Senior Project Manager, Construction

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Early access to earned wages (DailyPay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Austin, TX is seeking a senior project manager to lead complex real estate and construction projects on-site. You will drive delivery from inception through completion, coordinating clients, teams, and vendors to meet time and budget constraints.

The role emphasizes leadership, risk management, and adherence to best practices. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills and a track record of managing multiple projects in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in project management, preferably in the real estate or construction industry.
• Proficiency in project management software
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate project teams, ensuring high levels of engagement and performance.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Delivering projects: Successfully managing and leading projects from inception to completion, ensuring the highest quality delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Stakeholder management: Building strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• 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.
• Quality control: Implementing robust quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet the highest standards and client expectations.
• Continuous improvement: Identifying opportunities for process enhancements, implementing innovative project management practices, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Budgeting

Risk management

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

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.

What this job involves:

• Delivering projects: Successfully managing and leading projects from inception to completion, ensuring the highest quality delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Stakeholder management: Building strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• 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.
• Quality control: Implementing robust quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet the highest standards and client expectations.
• Continuous improvement: Identifying opportunities for process enhancements, implementing innovative project management practices, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Delivering projects: Successfully managing and leading projects from inception to completion, ensuring the highest quality delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Stakeholder management: Building strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• 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.
• Quality control: Implementing robust quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet the highest standards and client expectations.
• Continuous improvement: Identifying opportunities for process enhancements, implementing innovative project management practices, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in project management, preferably in the real estate or construction industry.
• Proficiency in project management software
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate project teams, ensuring high levels of engagement and performance.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred qualifications:

• Professional certification in project management (PMP)
• Experience working in a global and matrixed organization.
• Knowledge of industry-specific building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Familiarity with digital tools and technologies in project management.
• Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

Location: On-site – Austin, TX

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

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 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.

For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement. For additional details please see our career site pages for each country. For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here. 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].

At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped 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 around the world, 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 WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.