Senior Sustainability Project Manager

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 opportunity involves:
We seek a Senior Sustainability Project Manager with minimum 05-07 years of experience in the Construction or IT field to join our team. You will be responsible for the delivering globally dispersed, high impact energy and water metering projects. You will partner with colleagues and vendors all over the globe in support of Amazon’s climate goals.

JLL's purpose-driven global metering program delivers impact on climate action for sustainable real estate, healthy spaces for all people and thriving communities. The first step and arguably most important step, is to capture and compile our data to draw valuable insights. We are a rapidly expanding team, and over time we continuously support your growth with development opportunities available within our expansive organization.

Role Responsibilities:  

• Support Program Leads in executing multiple globally dispersed projects and assignments. 
• Track scope, schedule and budget for assigned projects. 
• Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential risks surrounding Landlord and building owner coordination, hardware deployments, project logistical issues, budget, and scope.
• Coordinate and track all Vendor Request For Information (“RFIs”), Invoices and project documents.
• Interact, negotiate and problem solve with contractors and subcontractors while keeping Program leads well informed and escalating concerns.
• Prepare/update project status reports, process and approve invoices, update dashboards, and maintain files for due diligence, financials and closeout. 
• Actively track each aspect of project performance against schedules and critical path.
• Coordinate the activities and access for contractors within globally dispersed facilities.
• Demonstrate a proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements, in a timely and cost-effective manner. 
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all Project Development Services technology, as required for assigned projects.
• Manage project cash flow and forecast accuracy.

Sound like you? To apply you need to be/have:

• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of relevant work experience – or a combination of relevant work experience, education, or Military experience in IT, construction management or engineering roles.
• Strong ability to prepare, track and report on budgets through use of accounting and management software.
• Understanding of technical and network requirements for electrical, water and gas utility metering systems.
• Able to adapt and prioritize meeting deadlines in a fast-paced team or an independent environment.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to successfully communicate with architects, contractors, client’s representatives, and team members.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel applications and the ability to learn others quickly.
• Familiarity with networks, security and communication protocols, building management systems and utility metering. API and LoRaWan devices/ systems a plus.
• Experience with customs and international logistics
• A passion for Sustainability and creating a positive impact
• Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and ability to work autonomously.
• Advanced Excel skills, efficient management of Office Management tools like Smartsheets and Project management trackers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience working in a collaborative way with clients and other stakeholders to identify and solution for effective and impactful communications and engagement
• Experience working with corporate clients, commercial property, property managers and an understanding of the landlord and tenant relationship is desirable
• Excellent ability to build relationships with clients and