What this job involves:
This position is responsible for managing complex, high-priority programs that are strategically aligned with key objectives while overseeing day-to-day project execution and ensuring project deadlines are met. You will be accountable for driving continuous improvement and innovation across the program while managing multiple interrelated project streams as part of an overarching program supporting the Global Real Estate & Facilities team's mission to provide safe, sustainable, and efficient work environments to accommodate growth and enable employees to innovate and delight customers. This role contributes to JLL's business objectives by ensuring projects are tightly aligned with the organization's overall strategic priorities and business objectives, collaborating with executive stakeholders to understand the organization's long-term vision and translate it into cohesive program plans, and maintaining JLL's reputation for excellence in corporate real estate services through seamless project management and strategic program delivery.
What your day-to-day will look like:
•Ensure projects are tightly aligned with the organization's overall strategic priorities and business objectives while collaborating with executive stakeholders to understand the organization's long-term vision and translate it into cohesive program plans
•Proactively identify opportunities for projects to drive innovation and competitive advantage while managing complex, multi-stream projects with the highest level of organizational priority
•Coordinate work of cross-functional teams including other project managers, subject matter experts, and stakeholders
•Establish and maintain clear project governance structures including decision-making processes and escalation procedures
•Monitor program progress while identifying and mitigating risks and implementing appropriate corrective actions
•Implement processes and tools to drive continuous improvement across the program while analyzing project performance data and identifying areas for process optimization and operational efficiency
•Champion a culture of innovation and encourage team members to propose new ideas and solutions
•Effectively communicate program status, risks, and issues to executive stakeholders and key decision-makers
•Manage expectations of diverse stakeholder groups including business leaders, IT teams, and end-users
•Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project deliverables meet business requirements and drive desired outcomes
Required Qualifications:
•8+ years experience in managing global strategic programs and projects ideally in real estate and facilities where deliverables impact customers, operational teams and processes
•Ability to work on multi-workstream programs while managing operational teams across different geographies
•Track record of serving as trusted strategic partner to senior executives
•Ability to operate in global environment by understanding culture, building trust and engaging with team members that may share different perspectives
•Strategic thinking skills with ability to align projects with organizational priorities, drive innovation and competitive advantage, and translate business objectives into actionable plans
•Proven project management skills handling complex, multi-stream programs, establishing governance structures, and maintaining program health through risk mitigation and corrective actions
•Excellent level of English is mandatory with candidate being confident, articulate, and persuasive speaker
•Excellent computer skills and experience working with Asana, Smartsheet, Workdocs, Word, and Excel
Preferred Qualifications:
•PMP certification
•Demonstrated change management expertise, including leading large-scale organizational transformations (restructures, mergers, process overhauls) and managing change within operational delivery environments to ensure seamless adoption, minimize disruption, and drive sustainable outcomes across diverse stakeholder groups; change management certification (e.g., Prosci, CCMP, or APMG) is a plus
•Experience with continuous improvement methodology including Lean Six Sigma
•Proven team leadership experience building and leading high-performing teams, coaching project managers and team members, and promoting accountability and collaboration
•Strong business acumen with industry knowledge, ability to evaluate program impact on organizational growth, and adapt strategies to changing business needs
•Technical proficiency in project management methodologies and tools with understanding in technical project aspects and data-driven analysis capabilities
•Experience ensuring programs of projects not only meet deadlines but also drive continuous improvement and innovation
•Background continuously evaluating program's impact on organization's competitive position and long-term growth
•Understanding of recommending strategic adjustments to programs based on changing business needs and market dynamics
Location:
On-site – Arlington, VA
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Expected compensation for this position:
134,200.00 – 164,400.00 USD per year. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
•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
