Project Planning Manager (Remote)

JLL is a leading global professional services firm specializing in real estate and investment management. Our vision is to shape the future of real estate for a better world.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic Project Planning Manager to join our Corporate Estate Management team. This role will support the acquisition, construction, and management of 100 banking branches per annum reporting into the Account Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in coordinating multiple projects across the banking hub portfolio
• Oversee, and as necessary support, all service line team members and project managers in planning, execution, and monitoring of projects
• Maintain project documentation and ensure timely reporting including management of a programme dashboard for end-to-end information across the whole account.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders including ensuring client instructions are sent to the appropriate account team members (e.g. PDS for TDD surveys) and assist in providing team members with the necessary details to complete the instructions.
• Obtain and track project authorisation forms for any new instructions from the client.
• Ensure effective communication across all JLL team members, ensuring effective collaboration and no gaps in JLL’s end-to-end service
• Track project budgets and timelines and record costs across the programme in a master tracker
• Manage fees and billing each month, supported by WD Client Finance
• Contribute to risk management and quality assurance processes
• Maintain a risk register for risks across the whole account to be shared with the wider JLL team and external stakeholders
• Assist Account Director in ensuring account governance framework is maintained including preparing and maintaining an account playbook, QBR slide decks and KPI reporting.
• Manage the Account MS SharePoint site and ensure all documentation is uploaded
• Arrange, facilitate and attend Account and Project team meetings, ensuring actions are recorded, delegated and delivered
• Help the Account Director drive service performance and be open to new ideas and initiatives to improve this

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Real Estate, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in project coordination, preferably in real estate
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook – and project management software

JLL Values Alignment:

• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with diverse teams across the organization
• Ethics: Demonstrate high standards of integrity in all aspects of work
• Excellence: Strive for outstanding results and continuous improvement
• Innovation: Embrace new ideas and technologies to enhance project delivery
• Sustainability: Support JLL’s commitment to shaping a sustainable future in real estate

We offer a dynamic work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Join us in transforming the places where people live, work, and play.

JLL is an equal opportunity employer.