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Position Overview
The PDSExecutionLeadserves as the strategic leader and owner of project delivery excellence within Project & Development Services (PDS)on the program. This role combines strategic business leadership with operational oversight, driving consistent high-quality project execution while developing talent and growing the business. TheExecutionLead is accountable for the performance, profitability, and growth of theportfolio, ensuring alignment withOnePDSobjectives and client expectations across all service lines.
Job Summary/Goals
This role reports to the ManagingProgramDirector and serves as the primary strategic driver of PDS delivery excellence across the region. The PDS Regional Leadis responsible fordeveloping and executing regional strategy, managingregional financialperformance,buildingand leading high-performing teams, and ensuring seamless client service delivery across a diverse portfolio of projects. This position requires a leader who can balance strategic vision with operational execution, inspire teams to deliver exceptional results, and drive year-over-yearregional strategyand client satisfaction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Business Growth
Develop and execute comprehensiveexecutionstrategy aligned with PDS businessobjectivesandOnePDSgoals (Inspire People, Thrill Clients, Grow Business)
Serve as strategic advisor to clients, providing thought leadership on project delivery optimization, cost efficiency, and process innovation
Drive consistent application of PDS 5-Phase Process, methodologies, and governance frameworks across all regional projects
Partneracross Regional Leads and other servicesto ensure integrated delivery excellence
Operational Excellence & Performance Management
Ensure adherence to established KPIs and reporting requirements across all service lines
Work with the established COE to continuously assess andoptimizedelivery processes toeliminatewaste and drive efficiency
Work with the established COE to analyze regional performance data toidentifytrends, risks, and improvement opportunities
Foster accountability for adherence to project controls, budget management, and schedule performance across all teams
Ensure construction readiness, quality assurance, and successful project closeout across the regional portfolio
Team Leadership & Talent Development
Build, develop, andretaina high-performing team ofRegion Leads,Project Managers, Development Managers, Construction Managers, and support staff
Attract top talent and support organizational goals of creating diverse teams at every level
Identifycareer growth plans for each team member and create development strategies to achieve those plans
Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to direct reports and broader team members
Drive a culture of accountability, measuring team efficiency and delivering value through ongoing data collection and metric reporting
Manage out low performance through strategic resourcing,timelyfeedback, and decisive action when necessary
Support educational and training opportunities that enable professional growth for team members
Client Relationship & Service Delivery
Serve as senior point of contact for key client relationships
Maintainhigh levelsof transparency and trust through proactive communication and value-driven reporting
Navigate difficult conversations and manage fiduciary responsibilities for both JLL and clients
Ensure seamless execution of account expectations by coordinating cross-functional teams and service providers
Drive integration and communication amongst all service lines to create successful project execution
Position JLL as the provider of choice by delivering exceptional results that create mutual benefit for JLL, clients, and customers
Experience
Required: 10+ years of direct experience in real estate/retail/QSRproject management, construction management, or development management
Required: 5+ years of proven leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary teams acrosslargegeographicarea (preferred continental US)
Required:Demonstratedsuccess managing P&L and achieving business growth targets
Required: Extensive experience with corporate real estate/retail/QSR, commercial construction, or development projects
Required: Strong working knowledge of project controls, financial reporting, budgeting, scheduling, and capital planning
Preferred: Experience leading teams within a third-party service provider model
Preferred: Background in both new construction and renovation/reinvestment projects
Preferred: Experience with contract management, procurement, and vendor relationship management
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to develop and execute business strategy, aligning regional operations with enterprise objectives
Leadership:Dem