
Senior Project Manager
Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Newark • New Jersey • New York • United States
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Salary
💰 $160,000 - $167,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Lead and manage complex projects within mission-critical data center environments, ensuring 24/7 operational continuity and minimal downtime.
- Oversee technical operations including power systems, cooling infrastructure, fire suppression, security systems, and network infrastructure in accordance with JLL's mission and values.
- Apply advanced project management skills, tools, and techniques to manage project scope, quality, schedule, budget, resources, and risk in high-stakes data center environments.
- Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize data center operations, enhance service delivery, and maintain industry-leading uptime standards.
- Foster a culture of collaboration and teamwork among technical staff, promoting engagement and empowering team members to excel in mission-critical environments.
- Coordinate with data center technicians, engineers, and facilities staff to ensure seamless project execution.
- Establish and maintain project goals and success criteria that meet stringent client requirements for data center reliability and performance.
- Work closely with diverse client stakeholders including IT teams, facilities managers, and C-level executives to ensure minimal impact to critical operations and alignment with business continuity objectives.
- Identify and capitalize on opportunities for scope expansion and revenue growth within existing data center projects and client relationships.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in data center operations, mission-critical facilities management, or technical services within high-availability environments.
- Demonstrated expertise with data center infrastructure including UPS systems, generators, HVAC systems, fire suppression, and building management systems.
- Strong understanding of data center industry standards, compliance requirements (SOC, HIPAA, PCI), and best practices for mission-critical operations.
- Proven ability to develop and implement strategic plans that optimize data center performance while maintaining 99.9%+ uptime requirements.
- Excellent people management skills with experience leading technical teams in 24/7 operational environments.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to build relationships with technical staff, client IT teams, and executive stakeholders.
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities and capacity to make critical decisions under pressure in time-sensitive, mission-critical situations.
- Current knowledge of emerging data center technologies, sustainability practices, and industry trends.
Benefits
- 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
project managementdata center operationsUPS systemsgeneratorsHVAC systemsfire suppressionbuilding management systemsstrategic planningrisk managementbudget management
Soft Skills
people managementcommunicationinterpersonal skillsproblem-solvingdecision-makingcollaborationteamworkengagementleadershiprelationship building