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.
Shaping the future of real estate for a better world
At JLL, we see a Brighter Wayforward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.
We bring to life a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way.
JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat.
What this opportunity involves:
As Project Manager you will be expected to contribute independently the tasks below. This means as a PM you demonstrate a high familiarity with the subject matter and are able to produce these deliverables with little guidance from senior team members. Project Managers are also able to validate and oversee deliverables produced by Project Coordinators and Assistant Project Managers. It is expected a PM manages between 5-8 projects at various stages.
An overview of the role:
As Project Manager you will be expected to contribute independently the tasks below. This means as a PM you demonstrate a high familiarity with the subject matter and are able to produce these deliverables with little guidance from senior team members. Project Managers are also able to validate and oversee deliverables produced by Project Coordinators and Assistant Project Managers. It is expected a PM manages between 5-8 projects at various stages.
As the Project Manager you are expected to take total responsibility for the effective management of all phases of a project (or projects) from initial establishment to handover and project closure. The role requires coordinating thought and leadership skills to encourage maximum contributions of all participants in the project and focus these to maximise outcomes for all stakeholders.
Ensure monthly project deliverables are completed, these include:
Project Delivery Plans
Monthly Status Reports
Anticipated Cost Reports
Meeting Agendas and Minutes
Establish project budget in accordance with client requirements. Manage and forecast expenditure to achieve completion within budget.
Establish a detailed overall project programme that sets clear milestones and objectives to ensure successful project delivery.
Establish an accurate and up to date risk register.
Preparation of PCG (Project Control Group) reports and attend PCG meetings as required.
Chair weekly project meetings as required.
Ensure timely issuance of meeting minutes and agendas
RFP (Request for Proposal) preparation, scope writing and tendering
Lead value engineering, buildability analysis, and assist in critically reviewing the design and documentation to minimize risk and maximize outcomes.
Contract negotiation and award.
Contract administration, ensuring contracts with clients, consultants and suppliers are properly executed and maintained. Carry out contract administration of all vendors professionally and in accordance with legal requirements to protect commercial interests of client and Jones Lang LaSalle.
Establishing and maintaining anticipated cost reports. Including cash flows and accruals. Ensuring invoices from vendors are submitted in a timely manner to both the clients and JLL accounting.
Reviewing and providing recommendations on variations. Collecting and vetting appropriate supporting documentation for submission to clients. Obtaining timely client approvals.
Implementing and maintaining JLL Health Safety and Environmental systems and take responsibility for areas under your direction.
Ensure attention to details on all deliverables and the overall quality of final products positively represents JLL.
Ensure a Safety and Environmental Plan is in place and is actively complied with by yourself and others.
Be able to effectively run project in the absence of the Senior Project Manager or Director.
Management of completion of the project close out.
Financial close out
Contractual documents (as-builts, deeds of release, client training, etc…)
Performance objectives
A SUCCESSFUL PROJECT
Within each project, ensure an effective organisation structure for reporting, communication and working procedures.
Work with senior team members to assemble and effectively lead consultants, contractors and suppliers to achieve the best possible performance from all members of the project team.
Take a proactive role in assisting the senior team members to deliver a successful project (s).
Represent the client’s best interests from inception to completion of the project.
Maintaining a positive client relationship.
Work with the project team to achieve the best possible performance from all members.
Represent and promote the company throughout the project.
Accurate and timely project reporting.
Ensure repeat business from existing clients.
Produce detailed monthly reports for projects covering, safety, environment, program, resources, budgets, risk and profitability
Manage the construction phase of the project and ensure Jones Lang LaSalle is providing appropriate supervision commensurate with our role.
Implement an appropriate quality control system.
Identify, mitigate and report on project risks to ensure the delivery of projects on time and under budget.
Utilise Jones Lang LaSalle technology including Clarizen, Jaggaer, Project Toolkit.
BUSINESS OUTCOMES
Develop relationships with other business lines with JLL.
Where possible introduce opportunities to other business lines within Jones Lang LaSalle.
Develop relationships with existing clients to increase the profile and exposure of Jones Lang LaSalle.
Manage project revenue and payment cycles to avoid bad debt.
Assist in the preparation of EOI’s and pricing submissions to clients in order to win new work.
Assist in the development of quality templates for use by others using Project Toolkit.
Assist in external industry award nominations to promote the business within industry.
LEADERSHIP
Create an environment where all team members are encouraged to contribute.
Sets objectives and measurable goals and motivate project team to achieve them.
Acts as leadership role model for Jones Lang LaSalle by embracing Jones Lang LaSalle’s Values at all time, these being Teamwork, Ethics & Excellence.
Coach and develop staff and provides regular feedback and guidance.
PERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS
Set stretch targets for self and others, and rigorously monitors and manages individual and team performance.
Develops and monitors plans for team operations
Seek advice and collaborate with other senior staff in exploring solutions to problems and areas of risk that arise.
Delegate to others in the team in a logical and effective manner that empowers positive contribution.
Be prepared to make tough decisions that resolve problems or improve operations.
RELATIONSHIP BUILDING
Promote open, constructive and collaborative relations with superiors, subordinates, peers and clien