Project Manager, Sustainable Buildings

JLL is seeking a Project Manager for Sustainable Buildings to join their Sustainability Consulting team. This remote or hybrid role involves managing sustainability projects, collaborating with clients and vendors, and delivering strategic solutions. Key responsibilities include leading meetings, tracking sustainability metrics, and ensuring compliance with green building certifications. The ideal candidate will have knowledge in commercial real estate, sustainability, and project management.
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We are currently seeking a Project Manager specializing in Sustainable Building design & construction to join our Sustainability Consulting team. This is a remote or hybrid position based in the U.S. or Canada. Candidates located near a JLL office would work both on-site and remotely. 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

What this job involves

Supporting and managing industry-changing projects

As a Project Manager at JLL, you will be directly responsible for working with a team to deliver challenging sustainability projects related to new construction and existing building operations. Your continuous development of skills and adoption of new technologies is key to the impact you will have in this role. You will interact with clients and vendors to develop collaborative solutions, manage project-related documentation, perform research, conduct weekly meetings, and develop reports and memos communicating technical details, processes, and action items.

Your knowledge of commercial real estate operations, sustainability, and energy management, construction, and/or architectural industry will speak to your ability to support your team in delivering interesting and industry-changing projects.

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 independently manage projects of varying sizes.

Job Activities (sampling)
• Lead project meetings, charrettes, and presentations
• Develop and track sustainability metrics and goals
• Complete documentation including plans and calculations to achieve green building certifications (such as LEED, WELL, Zero Carbon, etc.)
• Develop technical documentation, proposals, and presentations to clients
• Provide written and oral comments and reports to design teams, owners, or contractors
• If needed, conduct project job site visits during construction to monitor progress and ensure conformance to sustainable design specifications, owner expectations, and building codes
• Support project executives on large complex projects and assignments
• Proactively manage project-related issues on account or assignment
• Develop scope and schedule for assigned projects
• Manage financials on assigned projects (project set up, invoices, AR, etc.)
• Demonstrate a proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Make independent decisions with regard to specific job duties. Seek guidance on decisions outside work scope.

Sound like the job you're looking for? Before you apply, it's also worth knowing what we're looking for:

Education and experience
• 3-6 years' experience in real estate sustainability, corporate environmental management, or energy efficiency
• LEED AP, WELL AP, and/or Fitwel Ambassador experience preferred
• BA/BS degree in environmental science, engineering, real estate, architecture, or related field with strong record of academic achievement
• Experience with embodied carbon / sustainable material specification preferred
• Experience with the following is a plus: GRESB, CDP, GRI, TCFD, SASB, ENERGY STAR, Building HVAC Systems, International Living Futures Institute, Net Zero, Passive House, Zero Waste
• Possess strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects

Tech-minded

The real estate and construction industries are consistently changing with technology. You'll need to make technology work to your advantage. You must demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of project management technology tools and continually seek opportunities to develop your skillset.

An achiever

We'll expect you to act decisively, think big, and manage your time to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Most importantly, you'll want to contribute to a diverse, supportive, and talented team.

Estimated total compensation range for this position is:

90,000.00 – 125,000.00 USD per year

The pay range listed is a total compensation range including bonus, if applicable. The provided range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Location:

Remote – Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Denver, CO, Los Angeles, CA, New York, NY, Pittsburgh, PA, Raleigh, NC, San Diego, CA, Seattle, WA

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table.

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Flexible and Remote Work Arrangements may be available

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