Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

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We are seeking an experienced Project Manager within the commercial real estate industry to join our dynamic team!

Project Manager

• Works as part of the Project Team, assisting with the development of the scope and schedule for project work and managing the approved budget.
• Provide superior client service.
• Contribute to the growth of the company.
• Enhance your own professional and personal skills.
• Meet assigned Critical Performance Indicators and Key Performance Indicators.

The selected candidate will be expected to manage multiple projects at one time in various phases of development and to meet or exceed established goals including speed to market, data quality & budget. The candidate's primary focus will be on the specific needs of the project, client, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders but will also be required to support Team and Client initiatives for process improvement and personal career development.

The selected candidate will also be required to track project financials and schedule reported status regularly. Project Management experience in construction, commercial real estate, and MEP infrastructure is preferred.

• Support the client on large complex projects and assignments.
• Proactively manage project-related issues on account or assignment.
• Develop scope and schedule for assigned projects.
• Conduct and document all weekly meetings.
• Coordinate and track all Vendor RFPs; maintain accurate and consistent electronic files and documentation.
• Coordinate activities of general contractors and relocation of technical functions.
• Interact and negotiate with contractors and subcontractors.
• Prepare/update project status reports, process purchase orders and invoices, update tracking reports and maintain files for due diligence and financials.
• Demonstrate a proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all PDS technology as required for assigned projects.
• Ensure accurate management of all accounts receivables to maintain a level not to exceed the planned working capital charge as set by corporate finance, the account finance team, and/or the Regional Operations Manager.

• Professional planning and hands on management/oversight for multiple projects.
• Manage multiple projects at various phases and in various locations, from project identification through design, planning, client approval, permit issuance, construction, and financial closeout.
• Demonstrate full accountability for end-to-end management of projects.
• Lead project teams consisting of architects, design engineers, general and specialty contractors, property management, operating engineers, real estate brokers, environmental consultants, client Project Management Organization, client security, and client technology teams.
• Provide weekly project activity updates to Team Lead and/or Regional Manager for Project Schedule, Budget, and Risk and provide activity updated for same into Client's Project Management web-based tools.
• Development risk management plans, and lead teams through established work authorization processes to ensure no impacts or incidents within critical environments or equipment.
• Apply top tier project management skills during client interactions to decipher client needs and develop project goals and scope of work.
• Oversee and prepare accurate project documentation for all phases of construction including project charter, due diligence reports, budgets, schedules, meeting minutes, financial funding requests, status reports, punch lists, and special reports on-time and in accordance with pre-established formats to pass all project documentation reviews with client.
• Manage vendors (e.g., GC, A&E, Security, signage) to ensure full compliance with all project policies and procedures, including the formal closeout of all projects.

• Ability to prepare and track budgets.
• Understanding of technical requirements for a business relocation.
• Familiarity with architectural drawings and furniture and space planning concepts is a plus.
• Flexibility with work hours and travel as needed.
• 2-3 years of practical experience in a project administration/accounting position required.
• Experience in construction management or real estate preferred.
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive-level…