Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

Our people at JLL 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 Construction Project Manager to join our Project and Development Services team with open roles in both Ohio and Indiana. In this role, you'll manage complex commercial construction and real estate projects from planning and design through construction and closeout. You will be responsible for developing project scopes, managing schedules and construction budgets, reviewing construction documents, coordinating project stakeholders, and ensuring successful project delivery in alignment with client objectives.

At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees. You'll provide superior client service while proactively managing project risks and issues, overseeing construction activities, conducting project meetings, coordinating procurement and vendor activities, and maintaining meticulous project documentation. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, and you'll work alongside talented professionals committed to delivering exceptional project outcomes.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Manage large-scale commercial construction projects from concept, design, and pre-construction through construction, commissioning, and project closeout
• Develop and maintain detailed project scopes, construction budgets, cost forecasts, and master project schedules that align with client objectives
• Review and interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) drawings and specifications to ensure project requirements are clearly understood and executed
• Conduct and document regular project meetings with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Coordinate procurement activities, vendor RFPs, contractor bidding processes, and contract administration
• Manage general contractor and subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance with project specifications, schedules, safety requirements, and quality standards
• Monitor project progress, identify schedule risks, and proactively resolve construction-related issues to minimize delays and budget impacts
• Review and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, construction schedules, and project documentation throughout the project lifecycle
• Negotiate with contractors and subcontractors to secure favorable pricing, contract terms, and quality deliverables
• Prepare project status reports, track project financials, process purchase orders and invoices, and maintain accurate cost-control and forecasting documentation
• Coordinate building inspections, permit requirements, commissioning activities, punch-list completion, and project turnover processes
• Manage accounts receivable and project financial reporting in accordance with corporate finance guidelines

Required qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Sciences, or a related field; equivalent construction management experience will also be considered
• 4+ years of commercial construction project management experience managing projects from design through construction and closeout
• Proven experience…