JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
JLL is growing! We are currently seeking dynamic individuals for the role of Project Manager (PM) in either Calgary and Edmonton. The PM will provide reliable, timely, and professional leadership of day-to-day project management activities for major capital projects in the public and private sectors. The position entails working with a diverse group of internal and external Stakeholders at all levels of their organizations, and the successful candidate will require the independent judgment to plan, prioritize, and organize a diverse workload. We will rely on your expertise to deliver exceptional project management supervision and superior client service and help grow the business.
This role will be required to travel as needed to client sites within the local area and potentially nation-wide.
What this job involves
Project Management:
Ensuring projects are completed within scope, schedule, budget, and meeting client expectations.
Managing multiple projects in various phases of development.
Negotiating and holding all parties accountable to their contracted services.
Managing and coordinating the activities of large project teams including owners, design consultants, contractors, suppliers, AHJs, security, AV and IT vendors, operators, and other stakeholders.
Coordinating between base building and tenant improvement scope and negotiating with landlords.
Developing, implementing and maintaining specified project management processes.
Proactively communicating with clients; maintaining project status and tracking reports.
Detailed financial and schedule management and reporting.
Utilizing a custom project management platform/technology.
Leading project meetings; ensuring minutes are quickly distributed and properly filed.
Proactively foreseeing and documenting project risks and risk mitigation plans.
Actively troubleshooting, problem solving and tracking project performance indicators.
Managing JLL’s financial performance per project.
Team Management:
Fostering a project environment of accountability, excellence, inclusivity, collaboration, and innovation.
Energizing, supervising, mentoring, and supporting others on your team.
Relationships:
Cultivating new and existing business relationships.
Collaborating with JLL peers, partners and clients.
Building trust with owners, landlords, developers, institutions, consultants, and contractors.
Growth:
Leading pursuit strategy, sourcing, positioning, proposing, and securing of new projects.
Strategically networking and positioning JLL as a leader in project management services
Required Qualifications:
Location: Calgary or Edmonton
Preference is an established local candidate with significant PM experience in the subject City having knowledge of its market, clients, contractors, consultants, and AHJs.
Mandatory Requirements: 5+ years of Professional Consulting experience as an Owner’s Representative Project Manager
Led major capital projects of from inception to completion without supervision
Cross-sector experience delivering projects in Commercial, Industrial, Retail, and Institutional, buildings
Project Controls experience in all aspects: Financial, Schedule, Quality, Risk, Procurement
Demonstrated client relationship management skills
Strong analytical skills and solution development
Outstanding organizational and time management skills
Expert verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail and ability to drive consistency in a team or on a project
Computer proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe and Microsoft Project
Scheduling, estimating, cost control experience
Ability to excel in a fast-paced and demanding environment
Ability to travel as needed in Western Canada
Preferred Attributes
Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Project Management, Construction Management Sciences, Real Estate Development, Architecture, Planning, and/or Engineering
Project Management Professional (PMP) designation
LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) or other recognized designation in Sustainability
Lease and real estate transaction negotiation knowledge
Public sector infrastructure project experience (healthcare, education, government)
Corporate Office Tenant Improvements project experience
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
