Project Director- West Region at JLL

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 youve got deep experience in commercial real estate skilled trades or technology or youre looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. PDS West Region Project Director - AMGEN AccountPosition OverviewJLL is seeking an experienced Project Director to manage our West Region sites for the AMGEN account. Sites include: Thousand Oaks CA; Burnaby CAN; South San Francisco CA. The successful candidate will lead and develop a diverse team of professionals while providing strategic guidance and managing complex client expectations in the highly regulated life science industry.The Director of Projects is a driven leader able to lead a team of professionals to exceed clients expectations for all project management services. They are a pro-active leader who partners with our client to translate the clients business requirements into world class actions plans to be executed by the team. They serve as the clients trusted advisor to discuss long-term client strategies. A credible impactful communicator he/she operates with a no surprise approach. Having a successful track record of leading high-performing teams including remote/virtual teams will ensure that only the highest caliber talent is assigned to support the clients business and that employees and third-party contract resources are held to rigorous performance standards. The Director of Projects takes a wholistic view of project delivery teams across the program to ensure teams are properly supported with resources to deliver project successfully and held accountable to governance functions and remain in compliance with client and JLL policies and procedures. The Director of Projects provides input into Key Performance Indicator development which measures success of project delivery and client satisfaction. They leverage metrics to ensure programs are managed in a manner that is data driven to track and measure trends in performance. The Director of Projects is also a proven leader and manager of people capable of developing talent into a high-performing world class team.Team StructureThis leadership position oversees a comprehensive team including:Project Managers & Senior Project ManagersProject Controls and Associate Project ManagersEngineering Technical LeadsCapital Planning ManagersEHS ManagersSourcingFinanceKey ResponsibilitiesLeader:Serve as a leader for a major region in North America including the accountability for the execution of the annual capital plan monthly forecasts cash flow analysis and creation and safe execution of the small capital project program execution.Ensure client satisfaction with stakeholders at all levels in the organization; demonstrate leadership responsiveness and creativity.Manage adherence to financial plans fee allocation and budget. Ensure allocation of proper resources to preserve account profitability. Understanding of Gross Margin Accounts Receivables Profit & Loss Time and Expense.Maintain client relationships and manage conflict resolution.Develop relationships with consultants/contractors/vendors and hold them accountable for their performance.Develop programs techniques and policies & procedures for efficient and profitable operations. Ensure a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.Evaluate recommendations from project managers and site leads on the vendor proposals according to JLL and the Clients specificationsIntegrate project management services with the other JLL services provided within the account in a collaborative manner to provide integrated and seamless delivery to the client.Small Capital Project Program Management:Monitor & participate in project status reviews and assist in risk mitigation of issues related to cost schedule safety quality scope and ongoing business operations.Serve as point of escalation to resolve conflicts between vendors client and project teams as necessary.Collaborate with Sourcing to ensure procedures for purchasing materials and services are aligned with client needs and in accordance with Companys purchasing procedures.Holds project delivery teams accountable for meeting or exceeding KPI target goals.Develops and utilizes dashboards and metrics for resource planning forecasting and cost management.Formulate and review budgets for program and ensure compliance with the clients funding requirements and process.Monitor and track overall project process from project initiation through execution and close-out ensuring safety compliance with the project process appropriate resourcing profitability etc.Enforce all standard operating procedures codes and regulations.Ensure areas and processes are in optimum conditions for audit readiness and complianceEnsure daily building inspections and monthly job-walks with vendors to ensure contracted scope is met are performed.Review and approve Project Charters and Change Orders to ensure alignment with Clients program goals.Drive data excellence and improve credibility in the reporting that is produced.Perform additional job duties as requested.Value and Innovation:Work in cooperation with Finance and the Project Teams to ensure that financial transactions are processed in an orderly and timely fashion-goal to ensure invoice amounts are correct and paid on time.Develop and oversee delivery via program & project execution plans to maximize coordination and support between Capital Planning Procurement