Team Lead - Senior Manager, Critical MEP Projects

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Essential Functions

The Team Lead - Critical MEP Projects, is responsible for the direct oversight, delivery, and organizational management of a portfolio of mission-critical infrastructure projects, with an emphasis on Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems. Reporting to the Director of IFM Project Management, this role operates as a Player/Coach-personally driving results on major projects while developing, mentoring, and managing a cohesive team of project managers. The position leverages best-in-class project management skills, deep technical acumen in critical systems, and outstanding leadership to deliver superior outcomes for JLL and its clients while upholding our standards of excellence, inclusivity, and service

Key Responsibilities

Project & Portfolio Delivery:

• Lead and deliver complex, multi-sector MEP and critical infrastructure projects from inception through closeout, ensuring project goals, timelines, and budgets are met. Activities span preconstruction (design, entitlements, bidding, permitting) through execution (schedule, commissioning, closeout).

• Serve as the primary senior-level contact for clients, stakeholders, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle. Guide all parties through design, implementation, and sign-off phases.

• Develop and maintain detailed project budgets and master schedules, based on market data and client-specific needs.

• Oversee due diligence, documentation, contract/vendor selection, and performance management to ensure compliance with all JLL, client, and regulatory standards.

• Interface extensively with engineers, architects, property managers, vendors, and client leadership to integrate new MEP systems into existing building infrastructure.

• Actively identify, manage, and escalate risk areas (e.g., liability, reputation, compliance) to senior management and ensure contractual requirements are met.

• Attend and lead project meetings (internal, client, vendor).

• Review drawings, resolve design and technical issues, and oversee field activities.

• Manage project schedules, budget tracking, change orders, and approvals.

• Address immediate project risks or escalations.

• Communicate progress, issues, and solutions to clients and management.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Manage, develop, and mentor a team of project managers, fostering growth, inclusivity, and high performance. Delegate assignments, monitor progress, and provide regular performance feedback.

• Set clear team objectives aligned with the business unit's and client's vision. Translate strategy into actionable team and individual goals.

• Drive a collaborative, energized, and accountable team culture, reinforcing JLL values of excellence, integrity, and client service.

• Lead talent management tasks, including training, evaluation, and development, making recommendations on hiring or advancement in collaboration with Human Resources and upper management.

• Model and reinforce best practices, contributing to continuous process and standard development within the team and broader JLL organization.

• Conduct team check-ins to align objectives and remove barriers.

• Mentor project managers through regular 1-on-1s and group sessions.

• Review and approve deliverables prepared by team members.

• Foster a collaborative and learning-focused team environment.

• Evaluate team workload allocation, performance, and development needs.

Client Relationship and Business Growth:

• Cultivate business relationships with new and existing clients, serving as a relationship manager for strategic key accounts. Identify and pursue business development opportunities to support revenue growth.

• Leverage the JLL platform across business lines to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical & Project Management:

• Deep expertise in MEP systems: including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, emergency power/UPS, cooling, and fire protection.

• Ability to manage large, complex infrastructure projects (budgeting, scheduling, procurement, contracts, delivery).

• Integration of new automation/control systems with critical existing infrastructure.

• Proficiency with project delivery and client-facing technologies, including MS Office and MS Project.

Leadership & Interpersonal:

• Ability to lead, develop, and inspire teams. Experience in coaching, talent development, and conflict resolution.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with senior executives, clients, engineers, and cross-functional contributors.

• Forward-thinking approach; initiative to drive innovation, process improvement, and results orientation.

Organizational:

• Highly organized with advanced analytical and data interpretation skills.

• Strong financial acumen for budget development, tracking, and reporting.

• Deep understanding of mission-critical facility uptime standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required.

• Minimum 10-15 years project management experience; at least 5 years overseeing MEP-heavy and/or mission-critical projects, with prior direct people management experience.

• Demonstrated experience supervising/mentoring multiple project managers and managing all project phases (inception to closeout).

• Experience working with institutional, corporate, and mission-critical facility clients.

• Track record of excellence in client relationship management and delivery of complex projects.

• Strong understanding of JLL's standards of service, business ethics, and commitment to diversity, inclusion, and wellness.

Preferred Credentials:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or similar relevant certification.

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) in engineering or management.

• Project management and safety certifications (e.g., PMP, OSHA).

• Experience leading national teams and leveraging cross-discipline teams.

JLL seeks an accomplished leader who thrives in a dual Player/Coach capacity to drive critical MEP project delivery and team success. If you are ready to shape the future of infrastructure management for world-class clients and build a dynamic, high-performing team, we encourage your application.

Estimated compensation for this position is:

175,000.00 - 205,000.00 USD

The pay range listed is a total compensation range including bonus, if applicable. The range provided 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:

On-site -New York, NY

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:

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. Some of these benefits may include:

• 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

About JLL -

For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $20.9 billion and operations in over 80 countries around the world, our more than 103,000 employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communitiesSEE A BRIGHTER WAY. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visitjll.com.

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Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

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:

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. Some of these benefits may include:

• 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

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you'repursuing.

JLL Privacy Notice

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL's recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.

For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement.

For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.

For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.

Jones Lang LaSalle ("JLL") is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process - including the online application and/or overall selection process - you may email us at HRSCLeaves@jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.

Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

California Residents only

If you are a California resident as defined in the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) please view ourSupplemental Privacy Statement which describes your rights and disclosures about your personal information.If you are viewing this on a mobile device you may want to view the CCPA version on a larger device.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.