As a SPM - PMO Lead, you will play a crucial role in driving outstanding global project management oversight and delivering exceptional results for one of our frontier AI lab clients. We believe the most effective teams are built when everyone is empowered to thrive, and we are looking for a professional who can inspire and lead a dynamic team of project managers globally while ensuring smooth project execution.
What your day-to-day will look like:
- Lead a team of global project managers, providing guidance, and support to foster professional growth and development.
- Collaborate with various stakeholders both internally and on the client side, to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables, ensuring they are aligned with clients' goals and expectations.
- Drive close communication with the clients to get direction and keep them updated on project and portfolio updates
- Be the go-to person for various members of the client organization for project information and for JLL team members globally
- Develop and maintain standards that drive consistency in delivery for our clients globally
- Ensure our project delivery is consistent and of high quality globally
- Ensure that our project management tools are used correctly, are used according to our standards and playbooks.
- Help in the development and maintenance of dashboards
- Develop and implement project management strategies and methodologies, leveraging more innovative ways of working to enhance efficiency and productivity.
- Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards and consistency globally for our client.
- Champion a culture of collaboration by actively engaging with cross-functional teams, both locally and globally, to optimize project outcomes.
- Foster a climate of inclusivity and belonging, supporting each other's wellbeing and promoting a diverse workforce.
- Develop client pursuit strategies, pitch effectively, secure new business, and successfully execute projects across all elements of the PDS platform.
Required qualifications:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate complex ideas in simple terms. Ability to communicate visually when appropriate.
- Excellent and demonstrable client management skills, with the ability to build and maintain long-term relationships.
- Extremely strong interpersonal skills with demonstrable experience having managed high-touch client relationships and managing projects globally.
- Proven ability and demonstrable experience having navigated difficult conversations and situations
- High levels of attention to detail and planning/organizational skills - and the ability to zoom out and see the big picture.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., construction management, engineering, architecture).
- 7+ years of experience in project management, with a strong track record of successfully delivering complex projects within the commercial real estate industry.
- Experience working in a global organization, collaborating with multicultural and cross-functional teams.
- Proven experience in leading and managing high-performing teams, with exceptional communication and leadership skills.
- Proficient in project management methodologies and tools, with a demonstrated ability to drive process improvements.
- Strong financial acumen and experience in managing project budgets and financial reporting.
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering innovative solutions.
- Knowledge of industry-leading project management software and technologies - preferably Ingenious.Build or similar
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., MBA, project management).
- Experience in account management / client relationship management.
- Proven experience in business development and successfully securing new project opportunities.
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.