Senior Project Manager, Sustainable Buildings

JLL Sustainability | Senior Project Manager, Sustainable Buildings

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.

Pay: $115,000 - $150,000 + 10% annual target bonus

Schedule:

Hybrid; 2 days per week in office (flexible)

Location:

Seattle, WA;
San Francisco, CA; or Los Angeles, CA preferred. Also open to Chicago, IL or Atlanta, GA

What this job involves:

We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager specializing in Sustainable Building design & construction 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

Supporting and managing industry changing projects

As a Senior Project Manager at JLL, you will be directly responsible for leading and delivering challenging 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 oversee 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 project delivery and driving client satisfaction through teamwork and relationship development. You are proactive and forward thinking, seeking to understand the needs perspectives and motivations of 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 PMs and APMs managing projects of varying sizes.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Responsible for the successful development and delivery of all activities related to achieving environmental and sustainability objectives for projects. Projects are typically fit-outs, retrofits, building upgrades, energy and sustainability projects, and new development.
• Conduct project team meetings and provide written and oral comments and reports to design teams, owners, contractors, and sub-contractors.
• Develop scope and schedule for projects and proactively manage any project-related issues.
• Manage financials on assigned projects (project set up, invoices, AR, etc.).
• Complete LEED, WELL, and Fitwel documentation including plans and calculations.
• Consistently demonstrate subject matter expertise on energy performance optimization, water efficiency, indoor environmental quality, materials and resources, policies and programs, and sustainability in the built environment
• Demonstrate high energy for the business, ability to energize others, and the willingness to take risks and make tough decisions.
• Maintain, develop, source, and cultivate client relationships and manage conflict resolution.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all firm-provided technology as required.
• Lead the development, evaluation, and implementation of energy projects including lighting, HVAC, operational improvements/benefits/risk mitigation, and other building efficiency improvement measures. Focus on developing a complete turnkey project scope, budget, schedule, and business case and support effective project implementation. Advise on commissioning (Cx) and Measurement & Verification (M&V) strategies to ensure project success.
• Manage the implementation of energy efficiency and environmentally responsible projects of all types.
• Demonstrate a proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Required Qualifications:

• 6-10 years' experience in Real Estate Sustainability, Corporate Environmental Management or energy efficiency
• LEED AP, WELL AP and/or Fitwel Ambassador, LBC and other related credentials
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in environmental science, engineering, real estate, architecture, or related field with strong record of academic achievement
• Knowledge of Architectural, Landscape, Civil and MEP systems and sustainable strategies
• Experience with embodied carbon, EC3 / One Click LCA / or equivalent, sustainable material specification preferred
• Ability to communicate technical requirements for LEED certification, specifically NC, CS, CI, and EBOM
• Deep knowledge of design, construction,…