Assistant Project Manager, Construction

Great people make great properties. As a shopping center developer of some of the nation's best real estate in top markets, Macerich offers opportunities to work, grow and develop your unique talents.

The Assistant Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects at assigned properties, working under the direction of a Project Manager or AVP/VP of Construction. Assistant Project Managers must demonstrate the ability to work in partnership with peers in Development, Design, Tenant Coordination, Leasing, Accounting/Finance, Department Store/Anchor Tenant Leasing, Risk Management, IT, and Property Management/Operations.

The successful candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

• Support the Project Manager in the management of preconstruction and construction activities for one or more assigned projects, typically smaller in scope or complexity than a full mall redevelopment.
• Assist Design/Planning and Development in tracking project solutions against corporate goals related to design, budget, schedule, quality, and customer service.
• Support development of construction budgets and schedules under the direction of the Project Manager.
• Assist the development manager and Project Manager in preparing:
  • Development schedules
  • Site logistics / phasing plans
  • RFPs for issue to vendors
• Gain working exposure to multiple construction delivery methodologies, i.e., lump sum, GMP, design/build, cost plus, with increasing responsibility over time.
• Assist the Design Manager and Project Manager in constructability reviews of project documents.
• Assist in the preparation and administration of vendor contracts through to execution.
• Support monitoring of project construction budgets throughout the development process, flagging variances to the Project Manager.
• Maintain document control and assist with change management for assigned projects.
• Review and verify change order documentation for accuracy prior to Project Manager approval.
• Assist in tracking project goals and identifying issues that may require strategy adjustments.
• Prepare draft monthly financial and schedule progress reports for review by the Project Manager prior to presentation to the AVP/VP of Construction.
• Coordinate with specific consultants and/or construction managers as assigned by the Project Manager.
• All other duties as assigned.

The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

• A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management is preferred. Remarkable candidates without a formal degree may be considered.
• Supplemental education from ICSC or related industry group is a plus.
• Continuing education in studies related to retail development and construction is anticipated.
• Minimum of 1 year, up to 4 years' experience supporting the management of construction projects, with emphasis on retail preferred.
• Experience with a general contractor, retail developer, or owner's representative organization is preferred.
• Best-in-class benefits with affordable employee contribution levels
• Paid time off, including vacation time, 12 paid holidays and 80 hours of sick time annually
• 401(k) match with immediate vesting
• Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discount
• 24 paid volunteer hours and employer charitable match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive wellness program including a Class Pass membership

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