Director, Head of Government Projects

About the role

JLL is seeking a Director, Head of Government Projects to take full strategic and operational ownership of a dedicated project delivery team serving two of its key government accounts. This is a business leadership position, not just project delivery: the appointee builds the projects function as a distinct service line, acts as principal advisor to government clients and strategic partner to internal Account Directors, and leads with a high degree of autonomy. The role suits someone who enjoys complexity and ownership, including projects in remote locations such as the Indian Ocean Territory.

Key responsibilities

• Develop the strategy, own the budget and drive execution of all capital works and infrastructure projects, from planning through to completion.
• Act as principal advisor to key government clients and partner with internal Account Directors, leading critical negotiations and resolving complex issues.
• Own the programme's financials, including multi-year capital plans, budget management and driving profitability and growth.
• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing projects team, building technical expertise and a culture of accountability, risk management and continuous improvement.
• Implement and oversee project delivery, quality control and risk management frameworks, ensuring safety, compliance and excellence.

Required profile

• Director-level professional with a proven track record leading large-scale project portfolios, combining technical knowledge (construction, engineering or commercial real estate) with commercial acumen and leadership.
• Minimum of 10 years in project management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity.
• Experience managing major government or public sector accounts.
• Experience managing projects in remote locations is essential.
• Australian citizen or permanent resident only, due to security clearance requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Engineering, Construction Management); PMP or PRINCE2 certification highly regarded.

Required skills

• Financial management and capital works budget management.
• Advanced negotiation and stakeholder management with senior clients and contractors.
• Team leadership and mentoring.

What we offer

• Employee discounts on fitness, wellbeing and other products.
• 18 weeks paid maternity leave.
• Private health insurance discounts.
• Active social club and employee assistance program.
• Novated lease for EV cars.
• Paid time off for volunteer work.
• Career opportunities within Australia's largest commercial real estate firm and premium offices.

The position is on-site in Perth, WA. Candidates are invited to apply via the JLL careers site, quoting job reference number REQ542961, even if they do not meet every requirement.