to thrive and building effective teams through collaboration, both locally and globally, as we scale this promising new service offering.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Delivering master plan projects: Successfully managing projects from inception to completion across various sectors including Mixed Use, Education, Healthcare, Institutional, Industrial, and Life Sciences
• Conducting comprehensive site assessments and due diligence nationwide
• Creating 2D/3D density studies and site test fits to evaluate project feasibility
• Developing and overseeing implementation plans that reflect constructability realities
• Performing zoning analysis and supporting entitlement processes
• Supporting client acquisition through site assessment and selection services
• Stakeholder management: Building strong relationships with clients, stakeholder and team members ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project life cycle.
• Collaborating with design teams, master planners, and infrastructure specialists
• Team leadership: Leading and motivating project teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and empowering individuals to achieve their best performance.
• Project planning and monitoring: Developing comprehensive project plans, tracking progress, and proactively identifying and mitigating risks and issues.
• Budget and cost management: Tracking project finances, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints, and providing accurate cost forecasts.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Master Planning, Urban Design, Civil Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in project management, preferably in master planning or development
• Proficiency in Sketch Up and AutoCAD for 2D and 3D site layout
• Strong understanding of master planning and infrastructure design
• Strong knowledge of entitlements, procedures, risks and timelines
• Availability to travel and support projects nationwide
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to lead project teams
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with multiple jurisdictional zoning requirements and regulations
• Experience with community and stakeholder engagement
• Familiarity with brownfield assessment and compliance oversight
• Understanding of development strategy, constructability and implementation planning
• Experience working in a global and matrixed organization
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development

Join our team at JLL and be part of a company that takes pride in its collaborative culture, innovative mindset, and commitment to your career growth and wellbeing. Together, we can shape a brighter future for ourselves, our clients, and the world.

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

Expected compensation for this position:

85,000.00 - 106,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate