JLL · 6 hours ago
Project Controls Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
3+ years expJLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. They are seeking a highly analytical Project Controls Manager to support banking infrastructure projects, focusing on cost control, schedule management, and risk mitigation. The successful candidate will work within a regulated banking environment to ensure project performance and compliance with operational requirements.
CommercialReal Estate
No H1B
Responsibilities
Monitor individual banking infrastructure projects against established baselines for schedule, budget, and scope
Implement and maintain earned value management (EVM) systems to track project performance metrics
Conduct regular variance analysis and identify deviations from planned project parameters
Evaluate project schedules using, incorporating banking operational constraints
Track project milestones, deliverables, and critical path activities specific to banking infrastructure needs
Monitor project expenditures against approved budgets and banking client's capital allocation guidelines
Prepare detailed cost forecasts incorporating banking-specific requirements and regulatory constraints
Track actual costs versus planned costs and provide variance explanations
Support monthly financial reporting and budget reconciliation processes
Ensure project costs align with banking client's fiscal year spending objectives
Identify, document, and track project-level risks including regulatory, operational, and security considerations
Maintain comprehensive risk registers with mitigation strategies for banking infrastructure projects
Monitor compliance with banking regulatory requirements throughout project execution
Assess impact of banking operational constraints (business continuity, security protocols) on project performance
Escalate critical issues and risks to project managers and banking client stakeholders
Prepare weekly and monthly project status reports for banking client leadership
Create executive dashboards highlighting key performance indicators and project health metrics
Facilitate project review meetings with banking and JLL stakeholders including IT, Operations, and Risk teams
Communicate project performance trends and recommend corrective actions
Support banking client's internal reporting requirements and governance processes
Partner with banking client's project teams to ensure alignment on project objectives and constraints
Support banking client's capital planning processes with accurate project reporting/forecasting
Coordinate with banking compliance and risk teams to ensure project adherence to internal policies
Assist with banking regulatory reporting requirements related to capital projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
3-5 years of project controls experience, preferably with financial services or banking clients
Experience with infrastructure projects (administrative office, data centers, operations centers, technology upgrades)
Understanding of banking operational environment and regulatory requirements
Proficiency in project management software (Microsoft Project)
Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, financial modeling, and data analysis
Experience with earned value management principles and application
Knowledge of project cost control methodologies and forecasting techniques
Understanding of banking regulatory environment (OCC, Federal Reserve, FDIC guidelines)
Knowledge of banking operational requirements including business continuity and security protocols
Familiarity with capital planning and budgeting cycles
Experience with project governance and approval processes
Understanding of compliance and audit requirements
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for banking client interactions
Ability to work independently while managing multiple banking projects simultaneously
Proficiency in financial analysis and budget management
Understanding of risk management principles in regulated environments
Ability to work effectively within operational constraints and timelines
Preferred
Knowledge of technology infrastructure and security requirements
Understanding of banking regulatory compliance processes
Familiarity with banking change management and business continuity protocols
Benefits
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
Company
JLL
We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.
10001+ employees
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
Global Chief Executive Officer
Jones Lang LaSalle
Global CEO, Capital Markets and Member
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