Assistant Project Manager, Construction

JLL•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. 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. What this job involves: As an Assistant Project Manager at JLL, you will be a dynamic individual providing reliable, timely, and professional support while assisting with day-to-day project management activities including working with a group of internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization. The successful candidate will require necessary experience with minimal oversight to plan, prioritize, and organize a diverse workload involving projects that include interior fitouts, minor renovations, AV improvements, restacks, and FM/Engineering repairs/upgrades. This role requires proactively managing project related issues on account or assignment while developing scope, schedule, and budget for assigned projects and adhering to client KPIs, identifying and addressing areas of concern regarding potential risk surrounding project, project logistical issues, budget, and scope.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years as project coordinator or relevant work experience
Bachelor Degree from accredited institution
Basic knowledge of construction, architecture, or commercial real estate industry
Ability to prepare and track budgets
Understanding of technical requirements for relocation, construction, and renovation projects
Able to adapt and prioritize, meeting deadlines, in fast-paced team or independent environment
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) with ability to successfully communicate with clients, architects, contractors, client's representatives, and team members
Ability to be adaptable and agile to client changes and requests
Travel estimated at approximately 10%-15%
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Google/Project Management Applications

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction management or real estate
Familiarity with architectural drawings and furniture and space planning concepts
Understanding of interior fitouts and renovation project processes
Experience with vendor management and RFP coordination
Knowledge of project budgeting and financial tracking
Understanding of construction scheduling and critical path management
Experience with invoice processing and accounts receivable management
Knowledge of FM/Engineering systems and repair/upgrade processes

Responsibilities

Proactively manage project related issues on account or assignment while developing scope, schedule, and budget for assigned projects and adhering to client KPIs
Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential risk surrounding project, project logistical issues, budget, and scope
Coordinate and track all Vendor Request For Proposals (RFPs) while interacting and negotiating with contractors and subcontractors
Prepare/update project status reports, process invoices, update tracking reports, and maintain files for due diligence and financials
Actively track each aspect of project performance against schedules and critical path while coordinating activities of sub-contractors, general contractors, and client vendors
Ensure that all accounts receivables are maintained at level not to exceed approved capital budgets
Demonstrate proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements in timely and cost effective manner
Conduct and document all weekly meetings on assigned projects while demonstrating proficiency in use and application of all Project Development Services technology