Professional, Facilities Management

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Assistant Facilities Manager - Buildings & Grounds, Projects

What this job involves:

As an Assistant Facilities Manager specializing in architecture and project management, you'll play a vital role in supporting the strategic planning, design coordination, and execution of building improvement initiatives. This position bridges technical expertise with operational excellence, ensuring our facilities meet both functional requirements and aesthetic standards while maintaining optimal performance. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to manage capital projects, space planning initiatives, and building enhancement programs from concept through completion. At JLL, we embrace more innovative ways of working and prioritize opportunities to strengthen and advance your career, and this role offers exposure to diverse project types across multiple properties. Your architectural background will be essential in reviewing design proposals, ensuring compliance with building codes and standards, and translating client needs into actionable facility improvements that enhance the built environment.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Coordinate and oversee building improvement projects, including renovations, tenant improvements, and capital infrastructure upgrades, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Conduct site assessments and space planning exercises, utilizing your architectural expertise to recommend design solutions that optimize functionality and operational efficiency
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy, code compliance, and alignment with project objectives and facility standards
• Serve as liaison between internal stakeholders, architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors throughout the project lifecycle to ensure seamless communication and coordination
• Monitor construction activities, conduct site visits, and perform quality inspections to verify work meets design intent and adheres to safety protocols and regulatory requirements
• Maintain detailed project documentation including schedules, budgets, change orders, punch lists, and closeout materials to ensure comprehensive record-keeping and accountability
• Support the development of long-term facility master plans by conducting building condition assessments and identifying capital improvement priorities
• Assist with sustainability initiatives and building certification programs by incorporating energy-efficient design principles and environmentally responsible practices into projects

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field from an accredited institution
• Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in facilities management, project coordination, or architectural practice with demonstrated project delivery success
• Strong knowledge of building systems, construction methods, materials, and relevant building codes and regulations
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Excellent project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software or building information modeling (BIM) tools

Preferred qualifications:

• Professional architectural licensure or progress toward licensure
• Experience managing facilities within corporate, commercial, or institutional environments
• Knowledge of LEED, WELL, or other green building certification standards and sustainable design practices
• Familiarity with facility management software platforms such as CMMS, CAFM, or similar systems
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management credentials
• Experience with budget development, cost estimating, and financial tracking for capital projects

Location:

On-site –Cebu, Philippines

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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