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About the RoleReporting to the Project Director, the Senior Project Manager will work closely with the South Australian leadership team, including the State Lead, Commercial Manager, and Operations Manager. This position oversees a team of Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Coordinators managing a portfolio of 5-8 projects simultaneously across various stages of delivery.
The Senior Project Manager takes complete responsibility for the effective management of all project phases, from initial establishment through to handover and closure. This role requires strong leadership and coordination skills to maximise contributions from all project participants and deliver optimal outcomes for stakeholders. As a senior member of the team, you will work independently with minimal guidance, while also mentoring and developing less experienced colleagues through coaching in all aspects of project management.
Key Responsibilities
Establish project budgets in accordance with client requirements and manage and forecast expenditure to achieve completion within budget
Establish detailed overall project programmes that set clear milestones and objectives to ensure successful project delivery
Lead RFP (Request for Proposal) preparation, scope writing, tendering processes, contract negotiations and award
Lead value engineering, buildability analysis, and critically review design and documentation to minimise risk and maximise outcomes
Administer contracts with clients, consultants and suppliers, ensuring proper execution and maintenance in accordance with legal requirements to protect commercial interests of both the client and Jones Lang LaSalle
Establish and maintain anticipated cost reports, including cash flows and accruals, ensuring invoices from vendors are submitted in a timely manner to both clients and JLL accounting
Implement and maintain JLL Health, Safety and Environmental systems and ensure a Safety and Environmental Plan is in place and actively complied with
Manage completion of project close-out, including financial close-out and contractual documents (as-builts, deeds of release, client training, etc.)
Validate and oversee deliverables produced by Project Coordinators, Assistant Project Managers and Project Managers
Mentor and coach less experienced colleagues in all aspects of project management
You Will Have
A degree in a relevant Project or Construction Management related discipline or related field with 10 years' experience, or 12 years experience relating to Design, Construction, or Project Management
Demonstrated ability to confidently manage project delivery from inception to closure
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Microsoft Project and experience in managing cost reporting systems
Strong understanding of the legal environment for projects in respect of planning, commercial aspects and delivery constraints
Proven ability to carry out commercial negotiations with contractors, suppliers, consultants and authorities within established limits of authority
Experience working with ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO9001 and Environmental Health and Safety legislation generally
Detailed understanding of different delivery methods including Project Management, Construction Management, Managing Contractor and Warranted Price, Lump Sum, etc.
What to Expect from Us:
As an organisation, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity and building an inclusive workplace.
This is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We support applications from all underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBT+, people with disability and people of all age, religions, and race.
We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.
Apply today and quote ECREQ513711.
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. 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.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
