Construction Analyst Remote Jobs in Romeoville, IL

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Sourcing Execution & Category Management

Support development of PDS sourcing strategies, including contractor and subcontractor categories across construction, trades, and related services.

Assist end-to-end sourcing processes: supplier identification, RFP/RFQ development, bid analysis, contract negotiation, and award recommendation.

Analyze account category plans for aggregated opportunities with visibility into subcategory spend, supplier summaries, contract summaries, and market insights.

Analyze supplier cost proposals, financial data, and bid submissions to assess price reasonableness and contractor capabilities.

Vendor & Supplier Management

Build and manage relationships with key PDS suppliers; serve as a point of contact for continuous improvement.

Conduct periodic market trend analyses - including supplier landscape, industry shifts, and category benchmarks - and present findings in client-ready formats.

Support strategic supplier reviews and quarterly business reviews with key partners.

Assist in development and execution of supplier responsible procurement programs aligned to client and JLL goals.

Identify and escalate third-party risk issues; support mitigation strategies across the supply base.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Reporting

Prepare sourcing reports, category dashboards, and stakeholder updates in clear, client and internal ready presentations.

Support change management efforts to drive adoption of sourcing strategies and vendor management practices across project teams.

Participate in cross-functional planning sessions and contribute to process improvement initiatives within the sourcing function.

Analytical Mindset - Interprets spend data, bid submissions, and market intelligence to support sound sourcing decisions.

Collaborative Approach - Works effectively across project management, operations, and client teams in a matrixed environment.

Construction & Category Knowledge - Understands the PDS/construction supply chain, contractor qualification, and trade category dynamics.

Communication Skills - Communicates clearly in writing and verbally; produces client-ready reports and presentations.

Client Focus - Maintains awareness of client priorities and tailors sourcing support to meet account-level objectives.

Process & Compliance Orientation - Adheres to procurement policies and controls; drives consistency across the sourcing and contracting processes.

Continuous Improvement - Proactively identifies opportunities to streamline sourcing processes and enhance delivery outcomes.

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

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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

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