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Organ Recovery Systems

Senior Project Manager

Itasca, IL · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

... to Associate Project Managers, Project Managers, and project team members as assigned. PRIMARY (Essential) FUNCTIONS : * This role will be responsible for leading complex company projects and ...

Siemens

$52 - $70.50/hr

This Project Management SkillBridge Internship supports data center projects in Mt Pleasant, WI and ... the world's leading technology companies. Curious to see how Siemens recognizes the Military ...

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Thermo Systems LLC

Senior Project Manager

Dekalb, IL

$125K - $175K/yr

People Leadership: * Provide mentorship and guidance to project managers, associate project managers, and project staff. * Support development of project management capabilities across the ...

Thermo Systems

Senior Project Manager

Dekalb, IL · On-site

$125K - $175K/yr

People Leadership: * Provide mentorship and guidance to project managers, associate project managers, and project staff. * Support development of project management capabilities across the ...

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How much do associate project leader jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate project leader in Illinois is $29.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.57 and $34.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate project leader?

Associate Project Leaders are professionals who assist in planning, executing, and closing projects under the guidance of a Project Leader or Manager. They help coordinate project activities, manage timelines, communicate with stakeholders, and ensure project deliverables are met within scope, budget, and schedule. Associate Project Leaders often serve as a bridge between team members and upper management, helping to resolve issues and keep the project on track. This role is ideal for those looking to gain experience in project management and develop leadership skills.

How does an associate project leader typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

As an Associate Project Leader, you will frequently coordinate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, marketing, finance, and operations to ensure project milestones are achieved on schedule. This involves facilitating regular meetings, clearly communicating project goals, tracking progress, and addressing any roadblocks that arise. Effective collaboration requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills, as you’ll often need to gather input from various stakeholders and align team efforts with overall project objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate project leader, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Project Leader, you need strong project management skills, organizational abilities, and typically a bachelor’s degree in business, management, or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Asana, or Trello, and sometimes a certification like CAPM or PMP, is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate teams and manage stakeholder expectations. These skills are crucial for delivering projects on time, within scope, and ensuring team alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

What is the difference between Associate Project Leader vs Project Coordinator?

AspectAssociate Project LeaderProject Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree, relevant certifications (e.g., PMP)Bachelor's degree often preferred, certifications less common
Work EnvironmentInvolved in project planning, execution, and team coordinationFocuses on administrative tasks, scheduling, and communication
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries like construction, IT, and engineeringCommon across various industries for project support roles

The Associate Project Leader typically has more responsibility in project execution and team leadership compared to a Project Coordinator, who mainly handles administrative and logistical tasks. Both roles require strong organizational skills, but the Associate Project Leader often participates more actively in decision-making and project management processes.

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Infographic showing various Associate Project Leader job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,091 per year, or $29.4 per hour.

Associate Project Manager, Climate and Decarbonization

JLL

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

JLL rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 291 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 208 rated real estate companies

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL 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 peopleand empowering them tothrive, 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.

What this job involves:


As an Associate Project Manager, Climate and Decarbonization Practice at JLL, you will be responsible for supporting delivery of energy and decarbonization solutions to our global real estate partners. Your continuous development of skills is key to the impact you will have in this role. Your knowledge of commercial real estate operations, sustainability and energy management will speak to your ability to collaborate with your team in delivering innovative and impactful solutions.

What your day-to-day will look like:


Technical Energy and Decarbonization Analysis (40%)
You will be responsible for supporting technical project delivery related to energy and decarbonization solutions development, energy benchmarking, and reporting. Activities will include a mix of technical asset-level analysis and desktop portfolio analysis. You will support building performance standard compliance efforts across the US (NYC LL97, BERDO, etc.) related to asset-level measure development and analysis. Leveraging Microsoft Excel and additional 3rd Party analysis tools will be a core part of your role as you support the team developing decarbonization pathways for corporate occupier and owner/investor real estate clients.


Decarbonization Advisory Support (15%)
You will interact with clients on decarbonization advisory scopes to develop collaborative decarbonization targets (including SBTi), support project related documentation, perform research, support weekly meetings and develop reports and memos communicating technical details, processes and action items.


Technical Delivery Process Development (10%)
In collaboration with leadership, you will support developing and evolving the technical solutions for our sustainability consulting services. These include data management processes, analysis capabilities, identifying applicable 3rd Party tools as well as client facing deliverables, where applicable. You will need to collaborate across the North American Sustainability Consulting platform to bring together the best of developed solutions.


Additional ESG Advisory & Sustainable Buildings Support (15%)
On an as-needed basis you will support the other pillars of our sustainability consulting practice related to sustainable building design and operations (including LEED, WELL, Fitwel) as well as ESG portfolio advisory for both real estate corporate occupiers and owner/investor portfolios


Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum 1-3 years' experience in real estate sustainability, energy/engineering analysis, and/or decarbonization/energy efficiency
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
  • Understanding of building design, construction, and operations across multiple real estate asset types
  • Previous experience with site visits and client engagement
  • Possess strong analytical and creative critical thinking skills
  • Have excellent oral and written communication skills
  • An excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in engineering, sustainability management or real estate a plus
  • Demonstrated experience in technical data analysis and/or engineering delivery, client engagement and presentation delivery preferred
  • CEM certification is an asset

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

70,000.00 - 95,000.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

Remote -Atlanta, GA, Bellevue, WA, Chicago, IL, Irvine, CA, New York, NY, Portland, OR, Sacramento, CA, San Francisco, CA, San Jose, CA, Washington, DC

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. 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. Some of these benefits may include:

  • 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

  • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

  • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you'repursuing.

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