Project Manager, Construction

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Riverwoods (IL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Medical, Dental & Vision care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay access

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) is hiring a Project Manager to lead complex construction and renovation projects, coordinating clients, contractors, and internal teams on site across multiple assignments.

You will develop scopes, schedules, and budgets, monitor performance against baselines, and ensure quality and timely delivery while maintaining strong stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of project management, construction management, or real estate project coordination experience.
• Ability to prepare, manage, and track project budgets with cost-control principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, MS Project, and other PM software.

Responsibilities

• Support project executives across multiple assignments and contribute to project success.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets; monitor baselines and milestones.
• Manage vendor lifecycle: RFPs, contracts, subcontractors, quality deliverables.
• Prepare status reports, process invoices, maintain documentation for audits.
• Coordinate work across on-site teams to minimize disruptions and maintain continuity.
• Interface with architects, contractors, and client reps to ensure alignment with objectives.
• Leverage PM platforms to maintain project visibility and stakeholder communication.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Communication

Vendor management

Office software

MS Project

Google Workspace

Tools

MS Project

Job description

What this job involves

As a Project Manager at JLL, you'll be at the forefront of delivering exceptional client experiences through complex construction and renovation projects. This role combines strategic oversight with hands‑on execution, requiring you to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining the highest standards of quality, budget adherence, and timeline performance. You'll serve as a critical liaison between clients, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring seamless project delivery that directly contributes to JLL's reputation as a global leader in commercial real estate services. This is an opportunity to make tangible impact on workspace transformation projects while developing your expertise in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment where your project management skills will drive measurable business outcomes.

What your day‑to‑day will look like

• Supporting project executives across multiple concurrent assignments, serving as a key contributor to project success through proactive coordination and problem‑solving.
• Developing comprehensive project scopes, schedules, and budgets while continuously monitoring performance against established baselines and critical path milestones.
• Managing the full vendor lifecycle including coordinating RFPs, negotiating contracts, holding subcontractors accountable, and ensuring quality deliverables.
• Preparing detailed project status reports, processing invoices accurately, maintaining tracking systems, and organizing documentation for due diligence and financial audits.
• Planning and coordinating work across multiple on‑site teams to minimize facility disruptions, mitigate risks, and maintain operational continuity throughout project execution.
• Interfacing directly with architects, contractors, and client representatives to address concerns, resolve issues, and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Leveraging JLL's Project Development Services technology platforms to maintain project visibility, documentation integrity, and stakeholder communication effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of demonstrated experience in project management, construction management, or real‑estate project coordination roles.
• Proven ability to prepare, manage, and track project budgets with strong attention to financial detail and cost control principles.
• Solid understanding of technical requirements associated with business relocations, construction projects, and renovation initiatives.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel approximately 20‑25% to project sites and client locations as needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders including architects, contractors, and executive‑level clients.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, MS Project, and other project management software applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with architectural drawings, furniture specifications, and space planning concepts that support workplace design projects.
• Experience working in fast‑paced environments requiring strong prioritization skills, deadline management, and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Background in commercial construction management or corporate real‑estate services that provides context for client needs and industry standards.
• Track record of demonstrating agility in responding to client change requests while maintaining project integrity and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Basic knowledge of risk management principles and proactive identification of potential project obstacles before they impact delivery.
• Professional project management training or exposure to PM methodologies (formal certification not required but beneficial).

Visa & Work Eligibility

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

Salary

Expected compensation for this position: 73,500.00 – 106,500.00 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 – Chicago, IL, Plano, TX

Benefits

• 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

Employer Statement

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.

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, helping 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 worldwide, 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 way forward.

JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statements

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].

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