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Construction Project Team Lead

JLL · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time

What this job involves

  • Managing multiple concurrent projects including renovations, building infrastructure upgrades, large remodels, and new construction with heavy focus on ground-up construction
  • Leading ground-up construction projects through all phases: due diligence and land acquisition, feasibility studies, design development, planning and zoning review, pre-construction, construction, and closeout
  • Evaluating site feasibility during transaction phases, assessing physical, environmental, regulatory, and financial factors
  • Directing technical and financial analysis to determine project scope, budget parameters, schedule requirements, and risk factors
  • Coordinating with architects, engineers, and consultants to develop construction documents that meet project objectives and budget requirements
  • Managing municipal approval processes, regulatory compliance, contractor selection, subcontractor procurement, and value engineering
  • Overseeing construction operations including schedule management, quality control, budget tracking, change order processing, and safety compliance
  • Providing weekly project activity updates to Team Lead on schedule, risks, budget status, and cash flow using JLL technology platforms
  • Developing risk management plans and guiding teams through work authorization processes to prevent impacts in critical environments
  • Preparing comprehensive project documentation including charters, due diligence reports, budgets, schedules, meeting minutes, funding requests, status reports, and punch lists in accordance with pre-established formats
  • Managing vendors to ensure compliance with all project policies and procedures, ensuring project closeout within 90 days of completion including inspections, commissioning, warranty documentation, and client handover

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field
  • 10-20 years of project management experience covering all aspects of design and construction
  • Proven experience with project scope development, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contract negotiations
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, project scheduling software, and web-based applications
  • Familiarity with architectural drawings, furniture/fixtures/equipment specifications, design and space planning concepts, and construction costs and schedules

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in related field
  • Architecture, Engineering, or Project Management certification
  • LEED Certification
  • PMP Certification

Travel Requirements

This role will require up to 60% travel within assigned portfolio.

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