Senior Vice President, Sports Venue Projects

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.   

What this job involves

As a Senior Vice President, Projects at JLL, you will play a vital role in shaping a brighter future for our clients, employees, and yourself. You will be empowered to thrive in a collaborative culture that embraces innovation and encourages career advancement. Together, we champion inclusivity, belonging, and the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path to success.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Lead and oversee all sports venue project management activities: Take ownership of project deliverables, ensure successful implementation of projects, and manage project budgets and timelines.
• Drive client satisfaction: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understand their needs, and exceed their expectations by providing unparalleled project management expertise.
• Foster collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues locally and globally to create effective teams, leveraging diverse perspectives and skills to deliver exceptional projects.
• Innovate and improve: Embrace innovative ways of working, identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve project delivery, and stay ahead of industry trends.
• Mentor and develop talent: Support the growth and development of project management teams, providing guidance, coaching, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Champion JLL's values: Uphold JLL's commitment to teamwork, wellbeing, inclusivity, and belonging, both within the organization and in relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Drive business growth: Collaborate with business leaders to develop and execute strategies that drive revenue growth, enhance client retention, and expand the project management business.

Required qualifications:

• Extensive experience: Minimum of 10 years of project management experience, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex sports venue projects within the commercial real estate industry.
• Large-scale project leadership: Demonstrated successful track record of leading and delivering sports venue projects valued at $1 billion or more, including managing complex stakeholder relationships, multi-phase implementations, and large-scale budget oversight.
• Strategic mindset: Demonstrated ability to think strategically, develop innovative solutions, and drive business growth.
• Leadership excellence: Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate individuals and teams to achieve exceptional results.
• Client focus: Exceptional client relationship management skills, with a strong commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and exceeding client expectations.
• Communication and influence: Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively influence and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to lead teams in developing timely and effective solutions to complex project challenges.
• Bachelor's degree: A bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or a related field is required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Professional certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or other relevant certifications (e.g., LEED, Six Sigma) is preferred.
• Global experience: Experience managing projects across different geographies and cultures is highly desirable.
• Real estate expertise:��Knowledge of the commercial real estate industry, including lease agreements, construction practices, and building systems, is a plus.
• Financial acumen: Strong financial management skills, with the ability to develop and manage project budgets, financial forecasts, and financial models.
• Team leadership: Proven experience leading and managing high-performing project management teams.
• Technology proficiency: Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera, Procore) is an advantage.
• Advanced degree: A master's d