VP, Project Management, Data Centers

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Ashburn, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 185,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay early access to earned wages

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Ashburn, VA seeks a VP, Project Manager for Data Centers to lead complex, fast-track programs delivering mission-critical infrastructure. You will own scope, schedule, budget, quality and client satisfaction while guiding project teams and coordinating with stakeholders.

This on-site role requires strong leadership and hands-on execution, with travel up to 50% as needed. You will mentor staff, drive risk mitigation, and ensure safety, quality and compliance

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.
• Experience leading large-scale ($50M+), technically complex projects with demanding schedules.
• Experience coordinating contractors, vendors, and technical stakeholders.
• Experience managing project financials, procurement activities, and contract execution.
• Strong knowledge of mission-critical MEP systems, power and cooling infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects and ownership of scope, schedule, budget, quality and client satisfaction.
• Generate solutions for project risks and escalations through coordination of support resources.
• Lead planning, procurement coordination, financial oversight and contract administration.
• Provide people management, performance development and mentorship for project staff.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Promote safety, quality, and compliance across projects and teams.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

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

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.

VP, Project Management, Data Centers

What this job involves: Leading the successful delivery of complex, fast-track data center and mission-critical projects. The VP, Project Manager serves as a senior project leader responsible for delivery execution, project oversight, technical coordination, and stakeholder management across assigned engagements. This role combines hands‑on project execution with leadership and guidance across project teams to drive project performance, operational alignment, and consistent execution standards. This role includes leadership and development of project staff.

What your day-to‑day will look like:

Project Delivery & Oversight

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.

Team Leadership & Development

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.

Client & Stakeholder Management

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.

Technical Coordination, Quality & Compliance

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.

Required 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, with demonstrated leadership of large-scale programs and teams.
• 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 as required) and travel for projects outside the local region (up to 50% as needed).

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as PE, PMP, CCM, CDCP®, or DCDC®.
• Experience with design-build, EPC, or accelerated/parallelized schedule delivery models on large-scale projects.
• Familiarity with mission-critical infrastructure systems including UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, and building management systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, testing, and commissioning protocols for 24/7 mission-critical operations.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent or geographically distributed sites with notable complexity and financial exposure.
• Demonstrated ability to recover or stabilize projects facing schedule, technical, or execution challenges.

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

Estimated compensation for this position: 185,160.00 - 226,920.00 USD per year. This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location

On-site -Ashburn, VA, Boston, MA, Dulles, VA, Richmond, VA, Sterling, VA

Benefits

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

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]. This email is only to request an accommodation.

For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.

Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

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In accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

In accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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 way.

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