Project Manager

Business Introduction

About JD Property: JD Property (JDP) is a subsidiary of the global e-commerce conglomerate JD.com (listed on NASDAQ and ranked 52nd among Global Fortune 100 companies with -US$156 billion in revenue). JD specializes in logistics real estate development, operations, and management. By the end of 2022, it has 23.3 million square meters (~250 million square feet) of logistics, industrial, and data centers on its portfolio.

It currently manages 5 active funds and one REIT. JD currently has active assets in UK, the Netherlands, Vietnam, and Indonesia outside of its home market of mainland China, and it has plans to enter other overseas markets. For more information about JD, please visit https://jdp.com.cn

Role Overview

This role requires strong local experience in planning, development, and execution. The Project Manager will closely collaborate with International Development Management, Business Development, and Asset Management teams, reporting to both the Regional Director and Group Director. The objective of this role is to lead and support all aspects of development works including the development management, acquisition support and refurbishment management of new and existing industrial and logistics assets.

Location

Dusseldorf

Job Responsibilities

Asset Acquisitions

• Provide support in asset/land acquisitions by managing technical due diligence and preliminary site inspections.
• Source necessary information through extensive research to support the acquisition process.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders to ensure all required information is available to complete the due diligence process.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory authorities to gather essential data and address any concerns.
• Manage technical due diligence consultants to define gaps and identify risks during the asset acquisition process.
• Coordinate the due diligence process, ensuring thorough analysis and timely completion of tasks.
• Assess market demand and define industry standards for new assets based on thorough market research and analysis.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes affecting asset development.

Design and Engineering

• Collaborate closely with the in-house Design Team to ensure engineering requirements are fully aligned with the company's standards and development strategy.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to the Design Team to ensure designs meet regulatory standards, project objectives, and stakeholder expectations.
• Support the in-house Design Team in joint management of design consultants, including architects, engineers, and other specialists.
• Coordinate necessary approvals, permits, and clearances for development projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assist the in-house Design Team in establishing local requirements and standards necessary for the development process, including zoning regulations, building codes, and environmental guidelines.
• Conduct research and analysis to identify applicable regulations and ensure designs meet all relevant requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including asset managers, legal teams, and executives, to align development plans with organizational goals and objectives.
• Ensure that all design activities adhere to the company's quality standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits to verify compliance with established guidelines and specifications.

Procurement

• Support in-house Procurement Team in the definition of works (SoW), tender process and contract award,
• Support the in-house Costing Team in cost management, change management and contract administration,
• Assist the in-house Procurement Team in defining scopes of work (SoW) for various projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives and requirements.
• Collaborate on the tender process, including preparation of tender documents, evaluation criteria, and bid analysis.
• Participate in the evaluation of bids and support the decision-making process for contract award.
• Support the in-house Costing Team in cost management activities, including budget preparation, cost estimation, and tracking.
• Assist in monitoring project costs throughout the development lifecycle, identifying variances, and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Aid in change management processes, assessing the impact of changes on project costs and schedules.
• Assist in the preparation and administration of contracts, ensuring terms and conditions are clear, fair, and legally compliant.

Reporting

• Provide regular internal reports (Daily/Weekly/Monthly) on the status of all projects with a particular focus on programme, cost and quality,
• Collect reports from suppliers and ensure that all open points and risks are managed,
• Prepare and present comprehensive project reports and presentations to management and stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress against key performance indicators (KPIs) and milestones, identifying any deviations and recommending corrective actions.
• Collect reports from suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring that all open points and risks are adequately managed and addressed.
• Prepare comprehensive project reports and presentations for management and stakeholders, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Engineering, Project Management, or other related field,
• Minimum 5 years of relevant development or project management experience in industrial and/or logistics projects preferred,
• Strong understanding of local regulations, legal requirements, and the local planning process.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards and a commitment to ensuring compliance.
• Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders, both technical and non-technical, under tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, written and oral communication abilities.
• Capacity to manage several concurrent projects and prioritize effectively.
• Understanding of ESG requirements and commitment to sustainable development practices.
• Understanding RIBA project stages or local equivalent
• Seeks continuous improvement to the design and processes through consistently challenging the status quo or value engineering the optimum solution to all aspects of the development.
• Possesses a high level of independence, initiative, accountability, cultural sensitivity, endurance, and adaptability, demonstrates excellent leadership to drive projects and is a team player.
• Fluent in Germany. Chinese or English are preferred.

Benefit

• Leaves：Paid annual leave(25 working days), Sick leave, Maternity leave, Paternity leave, Childcare leave, Parental leave, Bereavement leave
• Subsidies：Car Allowance, Meal Allowance, Telecommunication Reimbursement
• Insurance and Wellbeing ：Supplementary Life Insurance、Supplementary Accident Insurance、Complementary Retirement
• Good team atmosphere and many opportunities for promotion
• Laptops are provided by the company