Job Description: Associate Project Manager Reports To: Project Manager / Senior Project Manager Primary Function: Support Project Managers in delivering tenant improvement and building renovation projects from the planning phase through final completion and delivery to the client. Assist with day-to-day project coordination, documentation, and communication while developing the skills needed to independently manage projects relative to budget and schedule. Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Real Estate, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field is preferred. 1-3 years of related experience in commercial real estate, construction, or project coordination is preferred. Qualifications: § Strong organizational skills, responsiveness, and initiative § Detail-oriented, with the ability to support multiple projects at once § Professional and customer service-oriented § Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work with a wide range of people, including clients, contractors, and leasing professionals § Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; familiarity with Procore or similar construction project management software is preferred but not required § Basic understanding of construction terminology and design disciplines, with a strong desire to learn § Positive attitude and team-oriented approach § Coachable, with a willingness to grow into a Project Manager role Relationships: § Maintains relationships with associates and all other departments within the Company § Works with general contractors, designers, architects, suppliers, vendors, and others serving the Company or its projects § Supports relationships with clients, tenants, and stakeholders under the guidance of the Project Manager Activities: The activities listed here are not all-inclusive; rather, they indicate the types of activities normally performed by this position. § Project Support - Assist with projects from lease review, planning, and due diligence through test fitting, design, permitting, bidding, construction, FF&E procurement and installation, and move management - Help prepare and track project budgets and schedules - Assist with RFPs for construction services and compile bid comparisons for Project Manager review - Track change orders, submittals, RFIs, and project invoices - Schedule project meetings, take meeting minutes, and distribute action items - Attend site visits and assist with punch lists and quality control - Organize and maintain project documentation, including contracts, invoices, warranties, O&Ms, and as-builts - Assist with project closeout and Tenant Improvement Allowance reconciliation - Communicate project updates to internal teams and clients as directed - Flag potential risks or issues to the Project Manager promptly - Over time, manage smaller projects independently as experience grows Expectations: § Embrace politeness and respect in all internal and external communications § Commitment to customer service excellence § Take ownership of assigned tasks and follow through § Communicate effectively and keep all parties informed, including owners/clients, tenants, brokers, accounting, and property management § Respond promptly to information requests, whether internal or external § Collaborative team member who is eager to learn and grow