Project Director

Project Director Location: Melbourne, VIC JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Our Projects and Development Services (PDS) Data Centre team provide data centre client with the management of design, approval and construction of Data Centers. Projects range from consultancies, new builds, data hall fit outs, services upgrades and day two works. They can be one-off projects to state, national multi-site and income cases APAC roll-out projects requiring consistent delivery. As one of the largest project management firms in Australia with a team of over 400 professional staff, we operate in sectors including commercial, industrial, education, data centres, hotels, retail, and defence. About the role: We are seeking a Project Director to join our Project and Development Servicesteam. The successful candidate will take total responsibility for the effective management of all phases of projects from initial establishment to handover, commissioning and project closure. This is for a 12 month fixed term contract Australian citizenship is needed for this role, preferably with baseline or NV1 clearance Benefits: 18 weeks paid parental leave for Primary Carer after 6 months of service Private Health Insurance Discounts Gym & Wellbeing Discounts Employee assistance program Health & Beauty Discounts Novated Lease for EV Cars Snapshot of the role: Understand key project drivers, client requirements and what success looks like on each project and Lead an internal Team Effectively manage project stakeholders Effective and progressive prioritisation of tasks Be able to effectively run project at times in the absence of the Senior Project Manager or Project Manager. Prepare project delivery plans, monthly status reports, and anticipated cost reports Establish project budgets and manage expenditure Create detailed project programmes with clear milestones and track progress against them. Chair project meetings and ensure timely documentation Lead tender preparation, contract negotiation and administration Conduct value engineering and buildability analysis Manage variations and approvals Implement JLL Health Safety and Environmental systems Identify, procure and lead consultants, contractors, and suppliers Manage project closeout and financial reconciliation Requirements: Degree in Project or Construction Management or related Services discipline or a trade qualification and 15+ years' experience, OR Demonstrated experience running projects with critical services in manufacturing, data centres, hospitals. Experience with high security environments. Some project experience in the data centre sector, multi sector experience will be positively assessed. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of different planning approval pathways. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Microsoft Project Strong understanding of project delivery methods, and commissioning. Experience with ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO9001 standards Commercial negotiation skills Ability to manage client relationships and foster repeat business What to expect from us: 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 and building an inclusive workplace. This is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We support applications from all underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBT+, people with disability and people of all age, religions, and race. 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. 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 see 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 Location: On-site –Melbourne, VIC If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. 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