Remote Project Lead — Real Estate & Program Delivery

JLL; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Early wage access (Daily Pay)

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Team Lead to drive complex real estate projects and lead cross-functional teams in delivering high-quality outcomes for clients across multiple sectors. The role emphasizes strategic planning, stakeholder management, and strong leadership to ensure projects stay on time and within budget.

Ideal candidates have a PMP or equivalent certification, 7+ years in project management, and a track record of directing projects from inception to completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, etc.)
• PMP certification or equivalent project management certification
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, preferably in the commercial real estate industry
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from inception to completion
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Delivering exceptional project management services
• Managing and overseeing all aspects of projects, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success
• Ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards
• Providing leadership and guidance to project teams, empowering them to thrive and excel
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients, understanding their goals and objectives
• Championing JLL's values and culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and belonging

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

MS Project

PM software

Job description

JLL is seeking a Team Lead to drive complex real estate projects and lead cross-functional teams in delivering high-quality outcomes for clients across multiple sectors. The role emphasizes strategic planning, stakeholder management, and strong leadership to ensure projects stay on time and within budget.

Ideal candidates have a PMP or equivalent certification, 7+ years in project management, and a track record of directing projects from inception to completion.