Project Coordinator Business Operations Analyst (Onsite in Chicago, IL)

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Job Description

About the role

As a project coordinator business operations analyst, you will provide operations and administrative support for financial clients corporate construction projects. Coordinate budgeting, process improvement, and other functions enabling the department to meet objectives in an effective and efficient manner. Develops recommendations to solve issues related to business operations.

This role is on site at our clients campus in Chicago, IL.

What you´ll do

Monitors invoicing for expenses to ensure compliance with established policy, service contracts and other operating constraints. Works with appropriate departments to define and implement accounting standards for complex transactions or special projects.

Troubleshoots and resolves inquiries and requests from peers, vendors, and the client.

Reviews and monitors department processes and procedures to find opportunities to improve service delivery to customers. May network with external contacts to research and recommend practices.

Coordinates budget preparation. Researches and collects input from multiple resources. Compiles a variety of operating, financial and statistical information as needed to respond to requests.

Leads and facilitates communication of standard processes, policies, procedures, and initiatives to support operations. Establishes processes to share knowledge and implement process improvements. Facilitates process improvement by engaging appropriate resources in issue identification and resolution.

Requires strong attention to detail, time management, and a proactive attitude to deliver within strict deadlines.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field is preferred.

• 1-3years of experience in business operations, business analysis, performance management, consulting, project controls, or operational support.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.

• Experience developing reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Information

*SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this, we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/

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