Project Cost Manager

JLL • Jersey City, NJ

13d • Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Cost Management and understanding of CSI trade costs
• Ability to regularly communicate analyzed data to client and team to achieve project goals
• Strong working knowledge of architectural & Engineering drawings, furniture, and space planning concepts
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with the customer’s executives, JLL executives.
• Ability to successfully communicate with architects, engineers, contractors, client’s representatives, and team members
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Project software (i.e., RS Means, Onscreen Center, OneDrive, SharPoint, PMWeb)
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Construction Management or Real Estate, preferred
• Demonstrated ability to support Business Development initiatives as assigned or requested
• Practical drawing/test fit review will be requested at the time of interview.

Responsibilities

• Review and develop construction cost budgets for feasibility Studies, Preliminary, Schematic, Design documents & Construction document budgets in support of a variety of construction projects for office renovation, Office Furniture buys, Office furniture reconfiguration, Office Moves within site and off sites
• Compare budget costs to benchmark pricing information, analyze quantities and scope items as well as assist in value engineering.
• Create and execute contracts base on full scope projects.
• Compile project unit pricing and labor rates from contractors and ensure the contractors abide the rates throughout the project duration.
• Enhance overall cost controls service delivery by increasing efficiency and improving processes
• Support in developing and maintaining customers historical cost benchmark for various project types
• Prioritize requests to meet or exceed the customers’ expectations
• Support Project regent Board development
• Help to develop Sustainment Planning in conjunction with IFM team and Client.
• Help and sustain Projects Forecasting
• Perform all PWMeb Functions: Estimating, Funding submissions (Payment apps), CR, Project Close outs, updating budgeting, update contracts.
• Actively support an environment of teamwork, cooperation, performance excellence and personal success
• Act as an interface with PMO, Engineers, MAC Team, and client’s Cost Control weekly meeting/ bi-weekly meeting to track review cost budgets with client Project Cost controls, and team Project Team Managers, Facilities Manager and Engineering Managers
• Run monthly labor report in CFS and send to Finance to complete reclass.
• KPI Compliance – track SWP dates (initiative, PD, contract, closeouts)
• Work with Finance Director to track and bill T&E
• Work with CBRE to issue their team POs in PMWeb; review and approve their change requests and payment apps in PMWeb
• Finance critical item explanations
• Review/approve all project-related POs in E1
• Provide sales tax exemption documents to vendors when appropriate.

Benefits

• Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth: JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
• Some of these benefits may include:
• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level