US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.
Manager, Global Programs
US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc., Mountain View, California, us, 94039
Manager, Global Programs
Department:
Transformation COE
The Manager, Global Programs is dedicated to driving and overseeing specific initiatives to transform and advance the business. These initiatives could be inside of strategic programs, stand alone projects, or cross-functional efforts aimed at achieving specific objectives and outcomes. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and project management skills to effectively plan, execute, and monitor progress.
Key Responsibilities:
Initiative Planning:
Initiative assignment from GlobalOne by management
Collaborate with stakeholders to define the initiative's goals, objectives, and scope by developing a project charter.
Develop a detailed project plan including timelines, milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements.
Identify and assess potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Secure necessary resources and create a budget for the initiative.
Initiative Execution and Control:
Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams in executing the initiative plan.
Assign tasks, manage deadlines, and ensure accountability among team members.
Monitor progress, track milestones, and address any issues or obstacles that arise.
Continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Stakeholder Management:
Identify and engage relevant stakeholders and maintain regular communication with them.
Ensure that stakeholders' requirements and expectations are understood and addressed appropriately.
Manage stakeholder influence and support, including managing competing interests and resolving conflicts.
Resource Management:
Collaborate with functional managers to secure and allocate resources for the initiative.
Monitor resource utilization, ensuring efficient allocation and optimization.
Identify and address resource constraints and conflicts.
Communication and Reporting:
Establish and maintain effective communication channels among team members and stakeholders.
Provide regular updates on initiative progress, milestones, and achievements.
Prepare and deliver reports and presentations to stakeholders, executive management, or other relevant parties.
Initiative Evaluation and Improvement:
Assess the initiative's performance against defined goals and metrics.
Identify lessons learned and best practices from the initiative execution.
Apply insights and recommendations to enhance future initiative planning and execution.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in business administration, management, or a related field.
Proven experience (3+ years) in project or program management
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and influence cross-functional teams.
Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a results-focused mindset.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent programs.
Knowledge of project/program management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools.
Proficiency in using program management software and other productivity tools.
Knowledge of the commercial real estate industry is a plus.
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Department:
Transformation COE
The Manager, Global Programs is dedicated to driving and overseeing specific initiatives to transform and advance the business. These initiatives could be inside of strategic programs, stand alone projects, or cross-functional efforts aimed at achieving specific objectives and outcomes. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and project management skills to effectively plan, execute, and monitor progress.
Key Responsibilities:
Initiative Planning:
Initiative assignment from GlobalOne by management
Collaborate with stakeholders to define the initiative's goals, objectives, and scope by developing a project charter.
Develop a detailed project plan including timelines, milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements.
Identify and assess potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Secure necessary resources and create a budget for the initiative.
Initiative Execution and Control:
Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams in executing the initiative plan.
Assign tasks, manage deadlines, and ensure accountability among team members.
Monitor progress, track milestones, and address any issues or obstacles that arise.
Continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Stakeholder Management:
Identify and engage relevant stakeholders and maintain regular communication with them.
Ensure that stakeholders' requirements and expectations are understood and addressed appropriately.
Manage stakeholder influence and support, including managing competing interests and resolving conflicts.
Resource Management:
Collaborate with functional managers to secure and allocate resources for the initiative.
Monitor resource utilization, ensuring efficient allocation and optimization.
Identify and address resource constraints and conflicts.
Communication and Reporting:
Establish and maintain effective communication channels among team members and stakeholders.
Provide regular updates on initiative progress, milestones, and achievements.
Prepare and deliver reports and presentations to stakeholders, executive management, or other relevant parties.
Initiative Evaluation and Improvement:
Assess the initiative's performance against defined goals and metrics.
Identify lessons learned and best practices from the initiative execution.
Apply insights and recommendations to enhance future initiative planning and execution.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in business administration, management, or a related field.
Proven experience (3+ years) in project or program management
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and influence cross-functional teams.
Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a results-focused mindset.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent programs.
Knowledge of project/program management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools.
Proficiency in using program management software and other productivity tools.
Knowledge of the commercial real estate industry is a plus.
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