Head of Project Management, PDS Hong Kong

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 you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re 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.

Reporting into Head of PDS – Hong Kong & Taiwan, the Head of Project Management is responsible for leading the end-to-end delivery of strategic projects and transformation initiatives for our. This role provides leadership to the Project team and cross-functional teams, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with business objectives.

The incumbent will establish project governance, drive execution excellence, manage stakeholder engagement, and build organizational project management capabilities to support sustainable business growth and operational excellence.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Lead and oversee all project management activities: Lead and oversee a portfolio of projects and programs. Take ownership of project deliverables, ensure successful implementation of projects, and manage project budgets and timelines.

Drive and deepen client satisfaction: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understand their needs, and exceed their expectations by providing unparalleled project management expertise.

Foster collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues locally and globally to create effective teams, leveraging diverse perspectives and skills to deliver exceptional projects.

Innovate and improve: Embrace innovative ways of working, identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve project delivery, and stay ahead of industry trends.

Team leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing project management team. Support the growth and development of project management teams, providing guidance, coaching, and opportunities for career advancement.

Financial management: Manage project financial performance through effective budgeting, forecasting, resource utilization, and investment evaluation, ensuring projects meet or exceed targeted financial, operational, and business outcomes.

Governance safety, risk & compliance: Champion a safety-first culture while driving project governance through best-practice methodologies, standards, and tools. Ensure effective risk management, issue resolution, and compliance with organizational, regulatory, and safety requirements.

Champion JLL’s values: Uphold JLL's commitment to teamwork, wellbeing, inclusivity, and belonging, both within the organization and in relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Drive business growth: Collaborate with business leaders to develop and execute strategies that drive revenue growth, enhance client retention, and expand the project management business.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of 12 years of Project Management, Facilities Management or other related experience. Business development and leadership of large-scale and complex project is an advantage.

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or other relevant certifications (e.g., LEED, Six Sigma) is preferred.

Strong financial management skills, with the ability to develop and manage project budgets, financial forecasts, and financial models.

Proven experience leading and managing high-performing project management teams.

Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera, Procore) is an advantage.

Fluent in both spoken and written English and Cantonese Chinese is essential

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. 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.

About JLL –

We’re JLL—a 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. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re 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 we’re 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 we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.