Assistant Manager - Civil And Finishes

JLL; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Program

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Job summary

JLL is seeking a senior MEP/CIVIL lead for our Kochi project, responsible for planning, designing, procuring, and commissioning MEP/CIVIL works. You will guide the design manager, support procurement, and ensure successful project delivery with strong leadership across teams.

You will engage in financial appraisal, risk management, and negotiations, while coordinating with contractors and clients in English and Chinese to drive project outcomes. On-site leadership and risk controls are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in MEP/CIVIL engineering or related field.
• Five years of combined education and work experience.
• Experience in construction site management and development management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all MEP/CIVIL activities from planning to handover.
• Assist with procurement, VO management and contract reviews.
• Coordinate HVAC, electrical and BMS aspects across the project.
• Lead site activities, risk mitigation and stakeholder communications.

Skills

MEP/Civil Eng

Construction mgmt

Negotiation

Risk management

Financial appraisal

Project management

Team leadership

Business development

English & Chinese

Education

MEP/Civil Eng degree

Tools

HVAC systems

BMS

Security systems

IT systems

Job description

Job Description:

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 peopleand empowering them tothrive, 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.

Being the go-to MEP/CIVIL person

You’ll manage all activities related to mechanical, engineering and plumbing in terms of planning, designing, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning, and final handover. Your task is to fully understand, collect and deliver clients’ MEP/CIVIL requirements. The design manager in MEP/CIVIL will depend on you to help schedule or plan establishment, value engineer, and design change management. You’ll also assist the contract manager in MEP/CIVIL-related procurement and VO management. On top of that, you’ll support the construction manager in MEP/CIVIL-related installation, site inspection and contractor management.

Making visions come true

You’ll develop big ideas that will spark the effective management and successful execution of all phases of a project—from initiating, designing, planning, controlling, executing, monitoring, and closing. You’ll need to carefully identify and take note of our clients’ needs, and figure out what exactly needs to be done. This involves defining the scope of the work and expected outcome, while also detailing all the necessary objectives to get there.

While you do all of these, you’ll need to keep tabs on company resources used in the projects, and to allocate these resources to complete the project within the budget. You’ll also need to help clients organize and analyze all tender and procurement for all contractors and suppliers; and represent them from the beginning to the end of a project.

Building strong teams and business reputation

One of your priorities will be to produce high-performing teams that drive successful project execution. You’ll also represent and promote the company throughout projects and in pursuit of more project opportunities.

Keeping risks at bay

How do you deal with risks? You’ll need to identify any potential risks in the MEP/CIVIL field and report them to the Project Manager. It will be critical to design a risk management and solution provision, particularly to identify health & safety issues. You will understand why this is your responsibility.

Sound like you? To apply you need to be:

An MEP/CIVIL pro

You have a degree in MEP/CIVIL engineering-related discipline or related field, and five years of combined educational and work experience. You also need to have sufficient experience in construction site management, as well as a strong understanding of all aspects of development management including, financial appraisal, risk management, negotiation, etc.

Do you have a strong background of all aspects of MEP/CIVIL-related management—including the development of MEP/CIVIL project plan and procedures and construction schedules? Are you familiar with HVAC, electrical engineering, and BMS? Do you have knowledge of security system, AV system, and IT system? If your answers are yes, let’s talk.

A business savvy leader who can walk the talk

You understand the business well enough, particularly in terms of the systems and tools to use, the best practices and the safety requirements. You’re also knowledgeable of key industries and local market, with the real estate and construction business above all. You also have a basic understanding of the key drivers that push the projects forward, while also considering the client’s business requirements.

You’ll back up your business know-hows with the necessary communication skills, as you need to regularly do business development presentations to potential clients in both English and Chinese. You’ll also manage site activities, negotiate with contractors, review the legal aspects of contracts, contribute to market analysis, and manage change orders.

A flexible leader with superb interpersonal skills

Are you a people person with superb interpersonal skills? You’ll need to create a proactive working environment that not only motivates your employees, but also encourages them to maintain good relationship with clients, communicate effectively with each other, and contribute enthusiastically to the project. You also need to be a results-oriented leader with good problem-solving skills, as well as someone who can nurture positive relationships with all stakeholders involved, including your team members and clients.

What we can do for you:

At JLL, we make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realise your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We will empower your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive pay and benefits package.

Location:

On-site –Kochi, KL

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

48

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.