Project Manager, Construction

JLL•Boston, MA

11d•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. What this job involves: As a Project Manager at JLL, you will be responsible for successful delivery of capital improvement projects while managing the day-to-day efforts related to programming, planning, design, construction, and close out for JLL on a dedicated account under the general supervision of the Director of Project Management. You'll ensure completion of projects within budget, on schedule, and meeting all client objectives and appropriate client and JLL governance while acting as liaison between the client/users and all other project participants including consultants, contractors, vendors, and outside jurisdictional agencies. This role requires developing and executing project specific and client driven goals, schedules, budgets, strategy, and detailed assumptions with methodology for accomplishing and managing goals and objectives while establishing and maintaining project goals and success criteria that meet both JLL and Client needs.

Requirements

At least 5 years of practical experience with ADA requirements and corporate real estate management or in construction management industry
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate succinctly
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients
High levels of customer service with ability to serve multiple clients at any given time, deliver on milestones, and create positive impression for team and company
Work effectively both independently and within team
Organizational skills, strong analytical skills, and ability to identify and manage priorities
Detail oriented with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Understanding of capital improvement project delivery and construction processes

Nice To Haves

Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously across various project types
Understanding of design implementation processes including conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documentation
Knowledge of vendor and contractor selection processes and contract management
Experience with risk management and mitigation strategies
Understanding of project accounting and accounts receivable management
Knowledge of construction industry regulations and compliance requirements
Experience working with dedicated client accounts and long-term relationships
Advanced project management skills and methodologies

Responsibilities

Develop and execute project specific and client driven goals, schedules, budgets, strategy, and detailed assumptions with methodology for accomplishing and managing goals and objectives
Build and maintain rapport with client representatives ensuring that scope of projects and outside business forces affecting the project is fully understood
Coordinate any necessary due diligence efforts on behalf of internal team, project partners, clients, and end users while maintaining and delivering all appropriate documentation
Develop detailed project budget based on historical and market data and clearly defined set of budget assumptions
Act as primary contact with client throughout duration of project while guiding client and team through design implementation process
Develop and maintain Master Project Schedules and manage successful execution of projects so that completion falls within intended time-frames
Prepare various RFPs needed for vendor and contractor services as well as manage contractor and vendor selection process
Facilitate initiation of all critical project meetings and coordination exercises with internal staff, key stakeholders, and external users