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Vice President

Position Overview

The VP, Projects directs, manages, and executes senior level project management services on assigned projects utilizing and managing a team of professionals to provide superior client service.  Projects are larger, more complex and vary in scope.  This is usually a Player/Coach role.
 

Essential Functions

As a Vice President at JLL, you will be directly responsible for generating, leading, and delivering challenging projects. Your priorities will lie in leveraging your network and focusing on clients’ priorities while managing complex projects in multiple sectors, types, and sizes. Being forward thinking and consistently demonstrating initiative to adopt new technologies and develop efficient processes is key to the impact you will have in this role. 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.

Being at the heart of the team

You are an individual who sees the big picture, acts decisively, and focuses on creating an energized and collaborative environment. As Vice President, you will contribute to building progressive strategies through financial acumen and desire to drive results as a team. You will be directly responsible for growing and developing successful, diverse, and inclusive teams. Success will be measured by your ability to lead change by translating vision to realistic strategies and team goals.

Embracing the human side of business

You are client focused, committed to cultivating business relationships, and possess strong interpersonal awareness to develop and grow programs within a selected market. As Vice President, you will also be focused on the client experience, consistently delivering tailored solutions by leveraging the JLL platform across business lines. You will demonstrate the ability to contribute to the culture, growth and development of a team. You will have a holistic understanding of the business unit’s overall strategy and team goals.

Skillset

Assumes a lead project and development/management role in the development and execution of strategy for a team.  Demonstrates high energy for the business, ability to energize others, and the willingness to take risks and make tough decisions.Oversee project implementation and execution through completion of construction.Projects may also be ground-up.  Responsibilities may include, but is not limited to pre-construction duties (e.g. programming, design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, consultant selection, design team selection, schedule creation, contractor selection, and vendor selection), ground-breaking, and all management of all of the aforementioned.  Negotiate contracts with each selected team member/vendor.Extensive interface with architects, client staff, property managers and vendors.Maintain client relationships and manage conflict resolution. Provide appropriate level of on-site supervision to ensure project performance criteria are being met.Performance management of all contracted vendors, consultants, etc.Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk (fee, our reputation, errors, and omissions, etc.) to Manager.Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all PDS technology as required for assigned projects.Manage vendor and project team performance to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, all regulating entities and client expectations.  Conveys acceptable practices and policies to team.  Makes independent judgments related to operating procedures impacting assigned projects.Demonstrates highly visible commitment to creating a “one-firm firm” by utilizing cross-discipline teams to meet client needs. Contributes where needed and/or requested by JLL Management Committee, Region Manager or Market Lead in the refinement of best practices of standards of excellence for the business unit and JLL overall.Ensures that Manager and/or Regional Manager is fully and accurately informed of all projects, internal and client issues affecting the perception of the local, national, and global reputation of the firm.Lead relationship manager for a single strategic alliance clientMay be responsible for developing and managing a team of peopleMay recommend and/or takes actions regarding team talent (with involvement of Human Resources) to SVP/Managing Director or Regional Manager. 

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Preference towards a Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.Ability to regularly communicate analyzed data to client and team to achieve project goalsStrong working knowledge of architectural drawings and furniture and space planning concepts.Highly organized with strong analytical skills.Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients as well as external team members (architects, contractors, client’s representatives, etc.).Ability to manage all aspects of construction projects effectively and efficiently including, but not limited to budgeting, scheduling, submittals, change orders.Fully competent at managing all types/sizes of projects.Extensive knowledge of MS Office applications and MS Project. Previous experience effectively supervising, training, mentoring, and evaluating several project managers at various levels within the organization or team.Ability to develop and cultivate business relationships with existing and prospective clientsA strong working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, budgeting, scheduling, and process as they relate to corporate real estateAbility to lead individuals across a national platform to deliver superior results in client service.Experience working with landlords, developers, institutional owners, and municipalities

Estimated total compensation ran for this position is:

174,000.00 – 253,000.00 USD per year

The pay range listed is a total compensation range including bonus, if applicable. The provided range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data.

Location:

On-site –New York, NY

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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