Associate Project Manager
What this job involves:
As an Associate Project Manager at JLL, you will hold a critical position within our Regional Construction Project Team, directly supporting the delivery of challenging Corporate Interiors projects for a prominent financial services client. In this role, you will utilize your technical expertise and organizational skills to guide projects from conceptual design through to successful execution and closeout.
What your day-to-day will look like:
•Support all aspects of corporate interior projects under the direction of a Senior Project Manager, including programming, design, bidding, permitting, and closeout.
•Coordinate and conduct regular project site visits to validate construction progress and ensure quality standards are met.
•Read construction plans to proactively identify potential areas of concern or hidden costs prior to contract execution.
•Prepare detailed weekly reviews of project activities, identifying and communicating risks early while providing strategic solutions.
•Review and process project budgets, vendor proposals, change orders, and invoices within JLL financial systems to confirm accuracy.
•Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, financial reports, progress updates, and lien waivers.
•Serve as a key liaison between the accounting department and the design and construction teams to process daily financial transactions.
•Build and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders, clients, and vendors to ensure seamless project delivery.
•Develop and implement project management strategies, leveraging more innovative ways of working to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Required qualifications:
•Five or more years of experience in construction, with a strong focus on Corporate Interiors and/or project accounting.
•Firm knowledge of the construction, architecture, or commercial real estate industry.
•Proven track record of successfully supporting complex projects from inception to completion.
•Strong leadership and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
•Excellent organizational and time management abilities to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
•Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
•Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
•Ability to travel for project-related meetings and site visits, as needed.
•Availability to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with flexibility for approved overtime.
Preferred qualifications:
•Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
•Experience supporting large, complex Corporate Interiors projects for financial services clients.
•Professional credentials or certifications such as PMP, LEED, AIA, or PE.
•Strong financial acumen with experience in budget development and forecasting.
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location: On-site – Columbus, OH
Benefits:
•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
