Director, PDS Projects

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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.   Project DirectorThe Project Director will lead and oversee the end-to-end delivery of a large-scale industrial project in India, ensuring successful completion within scope, budget, timeline, and quality parameters while managing complex stakeholder relationships and regulatory compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic LeadershipDevelop and execute comprehensive project strategy and roadmapEstablish project governance framework and organizational structureDrive strategic decision-making and escalation resolutionEnsure alignment with corporate objectives and local market requirementsProject ManagementOversee all phases from inception to commissioning and handoverManage project budgets (typically ₹500 crores to ₹5,000+ crores)Develop and monitor critical path schedules and milestonesImplement risk management strategies and contingency planningEnsure quality assurance and safety compliance throughout project lifecycleStakeholder ManagementInterface with senior executives, board members, and investorsManage relationships with government authorities and regulatory bodiesCoordinate with local communities and environmental agenciesLead client relationships and manage expectationsOversee vendor, contractor, and consultant relationshipsTeam LeadershipBuild and lead multidisciplinary project teams members)Manage matrix organizations across engineering, procurement, constructionDevelop talent and succession planningFoster collaborative culture across diverse teamsRegulatory & ComplianceEnsure compliance with Indian industrial regulations and standardsNavigate environmental clearances and statutory approvalsManage land acquisition and local government interfacesOversee HSE (Health, Safety, Environment) protocolsLeadership CompetenciesStrategic thinking and business acumenExceptional communication and negotiation skillsCross-cultural management capabilitiesCrisis management and problem-solving abilitiesLocation: On-site –Bengaluru, KAScheduled Weekly Hours:48If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements.  We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the tableJLL Privacy NoticeJones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL's recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement.For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.Jones 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 for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.