Senior MEP Project Manager

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• POSITION SUMMARY
  Provides professional project management experience to designated projects and assignments at a client site (The Vanguard Group in Malvern, PA), campus, and facilities, with a heavy focus in installing or replacing mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) infrastructure systems and building envelopes of commercial buildings. Interacts with client representatives onsite, receives direction and coordinates with the property or facility management team. Manages the assigned construction projects through the initiation, design, construction and closeout phases. Monitors and coordinates the execution of the various services and processes relating to client contracted agreements for project management related to infrastructure upgrades to buildings. Works in collaboration with the assigned account manager, building or facility management team, clients, owners, and others.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage overall execution of building lifecycle/MEP infrastructure and building envelope projects while coordinating with other entities (IT, AV, Security, Furniture, etc.,) and client stakeholders to deliver a seamless project on schedule and on budget.

• Manage construction/improvement projects at multiple locations in Malvern, PA, Charlotte, NC, and Phoenix, AZ.  Some travel required.

• Develop and execute project-specific and client-driven goals, schedules, budgets, strategy and detailed assumptions with methodology for accomplishing and/or managing goals and objectives.

• Build and maintain rapport with client representatives and ensure that the scopes of project and outside business forces affecting the project, and specific deliverables is fully understood with performance standards and other relevant criteria. 

• Coordinate any necessary due diligence efforts on behalf of the internal team, project partners, clients and/or end users, maintaining and delivering all appropriate documentation. 

• Develop a detailed project budget based on historical and market data and clearly defined set of budget assumptions.

• Guide the client and team through the design implementation process including conceptual, schematic, design development and construction documentation and signoff. 

• Develop and maintain Master Project Schedules and manage the successful execution of projects so that completion falls within intended time-frames. 

• Prepare various RFP’s needed for vendor and contractor services as well as manage the contractor, vendor selection process. 

• Develop procedures for distribution, receipt, opening, levelling and award of projects and services.  

• Facilitate initiation of all critical project meetings and coordination exercises with internal staff, key stakeholders and external users to ensure responsibilities are efficiently, accurately and effectively communicated and understood by all concerned. 

• Manage project performance against schedules, scheduled milestones and critical path items on multiple projects. 

• Manage vendor and project team performance to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, all regulating entities and client expectations. 

• Identify, manage and mitigate areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk (fee, our reputation, errors and omissions, etc.) to Management Committee and Region Manager.

• Contribute where needed and/or requested by JLL Management Committee, Region Manager or Market Lead in the refinement of best practices of standards of excellence for the business unit and JLL overall.

• Assist in training and developing Jones Lang LaSalle team members in the skills and understanding of firm procedures, methodology and practices expected for a successful project implementation.

• Ensure that all accounts receivable are maintained at a level not to exceed planned working capital charge as set by corporate finance, the project team and/or the Regional Operations Manager.

• Any/all other duties, as assigned.

KEY COMPETENCIES 
1.    Client Focus
2.    Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
3.    Relationship Management 
4.    Leadership
5.    Multi-Tasking
6.    Technical Proficiency
7.    Consultation
8.    Organization Skills
9.    Time Management

PREFERRED EDUCATION  
•    B.S. Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical and/or Plumbing), Architecture or a similar field

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
•    Minimum of 8 years directly related experience in an engineering/construction project accountability role

•    Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a project management capacity especially experience in leading, motivating, and developing employees 
•    Hands-on experience with the design and/or construction of commercial building interior fitouts and utility installation and replacement projects preferred

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

•    Ability to read and understand construction specifications and drawings
•    Strong proficiency with MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

WORK ENVIRONMENT 
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

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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!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 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

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