Elaine O’Connor

Elaine leads JLL’s Project & Development Services Fit Out team across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). In a career spanning 23 years, she has a wealth of experience in delivering and leading a wide range of projects, from large-scale and complex new builds to refurbishments for the hospitality, corporate real estate, retail, education and entertainment sectors across the region.

Elaine is a qualified quantity surveyor with a background in project management, main contracting, and fit-out contracting. Client-centric and results-oriented, she is well-known for her hands-on, pragmatic approach that drives solutions and builds long-term partnerships.

As a leader of a diverse team, Elaine is also an active DEI advocate, often working with schools to raise awareness about female representation in construction.