Hybrid Project Controls Manager

at Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

• Job title: Project Controls Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $85,000 - $120,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Chicago, United States

About the role

• Project Controls Manager managing construction project operations focusing on accounting and scheduling. Collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure project success and adherence to budgets.

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
• Experience with JD Edwards E-1, AdaptiveWork, Ingenius Build, PowerBI, Trimble and scheduling software (MS Project or similar)

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay