Project Management Director/PDS Lead

Travel RequirementThis position will require travel up to 60% of the time throughout the US, including travel to Alaska.What this job involvesAs a Project Management Director/PDS Lead at JLL, you will play a crucial role in shaping a brighter future for our clients, our company, and our employees. Your leadership will empower teams to thrive, driving innovation, collaboration, and success across distributed portfolios and complex construction environments.What your day-to-day will look likeLead and oversee the execution of strategic projects across a geographically distributed portfolio, ensuring the highest levels of quality and client satisfaction. You will manage large-scale teams operating across multiple locations and properties, coordinating resources and maintaining consistent standards throughout diverse markets.Foster a culture of collaboration, both within your distributed teams and across the global organization, enabling cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results. You will navigate the complexities of managing personnel across different time zones, markets, and property types while maintaining cohesive team dynamics.Drive innovative ways of working, constantly seeking new approaches and technologies to enhance project management processes and outcomes. Oversee ground-up construction projects from conception through completion, ensuring seamless integration of design, construction, and operational phases.Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across your portfolio, working closely with clients to understand their objectives and deliver tailored solutions that exceed expectations. Your ability to manage multiple high-value client relationships simultaneously across various markets will be critical to success.Champion the career development of your large, distributed team, providing mentorship, guidance, and growth opportunities to support their professional advancement across different locations and specializations.Foster a sense of inclusivity and belonging, creating a diverse and supportive environment that celebrates different perspectives and enables everyone to thrive, regardless of their geographic location or role within the portfolio.Embrace an inspiring, innovative, and optimistic mindset, consistently seeking opportunities to push boundaries and drive impactful change across all aspects of portfolio management and construction delivery.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in a related field (such as Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management)Proven experience in a senior leadership role, directing and managing intricate projects within the commercial real estate industryDemonstrated experience managing geographically distributed portfolios across multiple markets, property types, and client accountsProven track record of successfully leading and developing large teams (20+ professionals) across diverse locations and functional areasExtensive ground-up construction experience, including oversight of multiple new construction projects from pre-development through turnover and occupancyStrong track record of delivering complex projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of qualityExceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team across multiple locationsStrategic mindset, with the ability to translate business goals into action plans and manage competing priorities across a broad portfolioOutstanding client relationship management abilities, with a focus on delivering exceptional client experiences across multiple accounts simultaneouslyDemonstrated knowledge of industry best practices, regulations, and trends, including construction codes, permitting processes, and building systemsPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree in a related fieldProfessional certifications (such as PMP, CCM, LEED, or DBIA)Experience in a global or multi-office environment with responsibility for coordinating across international boundariesKnowledge of emerging technologies and their application in project management and construction deliveryProven ability to drive business development and generate new opportunities across multiple marketsExperience with Design-Build, CM at Risk, or other alternative delivery methodsTrack record of successfully scaling teams and operations across expanding portfoliosVisa SponsorshipThis position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.Estimated Compensation147,900.00 – 287,600.00 USD per yearLocationOn-site – Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Los Angeles, CA; Phoenix, AZ; Portland, OR; Salt Lake City, UT; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WAPersonalized Benefits That Support Personal Well-Being and Growth401(k) plan with matching company contributionsComprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision CarePaid parental leave at 100% of salaryPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysEarly access to earned wages through Daily PayEqual Opportunity Employer StatementJones 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, please email HRSCLeaves@jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation; please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page.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.California Residents only: If you are a California resident, please view our Supplemental Privacy Statement.Pursuant to 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.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.J-18808-Ljbffr