Chicago, Illinois, USA
4 days ago
Sr. Assistant Project Manager

Job Title

Sr. Assistant Project Manager

Job Description Summary

Support a team of project managers with responsibilities including the coordination of projects, small tenant improvements, assignments, capital improvements and building or site repairs for properties; may provide project management support to Project Managers or Directors for designated projects.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support initiation phase and subsequent phases of projects including resource management and assignments.Support onboarding, continuous training, and process adherence for direct team members and project managers within programGovernance and reporting of program level initiatives including financial status, tenant improvement processing, and data integrity.Supports process development, program improvement and quality initiatives across the account.Establishes goals and objectives with timetables for the organizational unit and sub-units supervisedReview requisitions, change orders, payment applications and other invoices associated with the projectSupport staff responsible for specific sites to identify requirements, estimate costs, prepare schedules, and coordinate completion of required workParticipate or lead reoccurring operational and project specific team meetings both internally and with client.Assist in the selection and contracting process of consultants and construction contractors, as necessary for each projectIssue regular status reports to personnel regarding work in progressGet buy in and obtain appropriate approval for organizational changes, project plans and expenditures in excess of approved budgetHave a background in renovations/tenant improvements in the above sectorsPerform related assignments, as required, in the daily operation of the group

 KEY COMPETENCIES

1. Client Focus

2. Multi-Tasking

3. Organizational Skills

4. Time Management

5. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)

6. Team Orientation

7. Proven leadership ability,

8. Administrative ability

IMPORTANT EDUCATION

A high school diploma is required.A Bachelors degree with a major in architecture, engineering, building construction, project management, or other related technical area is preferred

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE

3+ years of relevant work experience, or similar combination of education and experience

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to develop excellent client relationsStrong 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others and exchange accurate information; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; move about the workplace; remain in a stationary position for up to 90% of the time; and extend hands and arms in any direction.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, C&W takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.




Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.


The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.


The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.


The compensation for the position is: $66,300.00 - $78,000.00

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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