Global Real Estate - East Region Design & Construction Team Lead

The Design & Construction - Project Management Team Lead - Americas East, Tri-State Vice President, will provide oversight and be accountable for managing multiple Real Estate Design and Construction projects of varying size and complexity for our corporate offices within the East Region.

You will be responsible for managing Sub-Regional team members and coordinating all required activities during the course of the projects through the conceptual planning, programming, engineering, construction, furniture procurement and installation, security systems, IT structured cabling, user occupancy and final Project close-out and turnover to JP Morgan Chase facilities in a timely, efficient and cost effective manner. The role will monitor design and construction activities to insure that all phases of the performance of the work is done in accordance with established standards, contractual agreements, and as expeditiously and economically as possible.

Job responsibilities:

• Provides direct support to project managers who manage design and construction projects
• Manages and organizes project workload distribution among existing team to ensure project deadlines are being met
• Understands and enforces detailed policy and procedures that project managers must follow when managing projects
• Reviews the development of all capital funding packages for projects and ensure scope is in line with existing standards
• Reviews all budgeting and understand pricing variances across different sub-markets
• Ensures competitive pricing on all contracts through the use of JPM sourcing and following policy on bidding guidelines
• Monitoring build progress, overseeing finance and ensuring project quality
• Making strategic decisions and providing leadership and direction to project managers to implement those decisions
• Meeting with clients, stakeholders and project managers to report on project progress
• Devising cost-effective plans to enable effective project completion
• Managing risks to avoid delays or reputational damage
• Ensuring permits and legal papers are secured ahead of the project
• Managing project managers and enabling them to supervise and manage their own teams
• Work with project managers to reduce costs on projects being submitted through potential scope and specifications changes
• Ability to learn proprietary Project Management software quickly & effectively; experience with Project Management systems and technology
• Responsible for reviewing every commitment, invoice and change order generated from the assigned projects and ensuring they meet policy or generated by team members in their sub-region.
• Responsible for coordinating with vendor management and sourcing in the management and selection of vendors.
• Responsible for coordinating with internal partners (Design, IT, AV, FF&E, etc.)
• Operational risk assessment for highly technical activities
• Are accountable for Project Scope, Budget and Schedule
• Works with Global Real Estate (GRE partners), Line of Business (LOB) executives on new projects and provide project support on new deals
• Provides resources to support all projects, from minor moves and remodels to major renovations as well as infrastructure projects
• Develops and implements operational plans, actions and programs in support of long-term business objectives
• Assist with JPMC, facility partner, and vendor training
• Engagement with Global Real Estate partners including, but not limited to, GTI, Central Planning, Finance and LOB executives.
• Instills a sense of urgency in project teams
• Responsible for mentoring and effectively developing staff
• Proven track record of managing simultaneous capital projects, ranging from $50,000 to more than $100MM
• Expertise in building and managing detailed construction budgets and schedules, logistics plans, and change management protocols, etc.
• Ability to balance meeting budgets with quality and timeliness

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Bachelors or Master's Degree, with preference for Construction, Engineering, Architecture or Business
• 10+ years of work experience, working in Real Estate or Project Management preferred
• Excellent oral and written, presentation & communication skills
• Strong ability to work with clients at all levels of the organization
• Self-starter who delivers exceptional project management and manages teams to this standard
• Strong proficiency in compiling and presenting written project correspondence to executive leadership
• Experience and knowledge of business processes and procedures, applications, workflow, and planning
• Must possess strong conflict management, communication, organizational and negotiating skills

JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

The health and safety of our colleagues, candidates, clients and communities has been a top priority in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. JPMorgan Chase was awarded the "WELL Health-Safety Rating" for all of our 6,200 locations globally based on our operational policies, maintenance protocols, stakeholder engagement and emergency plans to address a post-COVID-19 environment.

As a part of our commitment to health and safety, we have implemented various COVID-related health and safety requirements for our workforce. Employees are expected to follow the Firm's current COVID-19 or other infectious disease health and safety requirements, including local requirements. Requirements include sharing information including your vaccine card in the firm's vaccine record tool, and may include mask wearing. Requirements may change in the future with the evolving public health landscape. JPMorgan Chase will consider accommodation requests as required by applicable law.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

Base Pay/Salary
New York,NY $114,000.00 - $190,000.00 / year