Vice President, Area Project Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Lead and manage team of project managers (direct and indirect reports) across geographically distributed locations.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $205,840 - $257,300 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage team of project managers (direct and indirect reports) across geographically distributed locations.
Provide direction, mentorship, and performance management to ensure team productivity and professional development.
Monitor and ensure all KPIs related to project delivery, budget compliance, schedule adherence, quality standards, and client satisfaction across assigned portfolio are met.
Oversee simultaneous projects across multiple sites and regions, ensuring consistent delivery standards and operational execution.
Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to specified quality standards.
Implement project management methodologies and develop innovative strategies to enhance efficiency across distributed teams.
Direct comprehensive oversight of ground-up construction projects across all phases: Due Diligence & Land Acquisition, Feasibility Studies, Design Development, Planning & Zoning Review, Pre-Construction, Construction Phase, Closeout.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables aligned with client requirements.
Identify new business opportunities and partner with business development teams to drive growth and expand client relationships.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., construction management, engineering, architecture).
10+ years of experience in project management, with a strong track record of successfully delivering complex projects within the commercial real estate industry.
Demonstrated experience managing distributed portfolios across multiple geographic locations simultaneously.
Proven experience leading and managing large, high-performing teams (15+ direct and indirect reports) across geographically dispersed locations.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills with ability to effectively manage remote and distributed teams.
Proficient in project management methodologies and tools, with a demonstrated ability to drive process improvements across multiple sites.
Strong financial acumen and experience in managing project budgets and financial reporting across wide-ranging portfolios.
Excellent client management skills, with the ability to build and maintain long-term relationships across multiple markets.
Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering innovative solutions across diverse project types and locations.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementbudget managementresource allocationKPI monitoringperformance managementprocess improvementconstruction managementfinancial reportingclient relationship managementproblem-solving

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationmentorshipteam managementcollaborationdecision-makinginnovationclient satisfactionorganizational skillsstrategic thinking

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in construction managementBachelor's degree in engineeringBachelor's degree in architecture