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, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.

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

The Opportunity:

We are seeking expressions of interest from experienced Senior Project Managers to lead a highly significant and complex construction project within Australia's premier academic sector. This project represents a landmark opportunity due to the building's exceptional heritage status, architectural significance, and the scale of transformation required.

Project Characteristics

• Scale & Complexity: Major upgrade involving extensive refurbishment and modernization

• Heritage Significance: Working within strict conservation requirements and statutory regulations

• Stakeholder Environment: Multiple high-profile stakeholders requiring exceptional communication and coordination

• Industry Recognition Potential: Project expected to set new benchmarks for heritage construction management

• Strategic Importance: Critical infrastructure project with long-term institutional impact

Role Expectations

The successful candidate will demonstrate total responsibility for effective management across all project phases from initial establishment through to handover and closure. You will:

• Control planning, organizing, programming and rollout of this major upgrade project

• Manage complex stakeholder relationships and regulatory compliance requirements

• Lead contract negotiations, value engineering, and buildability analysis

• Ensure delivery of monthly project deliverables including Project Delivery Plans, Status Reports, and Anticipated Cost Reports

• Establish detailed project programmes with clear milestones and risk registers

• Manage RFP preparation, scope writing, and tendering processes

• Requirement to work from site 3 days per week as a minimum

Required Qualifications

• Degree in relevant Project or Construction Management discipline with ten (10) years experience, or combination of formal education and experience exceeding twelve (12) years

• Seven years minimum experience in Design, Construction, or Project Management

• Proven experience with heritage construction projects and regulatory compliance

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Microsoft Project, and cost reporting systems

• Understanding of ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO9001 compliance requirements

What This Opportunity Offers

This role presents the chance to lead a career-defining project that will enhance your professional standing within the industry. The successful delivery will position both the project manager and JLL for industry award nominations and recognition within the construction and heritage sectors.

Sound like you?  This is what we’re looking for:

• Relevant experience in construction project management or related field

• Strong interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with sound computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

• Possess an exceptional level of attention to detail with a high level of customer focus and stakeholder management.

• Ability to think, analyse, and problem-solve in high-pressure situations.

• Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks to complete within specified deadlines.

• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimum supervision.

• Proven comparable experience is essential when applying for Project Manager roles

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 continue 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:

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!

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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