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 people and empowering them to thrive, 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.

Mō mātou / What we're about

Our Projects and Development Services (PDS) team provide corporate and institutional clients with the management of design, construction, and relocation services to minimise risk and eliminate unnecessary cost.

Projects range from greenfield developments to major fit outs and refurbishments, from single one-off projects to state, national multi-site and regional roll-out projects requiring consistent nationwide delivery.

As one of the largest project management firms in Australia with a team of over 320 professional staff, we operate in sectors including commercial, industrial, education, data centres, hotels, retail, and defence.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi / About the role

As an Assistant Project Manager (APM) you will be expected to contribute independently to the tasks below. This means as an APM, you demonstrate some familiarity with the subject matter and are able to produce these deliverables with guidance from senior team members. Assistant Project Managers are also able to validate and oversee deliverables produced by Project Coordinators. It is expected an APM be involved with between 5-8 projects at various stages.

As the Assistant Project Manager you are expected to take responsibility for the effective management of all phases of smaller/less complex project (or projects) from initial establishment to handover and project closure. These projects would be managed under the guidance of a Project Manager/Senior Project Manager. The role requires coordinating thought and leadership skills to encourage maximum contributions of all participants in the project and focus these to maximise outcomes for all stakeholders.

An Overview of the role:

• Establish/Maintain project budget in accordance with client requirements. Manage and forecast expenditure to achieve completion within budget.
• Establish/Maintain a detailed overall project programme that sets clear milestones and objectives to ensure successful project delivery.
• Establish & maintain an accurate and up to date risk register.
• Chair weekly project meetings as required.
• Contract administration, ensuring contracts with clients, consultants and suppliers are properly executed and maintained. Carry out contract administration of all vendors professionally and in accordance with legal requirements to protect commercial interests of client and Jones Lang La Salle.
• Establishing and maintaining anticipated cost reports. Including cash flows and accruals. Ensuring invoices from vendors are submitted in a timely manner to both the clients and JLL accounting.
• Reviewing and providing recommendations on variations. Collecting and vetting appropriate supporting documentation for submission to clients. Obtaining timely client approvals.
• Be able to effectively run a project in the absence of the Project Manager.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

A degree in a relevant Project or Construction Management related discipline or related field and three (3) years’ experience or a combination of formal education and experience in excess of eight (8) years, three of which must be related to Design, Construction, or Project Management.

Tono mai, apply today!

Interested candidates, please use following the link below quoting the job reference number MPREQ491799

Location:

On-site –Auckland, New Zealand

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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