Contract Support-Downers Grove

Contract Support-Downers GroveJob ID191463Posted30-Oct-2024Service lineGWS SegmentRole typeFull-timeAreas of InterestAccounting/Finance, Building Management, Facilities ManagementLocation(s)Chicago - Illinois - United States of America, Downers Grove - Illinois - United States of AmericaGlobal Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.About the Role:As a CBRE Contract Support Associate, you will provide exceptional customer service and administrative support to a large Business Unit, Facility, or Account. This job is part of the Contract Quality Management job function. They are responsible for managing the delivery of contractual services to ensure requirements are fulfilled.What Youll Do:Respond to client inquiries and concerns and ensure timely and quality service delivery and follow-up to ensure satisfaction.Understand the scope of the contract and make sure that all work is carried out accordingly.Be a financial and operational systems champion. Suggest efforts to put in place cost-saving opportunities to maximize customer and financial savings targets.Coordinate and onboard vendors for reactive and planned works and manage sub-contractor paperwork.Review processed invoices and ensure accurate cost center coding. Coordinate the billing application, calculating margins, raising invoices, and submitting to clients. Work closely with site teams and head office, ensuring accurate processing of quotations and purchase orders.Review and approve maintenance billing invoices and projects as per contracted agreements. Ensure consistent delivery of core operational and financial outputs on the account.Respond to inquiries on financial reports for Accounts Receivable, Payable, and open POs.Deliver monthly reporting support on Contract and Business Unit Reviews.Assist in ensuring compliance with Health & Safety requirements, including HSE reporting and promoting a safe work environment. Maintain QHSE documentation and ensure it is available using company systems.Gather and analyze data to identify and solve complex problems that arise with little or no precedent. May recommend new techniques.Impact own team and other teams whose work activities are closely related.Suggest improvements to existing processes and solutions to improve the efficiency of the teamWhat Youll Need:High School Diploma or GED with 3-4 years of job-related experience.A comprehensive understanding of a range of processes, procedures, systems, and concepts within own job function is required.Ability to evaluate and communicate unusual and/or complex content in a concise and logical way.In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate advanced figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the futureWhy CBRE?We lead by example, guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build, and the world we live in. The more perspectives we have, the more dimensions were able to see. A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence shapes our approach to every opportunity.Our competitive and comprehensive benefits program was designed to make sure you feel valued with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family.Maintain your career momentum with the best tools and training in the industry. Youll have everything you need to thrive in your role: challenging work, dedication to results, fast-paced assignments, and a culture of constant learning.Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are more than just values- theyre a competitive advantage. By crafting a place where our employees are recognized for their contribution and given a chance to grow, we regularly open ourselves and our business opportunities.**Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.**Candidate Accommodations:** CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our companys success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).**NOTE:** Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.CBRE GWSCBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.Find out more (https://www.cbre.com/real-estate-services/directory/global-workplace-solutions)CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)