JLL · 1 day ago
Director, Program Management Office (PMO)
South San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$143K/yr - $190K/yr
8+ years expJLL is a leading professional services firm specializing in real estate and investment management, and they are seeking a Director for their Program Management Office (PMO). This role is responsible for overseeing the PMO function, managing key workstreams, and enhancing client relationships while driving continuous improvement and standardization across the organization.
CommercialReal Estate
Responsibilities
Lead the PMO function, providing a single vision and the appropriate mix of empowerment and direction to cultivate a culture of trust, excellence, and teamwork
Oversee the alignment and successful delivery of requirements across the nine critical workstreams
Drive standardization and implementation of best practice methodologies to optimize PMO delivery and value
Develop and regularly articulate the PMO's strategic plan, ensuring stakeholder buy-in and alignment with the account's vision
Establish and maintain strong, effective relationships with the client (operating in a 'two-in-a-box' model) and internal JLL teams to ensure program success
Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, providing exceptional knowledge of client business units and programs
Ensure clear, concise, and timely communication to all key stakeholders, driving decisions, managing expectations, and championing the program's value proposition
Proactively adjust the PMO program to reflect new requirements and secure team support for necessary changes (Change Leader)
Develop and implement change management programs for communications to the large audience of associates affected by program implementation and transformation activities
Facilitate integration across teams with different objectives and perspectives to achieve the central account vision
Manage program risks, identifying issues and potential impacts early, and developing corresponding mitigation plans
Execute effective resource management, including matrix management with other platform teams (e.g., BI/Performance Management/Training)
Enable a world-class delivery model through positive and collaborative partnership across all involved parties
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 8+ years of progressive experience in Program/Project Management Office (PMO) leadership, focusing on driving strategic change and continuous improvement
Demonstrated experience in leading and managing complex organizational workstreams such as Change Management, Governance, Performance Management, and Technology implementation
Exceptional ability to build rapport and serve as a trusted advisor to senior-level clients and internal executive teams
Proven track record of developing and articulating PMO strategic plans and driving cross-functional integration across diverse teams
Expertise in formal change management methodologies, strategic communications, and developing training programs
Preferred
Deep experience within the pharmaceutical (Pharma) or Life Sciences industry is highly desirable
Prosci Certification in Change Management
PMP or equivalent program/project management certification (e.g., PgMP)
Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
Company
JLL
We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.59B2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $565.35M
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2019-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $46.5M
Leadership Team
Christian Ulbrich
President, CEO & Director
Jones Lang LaSalle
Global CEO, Capital Markets and Member
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