Engineering Controls and Project Execution teams.Support driving the Life Cycle Asset Management Program and collaborate with Facilities Management to provide coordinated and seamless service to the client.Work closely with the client to develop and implement innovative programs processes and producers that reduce short and long team operating cost efficiencies and increased productivityQualificationsBachelors degree in engineering construction management or architecture. Advanced degree and/or PE preferred.10 years experience demonstrating their advanced project management skills and experience managing a variety of projects sizes types and complexities including at least 5 years in a supervisory role.Experience in the execution of the capital program of large and complex organizations.Pharmaceutical industry or other regulated environments preferred.Ability to multitask and be responsive to multiple stakeholders on a wide array of time sensitive issues.Ability to work as a team in a collaborative manner across JLL and clients various functional groups leadership and governance structures.Must have strong background in people clients and supplier contract managementExcellent interpersonal skills executive presence organization skills and strong analytical abilityMust be willing to train and become proficient in Jones Lang LaSalles and clients project management softwares and develop an advanced knowledge of PDS Platform (including Adaptive Work eBuilder E1 and other related project tools & Templates.Knowledge of interconnection points with other Jones Lang LaSalle Service Lines (e.g. Integrated Facilities Management Engineering Occupancy Planning & Move-Add-Change Projects) and expertise in how to leverage these services to maximize our value proposition and identify additional opportunities to serve our clients.Demonstrate a high level of performance in program budgeting contract negotiations and scheduling.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent PC skills and proficiency in Word PowerPoint Excel and Project software.Demonstrate an ability to develop a continuous improvement and development program for their own growth plan.Demonstrate an ability to bring Leadership and or Subject Matter Expertise to other Jones Lang LaSalle Project and Development Services clients and employees.Initiate and champion changes to optimize simplify and standardize processes. Challenge the status quo when appropriate.People Development SkillsDemonstrated ability to coach and mentor team members to achieve professional growthExperience creating individualized development plans tailored to team members career aspirationsSkill in identifying strengths and areas for improvement in direct reportsProven track record of promoting high-performing team membersAbility to provide constructive feedback in a supportive mannerExperience facilitating team building and professional development workshopsSuccessfully recruit and onboard new employees.Complete annual performance review and oversee any performance related issues of team members as required.Strong emotional intelligence and ability to adapt leadership style to different team membersTrack record of creating a culture of continuous learning and improvementExperience implementing cross-training programs to enhance team capabilitiesAbility to identify and develop future leaders within the organizationEnsure Safety First is executed at workplace and culture.Work together lead by example be a team player and collaborate with other JLL counterparts project leads facilities managers chief engineers and co-workers.Client Relationship Management SkillsProven ability to build and maintain strong trust-based client relationships at multiple levelsExperience serving as a strategic advisor to client stakeholders in complex manufacturing environmentsSkill in managing client expectations through transparent and proactive communicationDemonstrated ability to translate client business objectives into actionable project solutionsExperience leading stakeholder engagement sessions to align priorities and resolve conflictsProven track record of identifying and pursuing additional client opportunitiesAbility to navigate complex client organizational structures and build key relationshipsExperience developing client-specific strategic service delivery plansSkill in turning challenging client situations into opportunities for relationship strengtheningDemonstrated success in becoming a trusted extension of the clients teamPreferred Experience/SkillsLife Science Healthcare or Commercial Building construction project management experienceExperience with project scope development budgeting scheduling and contract negotiationsStrong leadership and communication skillsAbility to navigate complex client relationships and manage prioritiesAbout JLLJLL (NYSE: JLL) is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. We shape the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients our people and our communities.JLL is an Equal Opportunity EmployerEstimated compensation for this position:150000..00 USD per yearThis range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications location market conditions and internal considerations.Location:On-site South San Francisco CA Thousand Oaks CAIf this job description resonates with you we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all the requirements. 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