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Manager, Projects - Construction
Jones Lang LaSalle
Chicago, IL, United States
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JOB SUMMARY
Directs project management services on assigned JLL client projects/regions/practices, providing superior client service.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Management
• Oversees project implementation and execution through completion of construction.
• Proficient at managing projects up to 25k RSF. May assume responsibility up to 75k RSF.
• Oversees capital improvement/asset preservation programs with design and construction processes at multiple sites through local resources, with minimal oversight.
• Develops or assists in developing project budget including hard and soft costs.
• Begins to manage or assists in managing project budgets for subject properties and maintain monthly forecasts and cost analysis.
• Assists in or may be responsible for project scheduling and project decisions based upon owners’ objectives which may include, but is not limited to: site improvements, schedule creation and management, contractor selection and management, financial management including, contractor invoice review and approval, anticipated cost reports and monthly reports.
• Maintains client relationships and may assist in or manages conflict resolution.
• Provides appropriate level of contractor management to ensure project performance criteria are being met.
• Develops relationships with contractors and evaluates their performance.
• Operates independently on activities relevant to project. Defers policy issues and employment related issues to higher management levels.
2. Growth of the Company
• Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk (fee, our reputation, errors and omissions, etc.) to Manager or Project Lead.
• Assists in training and developing JLL team members when necessary in the skills and understanding of firm procedures, methodology and practices expected for a successful project implementation.
3. Business Development
• May perform business development activities including but not limited to: assisting with or leading the sourcing, pitching, and securing of new business and projects within local markets.
• Participates periodically in client meetings or business development presentations as part of a Team to help demonstrate our capabilities. Assists with the development of marketing materials and support information/data. Maintains a working knowledge of business unit’s available product and service offerings.
4. Accounts Receivable
• Ensure that all accounts receivables are maintained at a level not to exceed planned working capital charge as set by corporate finance, the project team and/or the Regional Operations Manager.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
EDUCATION/TRAINING
• Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution required.
• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management preferred.
YEARS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
• 2-5 years as APM or similar role.
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
• Firm knowledge of construction, architecture or commercial real estate industry.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with executive level internal & external clients
• Organizational & detailed-oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage differing needs of the business.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office.
OTHER ABILITIES
• Ability to multi-task working within a team structure and independently.
• Assumes complete responsibility for assignments of moderate complexity, and continues to aggressively improve skill base.
PHYSICAL WORK REQUIRMENTS & WORK CONDITIONS
• Position may work at client site with potential daily client and contractor interaction.
• Face to face and/or remote daily interpersonal interaction is usually required in order to perform the job.
• Travel as needed and may range from 0-4 nights per week.
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