Project Manager- Construction

What this job involves

As a Project Manager at JLL, you'll take ownership of construction and real estate projects from initiation through closeout, serving as the central point of coordination for clients, contractors, and cross-functional teams. This role places you at the heart of project delivery, where you'll balance technical expertise with strong relationship-building skills to keep projects on track, on budget, and aligned with quality standards. You'll manage everything from secure facility construction and ICD-705 compliant upgrades to light manufacturing, machining, and infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless execution across all phases.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Manage project execution including scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements while serving as the primary client contact throughout delivery
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams including architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and seamless communication
• Oversee building infrastructure, space buildout, and secure facility construction projects, including ICD-705 compliant upgrades and new secure facility buildouts, maintaining strict operational security protocols
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budget tracking systems, and risk logs to proactively identify and address potential issues
• Review and process contractor submittals, RFIs, change orders, and payment applications to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely approvals
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress, verify quality control standards, and ensure compliance with safety regulations
• Facilitate project meetings including design reviews, construction coordination sessions, and client status updates to keep all stakeholders informed
• Prepare comprehensive project documentation, meeting minutes, and status reports that provide clear visibility into project health and milestones
• Maintain organized project files including drawings, specifications, correspondence, and closeout documentation for audit readiness and knowledge transfer

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of project management or construction management experience managing light manufacturing, machining, and infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated success delivering projects on time and within budget. Strong proficiency in project management software (MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, sequencing, and building codes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients, contractors, and senior leadership
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Availability for full-time on-site presence as required by project needs. US citizenship is required for this position due to government contract requirements

Preferred qualifications

• Experience supporting secure facility projects or government construction programs
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain clearance for defense industry clients
• Familiarity with secure facility construction practices, security protocols, and OPSEC requirements
• Knowledge of ICD-705 standards and classified project delivery methodologies
• Professional certification such as PMP, CCM, or LEED accreditation