Industrial General Manager - Property Management

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Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people  and empowering them to  thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   

JLL is currently seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Industrial General Manager who will manage properties as directed by the property owners and in accordance with the standards and procedures of JLL, and in accordance with the Management Agreement.  The General Manager (GM) functions as the professional-in-charge of the specific asset(s) under management.  As the lead professional, the GM is responsible for all aspects of client and tenant satisfaction.  Of specific importance is achieving stated financial results (NOI and cash flow) and operating objectives (leasing, capital improvements, system enhancements, tenant satisfaction, operating expense control, etc.).

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Assist in completing the JLL Management Audit.
• Inspects properties and equipment to determine extent of service and equipment required.  Recommends, justifies, develops and coordinates projects that enhance the value of the office buildings.  Assigns employees or vendors to duties such as maintenance, repair, or renovation and obtains bids for additional work from outside contractors pursuant to client and JLL guidelines.  Notifies tenants of special projects, emergencies, or other requests.
• Capable of managing major construction projects such as lobby renovations, garage membrane resurfacing, elevator upgrades, façade repairs, etc. Reviews construction specifications or plans, obtaining advice from the Chief Engineer, Operating Engineers and/or engineering/design consultants.  Oversee all preventative maintenance programs.  Prioritize day-to-day operations and provide direction to engineering staff.
• Supports Brokerage Team in the review of lease proposals and lease language, lease discussions, and negotiations. The Upon execution of the Lease, GM assists the Project Manager (if applicable) in the tenant construction coordination process, prepares the set-up of accounting information to collect specified rents and develops lease abstracts.  Maintains intimate knowledge of lease agreements; ensures compliance from an accounting standpoint and acts upon from an operations point of view.  GM is responsible for lease administration process and assists in managing tenant option rights and notifications.    
• Employs or contracts for onsite management and engineering personnel, as delineated within the operating budget, management plan and/or management services agreement.  Submits hiring recommendations to Group Manager and/or Regional Manager for approval. 
• Competitively bids and prepares all service contracts to assure high quality and cost-effective services.  Assembles and analyzes contract bids, and submits bids, recommendations and standard form contract agreement to authorized signor for execution. Acts as primary contact for service contractors and vendors.  Participates in group bid process as appropriate.  Ensures that all legal agreements have been fully executed by Contractor and ownership. 

WHAT YOU BRING

• Real Estate license required within the first six months of assuming the position.  Must maintain active license once earned. 
• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of seven (7) years of commercial real estate or property management experience, preferably industrial
• Must have at least three (3) to four (4) year experience at managing people; specifically, a staff of three (3) or more.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret legal documents (lease documents, claims of lien, etc.), general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. 
• Ability to produce well-written reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from senior level management, clients, customers, peers and the general public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as; discounts, interest, commissions, prorations, percentages,  basic calculation of measurement of rent, parking fees, late fees, and volume.