Charlotte, NC, USA
5 days ago
Director, PDS Projects

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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.   

Responsible for supporting project managers and teams by providing analytical support, maintaining project controls, and ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of project data and reports. This role is crucial in maintaining project rigor, reviewing controls for scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring data integrity, documenting processes, and improving reporting processes.  This position will focus on maintaining day-to-day rigor, reviewing controls for scope, schedule, and budget, and improving reporting processes. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting project teams and ensuring the successful delivery of projects through data-driven insights and analytical support.

Project Schedule Management (Review project schedules using project management software; Monitor project milestones and deadlines; identifying potential delays or conflicts; Analyze critical paths and dependencies to optimize project timelines; Provide regular schedule updates to project managers and clients);

Budget Control and Analysis (Assist in developing and maintaining project budgets; Track actual costs against budgeted amounts, identifying variances and potential overruns; Perform cost analysis and forecasting to support decision-making; Prepare cost reports and financial summaries for project managers and clients);

Risk Management (Identify potential risks and issues that may impact project schedules or budgets; Assist in developing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans; Monitor and report on the status of identified risks throughout the project lifecycle);

Performance Metrics and KPIs (Assist with development and tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs) for projects; Create and maintain dashboards to visualize project performance; Analyze trends and patterns in project data to identify areas for improvement);

Reporting and Documentation (Prepare regular status reports, including progress updates, budget status, and risk assessments; Develop and maintain project documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness; Create ad-hoc reports and analyses as requested by project managers or clients);

Process Improvement (Identify opportunities to streamline project management processes; Develop and implement standardized templates and tools for project reporting; Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management methodologies);

Client Communication (Assist in preparing presentation materials for client meetings; Support project managers in communicating project status, risks, and issues to various audiences; Ensure that project information is accurately and consistently communicated across all channels);

Quality Control (Review project deliverables for accuracy and completeness; Ensure adherence to project management standards and best practices; Conduct regular audits of project data and documentation);

Resource Management (Assist in tracking resource allocation and utilization across projects; Identify potential resource conflicts and propose solutions; Support capacity planning efforts by providing data-driven insights);

Tools and Technology (Maintain proficiency in project management software and tools, including PMWeb; Provide technical support and training to team members on PM tools and processes; Evaluate and recommend new tools or technologies to enhance project management capabilities);

Cross-functional Collaboration (Work closely with various departments (e.g., Finance, Operations, Technology) to gather and validate project data; Facilitate communication and information flow between project teams and support functions; Participate in cross-functional meetings to represent the project management team).

Location:

On-site –Charlotte, NC

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  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. Some of these benefits may include:

401(k) plan with matching company contributions

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

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