JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.

Shaping the future of real estate for a better world
At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.

We bring to life a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way.

JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat.

What this opportunity involves:
As a Project Manager at JLL, you will take full ownership of project delivery from initial establishment through to handover and closure, managing between five and eight projects at various stages simultaneously. You will bring strong subject-matter expertise to every phase of the project lifecycle, producing high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight while also validating and guiding the work of Project Coordinators and Assistant Project Managers. This role calls for someone who can coordinate thought and leadership across diverse stakeholder groups, encouraging maximum contribution from all participants and channeling those efforts to maximize outcomes for clients and the broader project team. At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees — and this role is central to delivering on that promise through disciplined, people-focused project leadership.

An overview of the role:
Deliver core monthly project outputs, including Project Delivery Plans, Monthly Status Reports, Anticipated Cost Reports, and meeting agendas and minutes
Establish and manage project budgets in line with client requirements, forecasting expenditure to ensure completion within approved budget
Build detailed project programmes with clear milestones, and maintain an accurate, up-to-date risk register throughout the project lifecycle
Prepare Project Control Group (PCG) reports, attend PCG meetings, and chair weekly project meetings as required
Lead RFP preparation, scope writing, tendering, contract negotiation, and contract administration across clients, consultants, and suppliers




Drive value engineering and buildability analysis, critically reviewing design and documentation to minimize risk and maximize outcomes
Maintain anticipated cost reports, cash flows, and accruals, ensuring timely invoice submission and client approvals on variations
Implement and uphold JLL's Health, Safety, and Environmental systems, ensuring a Safety and Environmental Plan is actively followed
Manage project close-out, including financial close-out and contractual documentation such as as-builts and client training

Sounds like you? This is what we are looking for:Required qualifications:
Proven experience managing multiple projects concurrently across various stages of delivery
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Microsoft Project, along with cost reporting systems
Demonstrated ability to carry out commercial negotiations with contractors, suppliers, consultants, and authorities
Understanding of the legal environment governing planning, commercial considerations, and delivery constraints for construction or fit-out projects
Working knowledge of compliance obligations under ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO9001, and relevant Environmental Health and Safety legislation
Familiarity with different project delivery methods, such as Project Management, Construction Management, Managing Contractor, and Lump Sum arrangements
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and timely reporting
Demonstrated leadership capability, including the ability to coach, motivate, and set measurable goals for a project team

Preferred qualifications:
Experience assisting with EOI and pricing submissions to support new business development
Exposure to JLL project management technology platforms, such as Clarizen, Jaggaer, or Project Toolkit
Track record of building strong, lasting client relationships that lead to repeat business
Experience contributing to quality templates, case studies, or industry award submissions
Background in assisting with the commercial assessment of new project opportunities
Comfort operating in environments that embrace more innovative ways of working and prioritize opportunities to strengthen and advance your career

Benefits:
Great employee discounts off fitness, wellbeing & other renowned brands
18 weeks paid maternity leave
Private Health Insurance Discounts
Active Social Club
Employee assistant program
Novated Lease for EV cars
Paid time off for volunteer work




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What you can expect from us:
You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you.

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 regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability, and that is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. 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.

Interested candidates, please apply following the link below quoting job reference number REQ545880
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 qualified 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.

📌 Project Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Jll
📍 Sydney