Director, PDS Projects

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Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.

A Project Director plays a crucial leadership role in managing complex projects from inception to completion. Here are the key responsibilities typically associated with this position:

Strategic LeadershipEstablishing the project vision, objectives, and success criteria

Aligning project goals with broader organizational strategy

Making high-level decisions that impact project direction

Managing stakeholder expectations and relationships

Project ManagementOverseeing the complete project lifecycle

Developing and managing project scope, timeline, and budget

Allocating resources effectively across project components

Identifying and mitigating risks throughout the project

Team LeadershipBuilding, developing, and leading cross-functional project teams

Delegating responsibilities to team members and project managers

Providing mentorship and guidance to team members

Creating a collaborative environment that fosters innovation

Financial ManagementDeveloping and managing project budgets

Monitoring financial performance against targets

Approving expenditures and managing cost control measures

Ensuring project financial viability and return on investment

CommunicationServing as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders

Facilitating communication between all project participants

Delivering regular project status reports to executives

Managing critical project communications and presentations

Quality AssuranceEstablishing quality standards and expectations

Implementing processes to monitor and control quality

Ensuring deliverables meet specified requirements

Overseeing compliance with regulatory requirements

Vendor ManagementSelecting and managing relationships with contractors and vendors

Negotiating contracts and service level agreements

Monitoring vendor performance and deliverables

Resolving vendor-related issues and conflicts

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements below. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

About JLL –

We're JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That's why we're committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We're using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we're honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we're headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.