Senior Project Manager

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way .

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Shaping the future of real estate for a better world

At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, people, planet, and communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.

We see a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work warmer, more optimistic, and more inclusive.

Our benefits are a good reason to come to JLL:

· Employee assistance programme

· Access to a range of well-being schemes and discounts

· Guaranteed superannuation contributions

· 18 weeks paid parental leave for Primary Carer after 6 months of service

· Flexible Work Arrangements may be available

What this job involves:

As a Senior Project Manager, you will control the planning, organising, programming and rollout of different types of work, from minor to major upgrades.

Reporting to the Senior Management Team, you will be expected to contribute independently to the tasks below. This means as an SPM, you demonstrate a high familiarity with the subject matter and are able to produce these deliverables with no guidance from senior team members. Senior Project Managers are able to validate and oversee deliverables produced by Project Coordinators, Assistant Project Managers and Project Managers. An SPM is expected to manage between 5 and 8 projects at various stages.

As the Senior Project Manager, you are expected to take total responsibility for the effective management of all phases of a project (or projects) from initial establishment to handover and project closure of your projects as well as any persons you manage. The role requires coordinating thought and leadership skills to encourage maximum contributions of all participants in the project and focus these to maximise outcomes for all stakeholders.

Ensure monthly project deliverables are completed; these include but not limited to:

Project Delivery Plans

Monthly Status Reports

Anticipated Cost Reports

Establish a detailed overall project programme that sets clear milestones and objectives to ensure successful project delivery.

Establish an accurate and up-to-date risk register.

RFP (Request for Proposal) preparation, scope writing and tendering

Led value engineering and buildability analysis and assisted in critically reviewing the design and documentation to minimize risk and maximize outcomes.

Lead contract negotiations and awards. 

Contract administration, ensuring contracts with clients, consultants and suppliers are properly executed and maintained. Carry out contract administration of all vendors professionally and in accordance with legal requirements to protect the commercial interests of the client and Jones Lang LaSalle.

BUSINESS OUTCOMES

Develop relationships with other business lines with JLL.

Where possible, introduce opportunities to other business lines within Jones Lang LaSalle.

Develop relationships with existing clients to increase the profile and exposure of Jones Lang LaSalle.

Manage project revenue and payment cycles to avoid bad debt.

Led the preparation of EOIs and pricing submissions to clients in order to win new work.

Assist in the development of quality templates for use by others using Project Toolkit.

Assist in external industry award nominations to promote the business within the industry.

KEY SKILLS

Experience with Aged Care, Development & Project Management

Confidently manage project delivery from inception to closure.

Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Microsoft Project and experience in managing cost reporting systems.

Understand the legal environment for each project in respect of planning, commercial aspects and delivery constraints.

Carry out commercial negotiations with contractors, suppliers, consultants, and authorities within established limits of authority.

Understand our obligations for complying with ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO9001 and Environmental Health and Safety legislation generally.

Assist in maintaining accreditations where applicable.

Ability to assess clients' basic needs and project constraints.

Ability to assist in the commercial assessment of new projects.

Have a detailed understanding of different delivery methods. I.e. Project Management, Construction Management, Managing Contractor and Warranted Price, Lump Sum etc.

Ability to assist in preparing project proposals and delivering presentations that may be required as part of securing new work.

EMPLOYEE SPECIFICATIONS

A degree in a relevant Project or Construction Management related discipline or related field and ten (10) years of experience or a combination of formal education and experience in excess of twelve (12) years, seven of which must be related to Design, Construction, or Project Management. 

What you can expect from us:

You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things, join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you.

As an organisation, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability, and that is why, for more than a decade, we have continued to rank among the world’s most ethical companies.

We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.

Location:

On-site –Sydney, NSW

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table

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