Senior Project Manager/ Team Lead

Company: JLL
Location: Louisville
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

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. Director, Project Management – JLL What this job involves: The Director, Project Management Position will be dedicated to the Brown-Forman account located in Louisville, KY while services will cover properties including corporate office space, global field offices, distillery homeplaces/visitors centers and selected production properties. The Director will oversee dedicated and variable Project and Program Managers while also managing overall capital budgets, planning, forecasting, tracking, reporting and general oversight of related services while being responsible for leading capital projects, MAC services, and supporting global offices as part of the role and responsibilities. You will provide oversight of account specific Project Management team and related activities while being responsible for attracting, retaining, succession planning and managing a team who is involved with a specific client, functions, and projects. What your day-to-day will look like: Provide oversight of account specific Project Management team and related activities Attract, retain, succession plan and manage a team involved with specific client, functions, and projects Help develop protocols and ensure training and development of JLL team members in skills and understanding of firm and client procedures Ensure the project management team is trained in all JLL and client safety related practices and requirements Provide strategic direction and management of capital projects program for both short- and long-term planning, scheduling, budgeting, and sequencing Assist client in developing real estate strategy linked to client business objectives Manage timely and accurate project documentation and reporting including project meeting minutes, work orders, purchase orders, service contracts and change orders Cultivate and maintain positive working relationship with all client representatives and service providers Develop and maintain the Master Project Schedule in oversight of the Project Management team Partner with Account Director, JLL Director, Occupancy Planning and JLL Director of Facilities Management to manage, track and execute set capital plan Guide the client and team through the design implementation process including conceptual, schematic, design development phases Lead management of client capital projects 70% of the time with 30% towards PM team oversight, planning, tracking, training, compliance and administrative activities Required Qualifications: Experience providing strategic direction and management of capital projects program for both short- and long-term planning, scheduling, budgeting, and sequencing Proven ability to attract, retain, and manage project management teams Understanding of real estate strategy development linked to client business objectives Experience with timely and accurate project documentation and reporting Ability to cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with client representatives and service providers Knowledge of Master Project Schedule development and maintenance Experience with contractor and service provider contract negotiation/verification Understanding of vendor and project team performance management for compliance with contractual requirements Proficiency in the use and application of Project Management technology Experience with design implementation process guidance including conceptual, schematic, and design development phases Knowledge of RFP preparation for vendor and contractor services Preferred Qualifications: Experience dedicated to specific client accounts in corporate office space, field offices, and production properties Understanding of distillery homeplaces/visitors centers and production property management Knowledge of Brown-Forman or similar corporate account management Experience with Louisville, KY market and regional considerations Understanding of capital budgets, planning, forecasting, tracking, and reporting Knowledge of MAC (Move, Add, Change) services and global office support Experience with succession planning and team development protocols Understanding of JLL and client safety related practices and requirements Knowledge of HSSE teams collaboration and safety practices incorporation Experience with business development and account expansion strategies Understanding of industry gatherings participation and senior leadership representation Location: Louisville, KY This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Location: On-site –Louisville, KY 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. 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