Junior Project Manager

REMEDY MEDICAL PROPERTIES INC•Chicago, IL

3d•$70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Remedy is seeking a Junior Project Manager to join its Asset Management, Capital & TI Projects team in Chicago, Illinois. The role delivers capital expenditure and tenant improvement projects nationally, providing hands-on exposure to every phase of the project lifecycle. The Junior Project Manager supports leasing and asset management teams and works with clients, consultants, contractors, accounting, property operations, and internal teams. The position reports to the EVP | Capital and Tenant Improvement Projects.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in real estate, construction, architecture, or project management; internships or co-ops count.
Basic understanding of construction budgets, schedules, and pay applications, or a strong interest in learning them.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage several tasks and deadlines at once.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to tenant improvement or commercial construction projects.
Healthcare real estate experience.
Experience with MS Project or project management software.

Responsibilities

Support Leasing and Asset Management teams in preparing space plans, project schedules, and budgets.
Assist with the selection and onboarding of project teams, including architects, engineers, due diligence consultants, and contractors.
Prepare and track consultant and contractor agreements, proposals, and change orders.
Oversee the design process from test-fit and schematic design through construction documents, and track design deliverables and review comments.
Help manage day-to-day work on assigned construction projects, including tracking RFIs, submittals, punch lists, and closeout documents from general contractors and design professionals.
Attend Owner / Contractor / Architect meetings in person or by phone, and prepare agendas, meeting minutes, and action-item logs.
Maintain and update project budgets, schedules, and tracking reports, and flag issues to pertinent stakeholders.
Support the monthly drawing process by gathering and reviewing pay applications, lien waivers, and backup documents, and coordinating with Accounting and Property Operations teams.
Keep project files, documents, and software platforms organized and up to date.
Build working relationships with clients, consultants, and internal teams.