[Remote] Team Lead – Sr. Project Manager, Critical Facilities

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. JLL is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services, committed to empowering their employees to thrive. The Team Lead – Sr. Project Manager will oversee critical infrastructure projects, leading a team of project managers and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met while maintaining compliance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex, multi-sector MEP and critical infrastructure projects from inception through closeout, ensuring project goals, timelines, and budgets are met. Activities span preconstruction (design, entitlements, bidding, permitting) through execution (schedule, commissioning, closeout)
• Serve as the primary senior-level contact for clients, stakeholders, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle. Guide all parties through design, implementation, and sign-off phases
• Develop and maintain detailed project budgets and master schedules, based on market data and client-specific needs
• Oversee due diligence, documentation, contract/vendor selection, and performance management to ensure compliance with all JLL, client, and regulatory standards
• Interface extensively with engineers, architects, property managers, vendors, and client leadership to integrate new MEP systems into existing building infrastructure
• Actively identify, manage, and escalate risk areas (e.g., liability, reputation, compliance) to senior management and ensure contractual requirements are met
• Attend and lead project meetings (internal, client, vendor)
• Review drawings, resolve design and technical issues, and oversee field activities
• Manage project schedules, budget tracking, change orders, and approvals
• Address immediate project risks or escalations
• Communicate progress, issues, and solutions to clients and management

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required
• Minimum 8-10 years project management experience; at least 5 years overseeing MEP-heavy and/or mission-critical projects, with prior direct people management experience
• Demonstrated experience supervising/mentoring multiple project managers and managing all project phases (inception to closeout)
• Experience working with institutional, corporate, and mission-critical facility clients
• Track record of excellence in client relationship management and delivery of complex projects
• Strong understanding of JLL's standards of service, business ethics, and commitment to diversity, inclusion, and wellness
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or similar relevant certification
• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) in engineering or management
• Project management and safety certifications (e.g., PMP, OSHA)
• Experience leading national teams and leveraging cross-discipline teams

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

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