Project Management Lead – PMO

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

Project Management Lead overseeing JLL commercial real estate client projects and workplace standards. Managing budgets, schedules, vendors, risks, and regional project delivery.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $216,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in senior-level project management, including budget development, client relationship management, and compliance with contracts and regulations. Proficient in architectural concepts and project execution methodologies to ensure successful delivery of client projects.

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Project ManagementClient Relationship ManagementBudget DevelopmentArchitectural Drawings KnowledgeAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingRisk ManagementVendor ManagementDue DiligenceProgram ManagementPerformance ManagementContract ComplianceData AnalysisSpace PlanningMethodology Development

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMBA or Master's in Engineering or Architecture (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Project OversightGlobal Workplace StandardsStakeholder EngagementBest PracticesClient Expectations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct senior-level project management services on assigned JLL client projects, regions, and practices
Oversee, manage, and develop PDS Account and Program Management operations, including profit, platform, and people
Develop and execute project goals, schedules, budgets, strategies, assumptions, and methodologies
Establish project goals and success criteria aligned with JLL and client needs
Build client relationships and clarify project scopes, deliverables, performance standards, and relevant criteria
Coordinate due diligence and maintain required project documentation
Develop detailed project budgets using historical and market data
Serve as the primary senior-level client contact throughout projects
Guide clients and teams through design implementation, documentation, and signoff
Develop and maintain Master Project Schedules and manage timely project execution
Prepare RFPs and manage vendor and contractor selection
Facilitate project meetings and coordination with internal staff, stakeholders, and external users
Manage performance against schedules, milestones, and critical path items across multiple projects
Manage vendor and project team compliance with contracts, regulations, and client expectations
Identify, manage, and mitigate liabilities and risks
Refine business-unit and firm-wide best practices and standards of excellence
Support regional and national AGM targets
Expand existing client relationships and develop new relationships to enhance team revenues
Serve as a subject matter expert for a specific product or service
Support development of new product and service delivery ideas
Maintain accounts receivable within planned working capital levels
Provide due diligence and planning recommendations on budget, program, and procurement route
Review and support effective process and governance frameworks aligned with the Global Client team
Foster relationships with key client stakeholders and local business sponsors
Ensure implementation of global workplace standards and local office requirements
Lead project oversight, regional process and standards development, and local project delivery through handover to facilities management
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
MBA or Master’s in Engineering, Architecture, or similar studies preferred
2–5 years as SPM or in a similar role
Travel required as needed for project site visits
Ability to regularly communicate analyzed data to clients and teams to achieve project goals
Strong working knowledge of architectural drawings and furniture and space planning concepts
Highly organized with strong analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with executive-level internal and external clients and external team members
Ability to work primarily at a client site or project location when required
Face-to-face and/or remote daily interpersonal interaction is usually required
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
No visa sponsorship provided

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
Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical and emotional health
Remote work arrangement