Associate Project Manager, Project and Development Services
Associate Project Manager, Project and Development Services
A career at Jones Lang LaSalle puts you in the center of one of the largest, most sophisticated and industry-leading commercial real estate and investment management firms in the world. We are recognized globally for creating real value for clients and employees. Recent awards include
? World's Most Admired Companies, Fortune magazine (2008, 2009, 2011) ? Best Big Companies, Forbes magazine's Platinum 400 (2006, 2007, 2008) ? World's Most Ethical Companies, Ethisphere Institute (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011) ? Sustainable Cities Award, Financial Time and Urban Land Institute (2008) ? 100 Best Corporate Citizens, CRO magazine (2007, 2009) ? 505 Out Front Companies for Diverse Leadership: Best Places for Diverse Managers to Work (2011)
We attract, develop and reward the best, and most diverse, people in our industry, challenging them to develop enduring client relationships built on core values like trust, integrity, respect and excellence. When you join our team, you become part of a vibrant environment that is committed to equipping you with the resources to develop a long-lasting and rewarding career.
Jones Lang LaSalle (NYSE:JLL) is a financial and professional services firm specializing in real estate. The firm offers integrated services delivered by expert teams worldwide to clients seeking increased value by owning, occupying or investing in real estate. With 2010 global revenue of $2.9 billion, Jones Lang LaSalle serves clients in 70 countries from more than 1,000 locations worldwide, including 200 corporate offices. The firm is an industry leader in property and corporate facility management services, with a portfolio of approximately 1.8 billion square feet worldwide. LaSalle Investment Management, the company's investment management business, is one of the world's largest and most diverse in real estate with approximately $45.3 billion of assets under management. For further information, please visit our Web site, www.joneslanglasalle.com.
Position description
Currently, we are seeking a Associate Project Manager to join our Project Development Service team in Boston, MA.
Position Summary:
• Works as part of the Project Team, assisting with the development and management of budget scope and schedule for project work
• Provide superior client service
• Contribute to the growth of the company by maintaining high client satisfaction scores and quality relationships with contractors and vendors.
• Enhance own professional and personal skills
Essential Functions:
• Support project executives on large complex projects and assignments in addition to running smaller projects individually
• Proactively manage project-related issues on account or assignment.
• Develop scope and schedule for assigned projects.
• Assist in design coordination.
• Coordinate, conduct and document all weekly meetings.
• Develop and track all Vendor RFP's.
• Assist in interviewing process for all vendors
• Maintain accurate and consistent electronic files and documentation.
• Coordinate activities of sub-contractors and relocation of technical functions.
• Interact and negotiate with contractors and subcontractors
• Coordinate activities with the client's landlord(s)
• Coordinate walkthroughs of client sites with all parties as required
• Coordinate relocation services for client including liquidation services of client's unwanted furniture and decommissioning of current space.
• Prepare/update project status reports, process purchase orders and invoices, update tracking reports and maintain files.
• Demonstrate a proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements in a timely and cost effective manner.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all PDS technology as required for assigned projects.
• Assist Local PDS Team in meeting AGM numbers on a Regional and National level as determined on a yearly basis by the Management Executive Committee (not applicable for Accounts).
• Comply with all Jones Lang LaSalle policies and procedures, including but not limited to ethics and business practice.
• Proactively seek out new opportunities for PDS.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)
• 3-5 years experience with a general contractor/construction manager or project management firm required
• Healthcare, Life Science or Retail experience a plus
• Ability to prepare and track budgets
• Ability to prepare and maintain project schedules
• Understanding of technical requirements for a business relocation
• Familiarity with architectural drawings and furniture and space planning concepts
• Flexibility with work hours and travel as needed
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients
• Organizational skills with the ability to identify and manage priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task and work both in a team and independently
• Excellent time management skills with an ability to prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to anticipate and identify project risks and provide solutions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Report to: Project Manager/Senior Vice President
Minimum Required Education:
• Associate or Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Business, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management strongly preferred.
Contact Chelsea Benard - EMAIL: chelsea.benard@am.jll.com
Start a lasting career with Jones Lang LaSalle today!
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. To be considered, please visit our Web site at http://www.us.am.joneslanglasalle.com/UnitedStates/EN-US/Pages/Careers.aspx to apply online. All resumes MUST BE submitted via our web site. Please reference Job: 18865.
Jones Lang LaSalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran's status, genetic information, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.