Chicago, IL, USA
11 days ago
Team Lead, Sustainable Buildings

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.   

We are currently seeking a Team Lead specializing in Sustainable Buildings to join our Sustainability Consulting team. Our team’s priorities are:  

Delivering strategic solutions for clients  

Actively collaborating across platforms  

Developing our people and inspiring others  

Supporting ambitions beyond the workplace  

Applying new technology and data to drive change  

 

What this job involves   
 

Supporting and managing industry changing projects  

As a Team Lead at JLL, you will be directly responsible for overseeing a team of Sustainable Buildings subject matter experts and providing oversight for challenging client projects. Your strong knowledge of construction projects from start to finish will speak to your ability to push the business forward through innovative and industry changing ideas. You will contribute to the development of project budgeting and scheduling and overseeing the strategy and execution through completion of construction. You will be focused on the client experience by providing innovative solutions to conflicting priorities. 

Being collaborative, client focused, and team driven  

You are focused on creating an energized and collaborative environment. Your primary focus will be team management and  driving client satisfaction through teamwork and relationship development. You are proactive and forward thinking, seeking to understand the needs perspectives and motivations of your team and your clients. You will deliver consistent, timely, high quality work meeting project requirements in a cost-effective way. You will also be able to scope and manage complex projects and oversee SPMs, PMs, and APMs managing projects of varying sizes.  

 

Job Activities (sampling)  

 

Leading and Managing a High-Performance Team 

Lead a team of Sustainable Buildings subject matter expert Senior Project Managers (SPMs), Project Managers (PMs), and Associate Project Managers (APMs) 

Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of teamwork, ethics and excellence 

In coordination with the Team Leads on the Sustainable Buildings management team, allocate resources effectively across multiple projects and clients 

 

Project Oversight 

Provide oversight on complex, high-value sustainable building projects and programs such as ratings and certifications, design and construction standards, master planning, and decarbonization 

Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality services across all projects 

Resolve escalated issues on behalf of the team and manage client relationships 
 

Leadership 

Act as a key member of the Sustainable Buildings management team, supporting the Sustainable Buildings Practice Lead 

Support the strategic vision for the team, aligning with JLL's overall sustainability goals 

Identify emerging trends and opportunities in sustainable building practices and provide advisory on the integration within service offerings 

Contribute to thought leadership initiatives, including whitepapers, articles, and speaking engagements 

Collaborate with other JLL departments to integrate sustainability across the organization 
 

Business Development 

Win a minimum of $300k worth of individual sales credit annually via net new wins, client renewals and day-2 services 

Drive business growth by identifying and pursuing new opportunities 

Cultivate, maintain, and expand existing relationships and service offerings with key clients and industry partners 

Represent JLL at industry events and conferences to enhance the company's profile in sustainable buildings 

 
Financial Management 

Support financial budgeting/forecasting for the department through regular updates and coordination with finance 

Ensure project profitability through resource management, pricing and innovation 
 

Sound like the job you’re looking for? Before you apply it’s also worth knowing what we’re looking for:  
 

Education and experience  

8-10 years’+ experience in Real Estate Sustainability, Corporate Environmental Management or similar, with at least 2 years in a leadership role with direct reports.  

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred) in environmental science, engineering, real estate, architecture, business, or related field with strong record of academic achievement  

Proven track record of leading teams and managing complex, large-scale sustainable building projects/programs 

Deep knowledge of design, construction, and operations of buildings, as well as knowledge of Architectural, Landscape, Civil and MEP systems and sustainable strategies 

Strong understanding of global ESG trends and their application in commercial real estate 

Strong understanding of third-party certification processes and procedures  

Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients 

Highly organized with strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills 

Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management 

Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at the executive level 

Demonstrated ability to drive business growth and foster existing and prospective client relationships 

LEED AP, WELL AP and/or Fitwel Ambassador, LFA  and other related credentials 

Tech minded   

The real estate and construction industries are consistently changing with technology. You’ll need to make technology work to your advantage. You must demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of project management technology tools and continually seek opportunities to develop your skillset.  

 

An achiever  

We’ll expect you to act decisively, think big, and manage your time to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high volume environment. Most importantly, you’ll want to contribute to a diverse, supportive, and talented team.  

Estimated total compensation for this position:

140,000.00 – 175,000.00 USD per year

The total compensation range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on an applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data .

Location:

Remote –Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Denver, CO, Los Angeles, CA, New York, NY, Pittsburgh, PA, Raleigh, NC, San Diego, CA, Seattle, WA

Job Tags:

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

JLL Privacy Notice

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.

For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement.

For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.

For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action policy here.

This position may require you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If required, you’ll be asked to provide proof that you’re fully vaccinated upon your start date. You’re considered fully vaccinated two weeks after you receive the second dose of a two-dose vaccine series (e.g., Pfizer or Moderna) or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine (e.g., Johnson & Johnson/Janssen). Failure to provide proof of vaccination may result in termination. 

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process –  you may contact us at Accommodation Requests. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.

Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

California Residents only

If you are a California resident as defined in the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) please view our Supplemental Privacy Statement which describes your rights and disclosures about your personal information. If you are viewing this on a mobile device you may want to view the CCPA version on a larger device.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.

Confirm your E-mail: Send Email