PDS Intern

JLL - Phoenix, AZ

Position Summary:

OVERVIEW
The ideal candidate is a junior or senior in college or recent college graduate who possess the desire to learn about the Commercial Real Estate industry – specifically the construction side of the business. We are seeking a candidate who knows how to take the initiative, is energetic, highly motivated and professional. The candidate should have a strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate, effectively, with a diverse group of individuals.

We seek a candidate with conceptual knowledge of the construction process including estimating, purchasing, subcontractor negotiating, scheduling, design/construction technology, and plan reading. The candidate should also have basic computer proficiency.

The position requires the use of several computer software programs: Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), Lotus Notes, Microsoft Project and Timberline. The goal of the internship is to assist the Assistant Construction Manager and Construction Manager to varying degrees.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Partner with manger to assist the Project team complete project closeouts.
Assist PM’s in resolution of problem invoices
Project to outline areas where we might be able to streamline the closeout process.
Shadow local AZ PMs one day a week.
Assist in the maintenance of job file system. (These files include those of individual subcontractors, vendors, projects, change orders, etc.)
Assist Construction Manager in developing and updating project schedules.
Assist in maintaining subcontractor’s payment files as needed. (This includes maintaining folders by subcontractor/ vendors within a project supporting subcontractor/vendor payments.)
Assist Construction Manager in the review and processing of shop drawing submittals.
Provide assistance in reviewing and pricing cost impact of construction document revisions on projects.
Order and issue construction drawings and specifications as required for distribution.
Assist Construction Manager to obtain and prepare project closeout documents.
Interface with Construction Superintendents and perform job site inspections to review status as it relates to construction schedule and document requirements.
Assist in maintaining and preparing appropriate cost control and project documents and reports (e.g., JCA, RFI log, shop drawing log).
Assist in the preparation of the monthly application for payment for submission to the owner.
Assist in the bidding, negotiating, and awarding of subcontractors and vendors.