Senior Data Center Project Delivery Executive

JLL; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL is seeking a VP, Project Management, Data Centers to lead complex, fast-track data center and mission-critical projects. You will oversee delivery, coordinate technical aspects, manage stakeholders, and mentor project staff on high-pressure engagements.

The role requires 10+ years in data center PM, with experience guiding large-scale programs, financial oversight, procurement, and contract execution. Expect up to 80% onsite work and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 10+ years of progressive project management experience in data center construction.
• Proven experience leading large-scale ($50M+), technically complex projects with demanding schedules and mission critical MEP infrastructure.
• Experience coordinating contractors, vendors, and technical stakeholders within active operational environments.
• Experience managing project financials, procurement activities, and contract execution across complex project delivery models.
• Strong working knowledge of mission-critical MEP systems, critical power/cooling infrastructure, and commissioning practices.
• Strong communication, coordination, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects within fast-track, high-pressure, or ambiguous delivery environments.
• Advanced proficiency with project management, scheduling, and financial management tools.
• Willingness to work extensively in active construction site environments (up to 80% onsite) and travel for projects outside the local region (up to 50%)

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects and own successful execution across assigned projects, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Generate solutions for complex project risks, escalations, and execution challenges through effective coordination and engagement of the appropriate support resources.
• Lead project planning, procurement coordination, financial oversight, and contract administration across fast-track or phased delivery models.
• Maintain strong execution and leadership across all core Project Manager responsibilities.
• Lead and support project teams across assigned engagements to maintain delivery consistency, project controls, and execution standards.
• Provide people management including performance management, career development, workload planning, and team development.
• Support team growth through hiring, technical development, mentorship, and knowledge sharing.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Lead stakeholder alignment and resolution of complex coordination, communication, and execution challenges; proactively engage senior leadership for support, visibility and escalation management.
• Promote and reinforce site safety requirements and safe work practices across assigned projects and teams.
• Ensure quality, compliance, and execution standards are maintained across assigned projects and teams.
• Lead coordination of complex technical and operational planning activities, including commissioning, shutdown planning, MOP reviews, and energized work coordination.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field; equivalent experience considered.

10+ years of progressive project management experience in data center construction

Experience leading large-scale ($50M+) projects

Strong communication, coordination, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills

Advanced proficiency with project management, scheduling, and financial management tools

Job description

JLL is seeking a VP, Project Management, Data Centers to lead complex, fast-track data center and mission-critical projects. You will oversee delivery, coordinate technical aspects, manage stakeholders, and mentor project staff on high-pressure engagements.

The role requires 10+ years in data center PM, with experience guiding large-scale programs, financial oversight, procurement, and contract execution. Expect up to 80% onsite work and travel as needed.