Project Controls Manager

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Project Controls Manager, East Coast, PDS Projects - JLL Project & Development Services Team

JLL is seeking a full-time Project Controls Manager, East Coast to join our Project & Development Services team. This account-based position supports multi stakeholders and is ideal for an experienced construction project manager with a strong affinity for project accounting, scheduling, risk mitigation, and reporting.

Location:

Chicago, IL;
Boston, MA;
Providence, RI.

Reports to:

Director of Project Controls

Key Responsibilities:

Manage daily project operations, including cost analysis, project/program budget and cashflow reporting, change order tracking, and PO/invoice processing

Collaborate with project managers, team leadership, JLL Finance, and client staff to achieve project and account goals

Prepare and distribute monthly reports on Projected Spend, Work-In-Place, and Cost Summary

Manage accurate cost reports, spend forecasts and schedules

Analyze project over/under spends at a program level

Develop and manage project charters, schedules, and change order processes

Review and verify vendor quotes, proposals, and SOVs

Maintain project cost codes (WBS) in accordance with established standards

Manage project financial close-out activities

Participate in process documentation and the development and implementation of process improvement initiatives

Collaborate with JLL Finance on billing, budget updates, reconciliations, and PO issuance

Develop and maintain effective relationships with all stakeholders

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or Finance/Accounting

Minimum 5 years of direct construction project management, project management principles, project controls, or construction project accounting experience

Thorough knowledge of the construction industry and field experience

High proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, external file linking, macros)

Experience with project scope, schedule, budget, and cashflows

Understanding of project risks related to budget, scope and schedule impact

Familiarity with various contracting types (GMP, Lump Sum, Design Build, etc.)

Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to simplify the complex

Strong interpersonal skills and a relationship builder

Ability to work independently, think creatively and analytically, and make data-driven decisions

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work well with diverse stakeholders

Adaptable and open to change

Preferred

Skills:

Experience with JD Edwards E-1, Adaptive Work, Ingenius Build, Power

BI, Trimble and scheduling software (MS Project or similar)

Quick learner with new software applications

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Estimated compensation for this position:
85,000. USD per year This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site
-Cambridge, MA, Chicago, IL, West Greenwich, RI If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements.  We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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