Associate, Construction

About the role

Bellwether is seeking an Associate to join our construction management team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in general contracting, developer, construction management, architectural, or engineering roles. Client-facing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the construction and asset management team with deals involving construction or capital expenditure projects;
• Analyze construction progress while identifying potential risks, opportunities, and concerns;
• Prepare comprehensive cost and design review reporting for development projects;
• Research and analyze market trends with respect to current and anticipated costs of material and labor;
• For debt deals, conduct monthly site visits to ongoing projects and prepare monitoring reports;
• Manage lender draw and pay application processes with client and asset management teams;
• Liaison with operating partners, borrowers, and leading members of the asset management team to ensure business plan execution;
• Consistently assess the value of reengineering a project versus time and scheduling constraints, saving costs without affecting the integrity of the project;
• Effectively weigh the cost/benefits to the overall project and customer experience;
• Develop institutional knowledge for the firm through case studies and contributing to an internal database of project information;
• Oversee the successful completion of construction projects within our client’s portfolios;
• Participate in the continued growth and improvement of all reporting functions within the construction team;
• Develop institutional knowledge for the firm through case studies and contributing to an internal database of project information.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years' relevant experience;
• General contracting, developer, construction management, architectural, or engineering experience preferred;
• Client-facing experience preferred;
• Experience with the following software/technology:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat or BlueBeam;
• Construction scheduling software (ex. Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, etc.)
• Construction/project management software (ex. Procore, CMiC, BuilderTrend/CoConstruct, Smartsheet, etc.)
• Construction technologies such as BIM, AutoCAD, SketchUp, BlueBeam
• Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), Lean Construction, Push-Pull Planning
• Standard general contractor and consultant contract forms
• Running the bidding/solicitation and vendor selection process
• Navigating the entitlement and planning process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in construction management, engineering, or architecture;
• PMP, LEED Certification preferred;

Skills

• Job Knowledge & Technical Ability: Understanding and use of general construction terminology and processes. Ability to read and analyze construction plans, specifications, schedules, and budgets. Knowledgeable in LEED, Fitwel, WELL Standards, and other sustainability practices. Knowledge of entitlement and planning processes.
• Initiative & Dependability: Ability to perform responsibilities independently and proactively, solve problems, and improve processes and/or services. Self-directed, takes initiative and responsibility, ensures completion of tasks.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong listening and interpersonal skills. Highly effective at preparing and presenting information.
• Professionalism & Teamwork: Acts with honesty and integrity and maintains confidentiality, adheres to company policies. Promotes a collaborative and productive work environment. Demonstrates team building, support and respect.

Benefits

• Employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision, with buy-up options available;
• Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account;
• Carrot Fertility Benefit - $10,000 lifetime benefit;
• 401k company match 4%, immediately vested;
• Generous PTO, 11 Paid Company Holidays & Paid Holiday Office Closure 14 weeks;
• Maternity Leave & 12 weeks Parental Leave;
• Wellbeing program offerings;
• Cell phone reimbursement;
• Engaging team events & holiday parties;

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Exempt position, regular full-time hours.