1609116: Construction Management Associate I (CMA601)

JPMorgan Chase & Co.•Plano, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Construction Management Associate I within the Construction Management team, you help ensure the viability and success of property-related projects supported by construction lending. You review construction documents, monitor project progress, and identify issues that may impact the property during the loan term. You collaborate with internal and external partners to support smooth execution from project start through closeout. You apply sound judgment, clear communication, and a risk-aware mindset to deliver timely insights. You contribute to a collaborative team culture focused on quality, consistency, and client experience. You will support commercial, multi-family, and residential construction projects and loans. Your work includes reviewing plans, budgets, schedules, and third-party reporting while tracking progress against key milestones. You will help drive consistent documentation practices and escalation routines that reduce risk and improve predictability. You may contribute to process improvements, including reporting enhancements and workflow efficiencies. You will build strong relationships across customers, bankers, design professionals, and consultants.

Requirements

Minimum two years of experience in construction management, construction lending support, project controls, or a related field
Demonstrated ability to review construction documents (plans, specifications, budgets, schedules) and assess project feasibility and risk
Proven ability to monitor project progress through closeout and identify and escalate issues that may impact delivery
Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and standard practices across commercial, multi-family, or residential projects
Working knowledge of applicable building codes and inspection/compliance concepts relevant to project oversight
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, well-structured findings and updates
Demonstrated stakeholder management skills across internal teams and external partners
Proven conflict management skills, including facilitating discussions and driving practical resolutions
Strong critical thinking and judgment, with the ability to prioritize and act with a risk-aware mindset
Proficiency with common productivity tools for tracking, reporting, and documentation (spreadsheets, presentations, and written summaries)

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting construction loan administration, draw processes, or third-party construction monitoring
Experience creating quantitative reports or dashboards to track portfolio performance and project risk indicators
Demonstrated experience driving workflow improvements, automation, or process standardization
Project management experience leading small initiatives or coordinating multi-party deliverables
Familiarity with environmental, zoning, or permitting considerations that may affect construction timelines and risk
Relevant certification or coursework (for example, construction management, project management, or related discipline)

Responsibilities

Analyze and review construction documents to assess project viability and alignment with loan terms and risk requirements
Monitor project progress from initiation to closeout and escalate risks, delays, or compliance concerns as needed
Coordinate with customers, bankers, design professionals, and third-party consultants to support effective project execution
Evaluate budgets, schedules, contracts, and change activity to identify impacts to cost, timing, and completion risk
Apply knowledge of construction materials, methods, standard practices, and applicable codes to inform reviews and issue resolution
Document findings clearly and deliver timely updates and recommendations to stakeholders
Support site visits or field observations when required and summarize outcomes and follow-ups
Track conditions, deliverables, and milestones to help ensure accurate reporting and timely resolution of exceptions
Contribute to business review routines and resiliency efforts by identifying themes, risks, and improvement opportunities
Support continuous improvement initiatives that streamline workflows, strengthen controls, or improve stakeholder experience
Partner with the team to maintain consistent standards, quality, and responsiveness across the coverage portfolio