JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
Job Title: Assistant Design Coordinator - Architecture experience in Commercial and Retail.
Key Responsibilities
Design Process Management: Establishing and managing protocols for the entire design phase, including setting up document control systems and tracking the progress of consultants.
Stakeholder Liaison: Serving as the primary point of contact between clients, internal project managers, and external design consultants (architects, MEP engineers, etc.).
Technical Reviews & Compliance: Reviewing design submissions and shop drawings to ensure they comply with building codes, project specifications, and the client’s approved requirements.
Schedule & Milestone Tracking: Maintaining the "Drawing Release Schedule" and "GFC (Good for Construction) Drawing Logs" to ensure that the site team never runs out of approved plans.
Clash Detection & Value Engineering: Working with BIM teams for coordination (e.g., ensuring plumbing doesn't hit structural beams) and identifying cost-saving opportunities through value engineering.
Budgetary Control: Monitoring design-related expenses, tracking allowances against actual costs, and managing change orders to prevent budget overruns.
Administrative Support: Organizing and chairing design meetings, recording minutes, and ensuring follow-up actions are completed by the relevant consultants.
Typical Software & Tools
In this role, proficiency in both design and management software is essential:
Education: A degree in Architecture,
Design/BIM: AutoCAD and Revit for reviewing technical plans.
Project Management: Asana, Trello, or Microsoft Project for timeline tracking.
Collaboration: Document management systems like Planview or Jira for tracking issues and approvals.
Common Project Types
Commercial
Retail
Hotels
Total Experience - 6-8 Years
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
