Assistant Project Manager

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.

Shaping the future of real estate for a better world

At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.

We bring to life a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way.

JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat.

What this opportunity involves:

As 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 maximize outcomes for all stakeholders.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• •Prepare and maintain monthly project deliverables, including Project Delivery Plans, Monthly Status Reports, Anticipated Cost Reports, and meeting agendas and minutes
• •Establish and maintain project budgets in line with client requirements, forecasting expenditure to achieve on-budget completion
• •Build and maintain a detailed project programme with clear milestones to support successful delivery
• •Maintain an accurate, up-to-date risk register and proactively identify, mitigate, and report on project risks
• •Prepare Project Control Group (PCG) reports, attend PCG meetings, and chair weekly project meetings as required
• •Draft vendor RFPs, scopes of work, and manage tendering processes
• •Participate in value engineering and buildability analysis, critically reviewing design and documentation to minimize risk and maximize outcomes
• •Administer contracts with clients, consultants, and suppliers, ensuring they are properly executed and maintained in accordance with legal and commercial requirements
• •Support financial and contractual project close-out, including as-builts, deeds of release, and client training

Sounds like you? This is what we are looking for:

Required qualifications:

• •Demonstrated experience supporting or coordinating construction, fit-out, or capital projects
• •Working knowledge of project budgeting, cost reporting, and cash flow/accrual management
• •Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Microsoft Project
• •Understanding of the legal and commercial environment affecting project planning and delivery
• •Ability to conduct commercial negotiations with contractors, suppliers, consultants, and authorities within established limits of authority
• •Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental compliance obligations (e.g., ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO9001)
• •Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to confidently chair meetings and produce clear reporting
• •Ability to assess client needs and project constraints and translate them into actionable plans

Preferred qualifications:

• •Experience using JLL technology platforms such as Clarizen, Jaggaer, or Project Toolkit
• •Understanding of varied project delivery methods, including Project Management, Construction Management, Managing Contractor, and Lump Sum arrangements
• •Experience preparing EOIs, pricing submissions, or project proposals to support new business wins
• •Exposure to contract administration and variation review processes
• •A collaborative mindset — we believe the most effective teams are built when everyone is empowered to thrive, and we're looking for people who bring that spirit to every project
• •Interest in developing toward greater project leadership responsibility, with JLL's support in helping you embrace more innovative ways of working and advance your career

Benefits:

• •Great employee discounts off fitness, wellbeing & other renowned brands
• •18 weeks paid maternity leave
• •Private Health Insurance Discounts
• •Active Social Club
• •Employee assistant program
• •Novated Lease for EV cars
• •Paid time off for volunteer work
• •Career Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firm
• •Premium offices

What you can expect from us:

You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you.

As an organisation, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability, and that is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.

Interested candidates, please apply following the link below quoting job reference number REQ547212

Location:

On-site –Brisbane, QLD

Job Tags:

Affordable Housing Real Estate Management, Building Condition Survey Project Delivery, Build to Rent Real Estate Management, Construction Industry Knowledge, Consulting Industry Knowledge, Data Centre Industry Knowledge, Education Real Estate Management, Industry Knowledge, Information Technology (IT), Office Management

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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