Associate Project Manager
Jones Lange Lasalle Inc.
2021-12-03 08:50:58
Newark, New Jersey, United States
Job type: fulltime
Job industry: Real Estate & Property
Job description
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 91,000 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.
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!
Position Summary
* Works as part of the Project Team, assisting with the development of scope and schedule for project work
* Provide superior client service
* Provide superior employee management
* Contribute to the growth of the company
* Enhance own professional and personal skills
* Meet assigned financial targets
Essential Functions:
* Support project executives on large complex projects and assignments.
* Proactively manage project-related issues on account or assignment.
* Develop scope and schedule for assigned projects.
* Conduct and document all weekly meetings.
* Coordinate and track all Vendor RFP's. Maintain accurate and consistent electronic files and documentation.
* Coordinate activities of sub-contractors and relocation of technical functions.
* Interact and negotiate with contractors and subcontractors
* Prepare/update project status reports, process purchase orders and invoices, update tracking reports and maintain files for due diligence and financials.
* Demonstrate a proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements in a timely and cost effective manner.
* Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all PDS technology as required for assigned projects.
* Ensure accurate management of all accounts receivables to maintain a level not to exceed planned working capital charge as set by corporate finance, account finance team and/or the Regional Operations Manager.
* Assist Local PDS Team in meeting AGM numbers on a Regional and National level as determined on a yearly basis by the Management Executive Committee (not applicable for Accounts).
* Comply with all Jones Lang LaSalle policies and procedures, including but not limited to ethics and business practice.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)
* Ability to prepare and track budgets
* Understanding of technical requirements for a business relocation
* Familiarity with architectural drawings and furniture and space planning concepts a plus
* Flexibility with work hours and travel as needed
* 1 year practical experience for Accounts and 2-3 years of practical experience for Markets in a project administration / accounting position required
* Experience in construction management or real estate preferred
* Highly organized with strong analytical skills
* Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients
* Organizational skills with the ability to identify and manage priorities
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Detail oriented
* Ability to multi-task and work both in a team and independently
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
* n/a
* Report to: Project Manager/Account Lead or Team Lead/Vice President
Working Environment:
* [The environment in which the job is performed, number of individuals in the work group, team composite and dynamics, and the amount of interpersonal interaction required in order to perform the job]
Minimum Required Education:
* Associate or Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Business, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management strongly preferred.
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