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 youve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or youre 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.
Strategic direction
Do you see yourself as a strategic thinker
In this role, you will be the driving force behind us achieving our ambitions. Mirroring our own, your core values, vision and strategies will influence a culture of excellence throughout the PDS business. Included in this will be the creation and implementation of innovative and forward-thinking business plans that account for market differentials across the wider Singapore landscape.
You will play an active leadership role within the Singapore PDS Management Team, oversee P&L and setting business growth strategy for project management service offering for Transactions/Non-core client, which is part of our wider Work Dynamics division. You will have a key role in driving the overall performance of the Transactions/Non-core project management consultancy sector, across sales, operations, team management and project delivery. You will collaborate and work with leaders of business lines outside the immediate confines of PDS to promote our One JLL ethos that sets our clients needs and ambitions first. This will require you to gain an understanding of the wider organisation quickly and promote your own corporate profile.
Business sector and Team management
Our business sector leaders are responsible for the financial management of their business sector. PDS Singapore offers different products and services comprising Project Management, Construction Management / Management Contracting, Design, Design & Build, Design consultancy and technical & development advisory services. It spans multiple sectors from commercial office to logistics & industrial, data centres, education, retail, and hotel.
As the architect of our future growth, you will understand that a well-managed team is the bedrock of a successful business. You will provide stewardship and guidance for the team(s) under your charge on projects and to manage the career development of your direct reports, through mentoring and coaching. You will implement resourcing strategies to ensure the right personnel and tools are always available for our clients and on projects. This will include the review of internal structures and integration plans to guarantee optimal operational efficiency.
Dynamic leadership
Are you a dynamic leader Can you galvanize and drive a diverse workforce to ensure success
Our leaders drive from the front and have an insatiable thirst for knowledge, encourage interaction and champion best practice. They are subject matter experts that strive to hit high personal and business standards. This includes taking full accountability for the performance of their teams and accounts. You will utilize your passion for service excellence to drive the business forward.
Unlocking business opportunities, pursuing and winning work
Working in close collaboration with our sales and business development team, you will be required to support the pursuit of new work for the business, follow up on leads and opportunities, prepare proposals, meet with clients to pitch, and win new assignments, to achieve growth and revenue targets for the business.
Corporate governance, Compliance and Ethics
Corporate governance is part of our bedrock. This will come naturally to you, too. Your passion for structure and process integrity will support the implementation of a robust risk and financial management framework. Driving from the top, you will ensure your management team is equally passionate about governance. Ethical excellence is one of our core values that must never be compromised. You will share the firm-wide view that this is representative of our Corporate DNA.
Developing the future
Does new business light a fire in you We, too, are just as passionate about growing our portfolio!
Our leaders are experts in identifying opportunities that complement not just their own but our other business lines as well. Your expansive network of business contacts will help you identify and convert new opportunities to ensure our growth is in line with set targets.
Digitizing the project
Do you embrace technology Do you recognize the importance of a robust suite of technology products Youll be responsible for driving and leading an agile approach to technology to meet our clients need for the future of work in project management.
Developing our future
Our people are our greatest asset. You will think so, too. You will be responsible for training and mentoring of your team members to keep them up to date and motivated. With the expansion of sector in charge of talent growth and retention plans.
Financial governance and risk
Contract and Project Risk is always on our minds. Is that the same for you
You will oversee project delivery and be involved in risk management including the vetting of contracts, insurances, tenders and day to day risks associated with the project.
Sound like you To apply you need to be:
An experienced and successful professional in the related field
Are you the go-to person for everything project related in the field of technical delivery for building services Is your name the first that comes to mind when clients think of new projects in project management of workplace, industrial, government sector developments Thats exactly why we want you! Your exciting track record of successful projects, portfolio of repeat business wins and unparalleled skills in new business development will highlight your competency.
Prior knowledge and experience in professional consultancy in in sectors as mixed use, commercial office, L&I, infrastructure or Government sectors is an advantage.
Great communicator
Can you get your ideas across clearly both verbally and in writing Youll be working with many diverse interest groups so the way you share information and your ability to persuasively convey information is highly important.
Process champion
Your in-depth understanding of development / project management will drive process management and improvements. You will be comfortable managing teams and platforms spread over an ever-expanding portfolio of projects. You will be an experienced project leader capable of driving results and meeting project goals and timelines.
Proactive
Do you operate with a sense of urgency Youll need a high EQ, be highly responsive and have a solutions orientated mind-set. You are able to effectively juggle priorities to meet timeframes and deadlines set by the business. In this role we want someone who is naturally decisive and prepared to take risks.
Essential skills
Qualified architectural, engineering, real estate professional with minimum 15 years of local/international experience;
Subject matter expert in delivery of professional consultancy services, project management consultancy services on real estate;
Prior development/project management experience, including project planning, scope definition, team management, project financial and commercial management;
Excellent communication skills are a must, both internally and externally, would be able to communicate and present clearly and efficiently;
Business builder, team leader
What we can do for you:
At JLL, our purpose is to shape the future of real estate for a better world.
You will join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture, one where we succeed together across the desk and around the globe. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things.
Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your ambitions in career, recognition, well-being, benefits and pay.
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all of the requirements below. Were 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
Were JLLa 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. Thats why were committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. Were 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 were 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 were headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
