VP Project Management Data Centers

JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle)

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Work type
On-site
Location
Richmond, VAAshburn, VADulles, VABoston, MASterling, VA
Salary
$185,160–$226,920 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Sep 25, 2026

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This role $206k
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This role pays more than 58% of similar roles. Most pay $161,000–$235,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $206k versus about $198k for comparable roles.

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About JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle)

JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) is a global professional services firm specializing in real estate and investment management, providing services to buyers, sellers, tenants, landlords, investors, and developers. Industry: Commercial Real Estate Services

JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) currently has 75 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · VP Project Management Data Centers

VP, Project Management, Data Centers serves as a senior project leader responsible for the delivery execution, technical coordination, and stakeholder management of complex, fast-track data center and mission-critical projects. The role involves overseeing project scope, schedule, budget, and quality while managing procurement, contract administration, and financial oversight. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading project teams through performance management and career development, ensuring site safety compliance, and coordinating technical activities such as commissioning, shutdown planning, and MOP reviews. The position requires expertise in mission-critical MEP systems, including critical power, cooling infrastructure, and building management systems like UPS, generators, and chillers. Candidates must possess strong skills in project management, scheduling, and financial tools to navigate high-pressure environments. This role addresses the technical challenges of delivering large-scale infrastructure within active operational environments and complex delivery models.

What you'll do

  • Lead the delivery of complex, fast-track data center projects while managing scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
  • Resolve project risks and execution challenges by coordinating with internal resources and senior leadership.
  • Manage procurement activities, contract administration, and financial oversight for large-scale mission-critical infrastructure.
  • Mentor and manage project staff through performance management, career development, and technical training.
  • Build and maintain relationships with clients, contractors, and vendors to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Oversee complex technical planning including commissioning, shutdown planning, MOP reviews, and energized work coordination.
  • Enforce site safety requirements and ensure compliance with quality standards across all assigned projects.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (equivalent experience considered).
  • 10+ years of progressive project management experience in data center construction with leadership of large-scale programs and teams.
  • Proven experience leading technically complex projects exceeding $50M with mission-critical MEP infrastructure.
  • Experience managing project financials, procurement activities, and contract execution across complex delivery models.
  • Strong working knowledge of mission-critical MEP systems, critical power/cooling infrastructure, and commissioning practices.
  • Advanced proficiency with project management, scheduling, and financial management tools.
  • Professional certifications such as PE, PMP, CCM, CDCP®, or DCDC® (preferred).
  • Experience with design-build, EPC, or accelerated delivery models on large-scale projects (preferred).

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