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Role Purpose
The Head of Project Delivery and Construction is responsible for leading and growing Tétris/JLL’s Project Delivery and Construction (PDC) business in the Netherlands. The role holder will provide strategic and operational leadership across the project portfolio, build and manage a strong commercial pipeline, and ensure safe, high-quality, profitable delivery for clients while developing the team and JLL's reputation in the market.
Key Responsibilities
Business Leadership & Commercial Growth
Own the P&L for the Netherlands PDC business, driving revenue growth, margin performance, and operational efficiency.
Build and manage a sustainable, long-term project sales pipeline to support revenue growth across the business.
Identify, develop, and convert new project opportunities, working closely with sales, account management, and broader JLL service lines.
Lead bid, tender, and solution presentations to win new work and expand existing accounts.
Negotiate contracts and resolve commercial issues, both upstream with clients and downstream with contractors and suppliers.
Represent JLL PDC in the local market, building relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, and industry bodies.
Project Delivery Oversight
Provide leadership and governance across the project portfolio, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standard.
Establish and maintain robust project controls, reporting, and risk management processes in line with agreed standards and governance guidelines.
Ensure compliance with QHSE guidelines, relevant technical industry standards, and all applicable Dutch legal and regulatory requirements.
Act as an escalation point for complex or high-risk projects, stepping in to resolve issues as needed.
Promote sustainable delivery practices, including compliance with environmental legislation and relevant certifications (e.g. BREEAM), in line with JLL's ESG commitments.
Team Leadership
Recruit, develop, and retain talent to support current and future project delivery needs.
Lead, coach, and mentor the Netherlands PDC team, building capability and succession depth.
Manage team performance, setting clear objectives and providing regular feedback to direct reports.
Actively champion and embed JLL's values and culture within the team.
Client & Stakeholder Management
Build and maintain trusted relationships with key clients, acting as a senior point of contact.
Ensure client satisfaction through consistent, high-quality service delivery.
Collaborate with EMEA leadership to align local delivery with regional standards and best practice.
Key Requirements
Significant experience in project delivery and construction management, ideally within real estate, fit-out, or construction consultancy.
Proven track record of P&L ownership and commercial growth, including pipeline development and bid/tender leadership, in a professional services or construction environment.
Strong leadership experience, with the ability to build, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
Excellent client relationship and contract negotiation skills, with credibility at a senior level.
Solid understanding of the Dutch construction and real estate market, including relevant regulatory, QHSE, and sustainability requirements (e.g. BREEAM, environmental legislation).
Fluency in Dutch and English (written and spoken).
Degree in a relevant field (e.g. construction management, engineering, real estate) or equivalent professional experience.
What We Offer
The opportunity to lead and shape a growing business within a global organisation.
A collaborative, supportive culture with strong EMEA and global PDC networks.
Competitive salary with bonus scheme.
33 vacation days.
Pension plan, lunch allowance, collective health insurance, sports facilities.
International work environment with direct impact on company strategy.
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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. 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.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
