Professional, PDS Projects

JLL•Poughkeepsie, NY

22h•$70,000 - $78,000•Onsite

About The Position

JLL is seeking an energetic, self-motivated Construction Assistant Project Manager to join a national account team managing construction projects in Poughkeepsie. This on-site position requires leading cross-functional teams of design professionals, general contractors, and specialty contractors while managing multiple projects simultaneously to meet or exceed goals for speed to market, quality, and budget. At JLL, we embrace more innovative ways of working and prioritize opportunities to strengthen and advance your career. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe. Success will be measured by your ability to develop winning strategies for project execution while maintaining a solutions-oriented environment focused on delivering value to the client.

Requirements

Minimum of 3-5 years of project management experience in all aspects of design and construction
Industrial or commercial construction project management experience
Proven track record of acting decisively and managing time effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Experience developing Risk Registers and implementing risk mitigation strategies
Strong financial acumen including experience with cost reporting, invoice management, and project closeout procedures
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, or LEED AP
Experience working on projects within manufacturing, industrial, or mission-critical environments
Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) and other advanced construction technologies

Responsibilities

Oversee entire project flow from implementation through close out and handover, ensuring milestones are achieved on time and within budget
Prepare RFPs, manage vendor and contractor selection, negotiate contracts, and interface with architects, client staff, property managers, and vendors
Collaborate across all platforms including transaction managers, facilities managers, building engineers, occupancy planners, and move managers
Organize and chair project meetings, distribute minutes and follow-up action items, and coordinate development activities
Travel to job sites as needed to ensure project performance criteria are being met (up to 80% travel within the region)
Develop and maintain Master Project Schedules, set milestones, and create Critical Path schedules to ensure timely completion
Develop project budgets, monitor construction costs, create cost-saving opportunities, and track financials as liaison between client, finance team, and vendors
Manage change orders, develop Risk Registers, and use best practices to eliminate scope creep
Champion safety by ensuring JLL guidelines are followed and projects comply with Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements