Senior Project Manager, Furniture

Posted 22 Days Ago
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2 Locations
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Senior level
Real Estate • Financial Services
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The Role
The Senior Project Manager oversees furniture projects, coordinating work orders, budget updates, and client communications, managing logistics, inventory, and project close-outs across multiple locations.
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Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   

Senior Project Manager, FurnitureJob Summary

Manage furniture projects and work orders across assigned region, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and exceptional client service. Coordinate redensifications, seat utilizations, decommissions, assessments, and new furniture procurement while maintaining strong communication with internal teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Work Order Management

  • Manage full lifecycle of furniture projects including redensifications, seat utilizations, re-sets, decommissions, and new furniture procurement
  • Maintain project schedules and budgets with regular updates and accurate tracking
  • Coordinate site logistics and onsite activities for all defined scopes of work
  • Manage project closeout activities including O&M package creation, review, and client submission
  • Respond to client requests within 24 hours, ensuring timely acknowledgment and resolution

Inventory & Assessment Coordination

  • Conduct initial inventory intake for existing and new locations within assigned region
  • Perform comprehensive site assessments after hours (2x/year for hubs, 1x/year for spokes)
  • Prepare and issue assessment reports with proactive recommendations for replacement or repair
  • Manage warehouse inventory and coordinate asset deployment across regions
  • Process offboarding of decommissioned locations and associated assets

Design & Documentation Coordination

  • Collaborate with JLL Designer on final design documentation and as-built updates
  • Process approved bills of material for order entry when applicable
  • Issue project status reports following completion of field activities
  • Maintain reporting tools including decision logs, approval logs, and project minutes

Team Collaboration & Communication

  • Participate in weekly regional team meetings to review outstanding work orders and active projects
  • Coordinate with internal team members following established responsibility matrix
  • Partner with JLL Designer and Project Coordinator on project maintenance and closeout
  • Review assessment schedules quarterly with Program Lead
Required Skills

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in interior design, Architecture, Project Management, or related field preferred
  • 4-6 years of project management experience in furniture, interior design, or construction
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously across diverse locations

Technical Competencies

  • Proficiency in project management software and reporting tools
  • Strong understanding of furniture procurement, installation, and project lifecycle management
  • Knowledge of inventory management systems and asset tracking
  • Ability to read and interpret design documentation and bills of material

Core Competencies

  • Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environment
  • Proven problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
  • Client-focused mindset with commitment to responsive service
Preferred Skills
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
  • Experience with furniture dealerships and vendor management
  • Knowledge of facility management and space planning principles
  • Familiarity with O&M documentation requirements
  • Experience working in hospitality, aviation, or corporate environments
Working Conditions

Professional office environment with regular travel to client sites for assessments and project coordination. After-hours site visits required for assessments. Position requires flexibility to accommodate project schedules and client needs.

JLL is committed to developing and retaining a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive workplace culture.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location:

On-site –Atlanta, GA, Detroit, MI

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  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. Some of these benefits may include:

  • 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

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [email protected]. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.

Skills Required

  • Project management experience
  • Familiarity with furniture and design logistics
  • Ability to manage budgets and schedules
  • Strong communication skills
  • Experience in commercial real estate

JLL Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about JLL and has not been reviewed or approved by JLL.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA options, and mental health support. The package is frequently characterized as “great” or “good,” reinforcing its perceived robustness.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with a strong employer match and access to related savings options such as a Roth 401(k). The presence of an employee stock purchase program and charitable matching further supports long-term financial value.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off benefits include paid holidays and PTO that is often described as generous and flexible, alongside bereavement and military leave. Remote/hybrid flexibility is also part of the total rewards picture, increasing perceived overall value.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
66,101 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. JLL shapes the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. We want the most ambitious clients to work with us, and the most ambitious people to work for us. Join us.

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