Associate Project Manager, Retail Construction

JLL; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL in New York seeks an Associate Project Manager to join the Retail Construction Projects Team. You will support the delivery of challenging retail projects for a financial services client, applying strong organizational and project management skills to drive success.

Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, risk management, contract administration, documentation, and financial tracking, with opportunities to lead small works projects and collaborate with clients, consultants, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2–4 years of project management or related experience in real estate.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of project management principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with real estate industry practices and construction processes.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel for project meetings and site visits.

Responsibilities

• Project support: assist the project manager with development/execution, including budget management, schedule adherence, and quality control.
• Stakeholder management: engage with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure effective communication.
• Risk assessment: identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Contract administration: support reviewing, negotiating, and managing vendor/supplier contracts.
• Project documentation: maintain plans, status reports, and meeting minutes.
• Financial management: monitor project financials and budget records.
• Team support: coordinate meetings and assist with project-related tasks.
• Opportunity to manage small works projects.

Skills

Project management

Organization

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

As an Associate Project Manager at JLL, you will hold a critical position within our Retail Construction Projects Team and will be directly responsible for supporting the delivery of challenging Retail projects for a financial services client. Your strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in project management will be instrumental in driving project success.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Project Support: Assist the project manager in overseeing all aspects of project development and execution, including budget management, schedule adherence, and quality control.
• Stakeholder management: Engage with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Risk assessment: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Contract administration: Support in reviewing, negotiating, and administering contracts with vendors and suppliers.
• Project documentation: Maintain accurate project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and meeting minutes.
• Financial management: Monitor project financial performance, track expenses, and maintain accurate project budget records.
• Team support: Provide support to the project team by coordinating meetings, managing team closeouts in coordination with project coordinators and external vendors, and assisting with project-related tasks.
• Project Management: Opportunities to manage small works projects.

Compensation & Schedule:

• 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday
• Time required entry
• Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate for hours exceeding 40 per week, manager approval required

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in project management or related roles within the real estate industry.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of project management principles and best practices.
• Knowledge of real estate industry best practices and construction processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel for project-related meetings and site visits, as needed.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in managing small to medium-scale projects from initiation through completion.
• Experience working with commercial real estate clients specifically within financial services.
• Knowledge of construction processes and building codes
• Proficiency in project management process, software, and tools