Senior Ground Up Construction Project Manager

JLL; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL, a global real estate advisor, seeks a Senior Project Manager for a hybrid/remote role serving a multi-site portfolio. The position requires up to 60% travel and live within the designated portfolio area, with on-site duties in Des Moines, IA and nearby markets.

You will lead cross-functional teams through ground-up construction and renovation projects, manage budgets and schedules, coordinate architects/engineers/contractors, and ensure client objectives and risk controls are met.

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of project management experience across design and ground-up construction.
• Experience with scope development, budgeting, scheduling, risk management and contract negotiations.
• Familiarity with architectural drawings, fixtures, design concepts and construction costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to manage multiple construction/renovation projects.
• Oversee projects from initiation through completion, including design, planning, permits and closeout.
• Provide regular status updates on schedule, budget, risks and cash flow.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Education

PM cert or Architecture/Engineering cert

Tools

MS Office

Scheduling software

Web-based tools

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 peopleand empowering them tothrive, 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.

Travel Requirements:

This is a hybrid/remote position that will require up to 60% travel throughout the designated portfolio. Selected candidate must live within the designated portfolio area.

What this job involves:

The Senior Project Manager role involves leading cross‑functional teams to manage multiple construction and renovation projects across a large geographic area for enterprise, consumer goods, and/or services clients. You will oversee projects from initiation through completion, managing design professionals, contractors, and stakeholders while ensuring projects meet established goals. The position requires tracking project financials, maintaining milestone schedules, providing regular status updates, and supporting continuous process improvement initiatives.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Hands on management and oversight of multiple ground up construction Projects
• Concurrently manage various phases of a project(s) in various locations, from project initiation through design, planning, client approval, permit issuance, construction, and financial closeout.
• Demonstrate full accountability for end to end management of projects.
• Lead entire project team consisting of architects, engineers, general and specialty contractors, property management, operating engineers, and client stakeholders.
• Provide weekly project activity updates to Team Lead regarding project schedule, potential risks, budget status and anticipated cash flow utilizing JLL technology.
• Develop risk management plans and lead project teams through established work authorization processes to ensure no impacts or incidents within critical environments or equipment.
• Participate in and or lead client decision making by providing relevant data, formal recommendations and outlining associated risks for client review and approval.
• Oversee and prepare accurate project documentation for all phases of construction including project charter, due diligence reports, budgets, schedules, meeting minutes, financial funding requests, status reports, punch lists, and special reports on time and in accordance with pre‑established formats to pass all project documentation reviews with client.
• Manage vendors to ensure full compliance with all project policies and procedures, including the formal closeout of all projects in less than 90 days after project completion.

Minimum Requirements:

• 15-20 years of project management experience covering all aspects of design and ground up construction
• Proven experience with project scope development, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contract negotiations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, project scheduling software, and web‑based applications
• Familiarity with architectural drawings, furniture/fixtures/equipment specifications, design and space planning concepts, and construction costs and schedules

Preferred Qualifications:

• Architecture, Engineering, or Project Management certification
• LEED Certification
• PMP Certification

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

Location:

On-site –Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Omaha, NE, St. Louis, MO, Topeka, KS

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 may 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

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.

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