Project Coordinator, Construction

JLL•Chicago, IL

1d•$60,000 - $75,000•Remote

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. What this job involves: As a Project Coordinator at JLL, you will join our dynamic, cross-functional corporate real estate team supporting our financial institution client as part of JLL's Project and Development Services group. You will be directly responsible for supporting a construction project management team to deliver challenging projects through a heavily finance-based role that requires forward thinking and consistently demonstrating initiative to adopt new technologies and contribute to efficient processes. This position involves working with construction-related purchase orders, change orders, budgets, invoices, vendors, and vendor contracts while regularly interacting with Project Managers, Accounts Payable, and Finance. Your interest in construction projects from start to finish will enable you to support your team in delivering interesting and industry-changing projects.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships
Detail oriented and organized with strong analytical skills
Must be able to identify and manage multiple priorities with flexibility to work as part of team or independently
Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Accountable, collaborative attitude with enthusiasm for implementing innovative ideas in team environment
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume environment with deadline management
Interest in construction projects from start to finish

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience related to construction project management (experience supporting commercial real estate professionals in any sector is a plus)
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management
Experience with basic accounting
Understanding of purchase order and change order processes
Knowledge of vendor management and contract processes
Experience with project management technology and software
Understanding of financial services sector operations

Responsibilities

Support construction project management team to deliver challenging projects through finance-based responsibilities
Work with construction-related purchase orders, change orders, budgets, invoices, vendors, and vendor contracts
Regularly interact with Project Managers, Accounts Payable, and Finance teams
Be proactive, organized, and think ahead to anticipate team needs regarding data accuracy, reporting, and project deliverables
Leverage project management related technology while demonstrating initiative to adopt new technologies
Act decisively, think big, and manage time to meet deadlines in fast-paced, high-volume environment
Identify and manage multiple priorities with flexibility to work as part of team or independently as needed
Contribute to diverse, supportive, and talented team environment while implementing innovative ideas collaboratively