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Job Description – Project Manager, JLL Bristol
Role Purpose
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join JLL’s Bristol Project Management team. This unique opportunity will give you exposure to a range of varied and high profile major new build and refurbishment projects in the Bristol and South West area. The ideal candidate will have a technical background (either PM/QS/BS ideally) and have at least a year’s industry experience. MRICS or CIOB or an equivalent qualification is preferred, or perhaps you will be working towards this qualification over the next year.
JLL has an enviable track record of projects in Bristol and the South West, with a range of clients across the commercial, education, residential, life sciences or industrial sectors and there is opportunity to bring your own stamp and personal brand to this role. You will have the support expected of one of the world’s leading businesses, but will be operating within a cohesive and established team with all the resources needed to establish and capitalise on the successes of the JLL Bristol team. You will have a chance to innovate with our major clients, put that expertise into action on landmark projects and work on game-changing real estate initiatives. You will also make long-lasting professional connections – internally and externally - through sharing different perspectives and you will be inspired by the best. We are focused on opportunity and want to help you make the most of yours. Bristol is seen by many of our clients as the best market outside London and we believe that with your exceptional talent you will be able to make a real impact in the local market and expand your experience and career here at JLL. There is significant opportunity for progression and rapid career development.
We have one of the best offices in Bristol with many different working areas and the best city views from our roof terrace. We work on a hybrid basis with the excellent IT and offer flexibility to our teams in terms of working hours and offer a class leading benefits package which includes excellent pension, car allowance, healthcare and dental options, season ticket loan, e-vehicle scheme, life insurance and a range of other flexible benefits.
You will be reporting into a director and you will have the ability to work on projects from your first day. As such, you will need to demonstrate experience in the industry as well as the ability to manage and build strong relationships with clients, professional design teams and contractors alike. You will also be encouraged to support on bids and engage with other areas of the business. You will be welcomed to take an innovative and entrepreneurial approach to your work – we encourage innovation and support individuals within our world class business.
What this job involves
Assist with (and eventually lead) day to day delivery of projects for funds, developers, occupiers and supporting Associates and Directors on larger projects
Select, appoint and manage design teams in the development of design solutions, planning application and statutory approvals
Prepare and manage project fee schedules, budgets and deal with project invoicing
Assisting with site inspections, snagging inspections and site meetings
Arrange for specialist quotations, for site investigations, professional team appointments and adjudicate and instruct these
Able to compile and administer complex building contracts, ensuring the compliance of contractors to the contract terms and conditions
Assist with the compilation of tender documents and critical review of tender returns, contract negotiations, client reporting
Organise, attend and minute regular project meetings and follow up actions for the team
Develop project documentation, fee schedules, programmes, risk schedules and master budget
Produce client reports to suit all stages of the projects
Manage client relationships throughout the project cycle
Business Development both internally property consultant, externally and with existing clients
Sounds like you? Can you demonstrate that you are / have:
Enthusiastic, proactive and self-motivated
Highly organised, excellent time keeping skills, adaptable and able to prioritise tasks
Excellent verbal, numerical and report/proposal writing skills
Flexible and have the ability to work to deadlines
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Willing to become part of a dynamic, engaged and supportive team
Ready to capitalise on the opportunities presented by working with many specialist property consultancy colleagues at JLL to identify new opportunities
Well presented and have excellent communication skills
Willing to become part of a dynamic and supportive project management team
Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of JLL. We believe in recruiting, retaining, rewarding and developing all our employees with regard to their abilities and contributions and without reference to their background, gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, political belief, disability or long-term health condition.
We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process and employment accessible to candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions. Please do feel able to be open about this at any point during the process and our recruitment team will work with you to establish the most appropriate adjustments. We are keen to support all our employees with juggling their work, personal and family commitments and alongside our approach to flexible working, we have a comprehensive parental transition support programme to assist parents during the early months and years of parenthood.
You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where we succeed together – across the desk and around the globe. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things.
Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your ambitions in career, recognition, wellbeing, benefits and pay. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sights and imagine where JLL can take you.
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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. 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.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
