Construction Project Manager

Why DLC? DLC is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and is driven by a strong culture and entrepreneurial foundation. DLC is one of the nation's leading owners and operators of open-air retail shopping centers and has expertise in all facets of commercial real estate. At DLC, our teammates make all the difference and we offer industry-leading training and career development to assure your success. What We Offer Compensation and Benefits:Competitive pay401K company matchMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceWork-Life Balance:Hybrid work model20+ paid days off annually13+ paid holidays in addition to PTOPaid parental leaveCareer Development:Industry-leading training and developmentOpen door policyIndustry trade shows and event accessMentorship programAbout the Role: The Construction Project Manager is responsible for management of all phases of construction projects including project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closeout to ensure on-time and on-budget completion. Responsibilities Project ManagementCoordinate with VP of Construction to transition projects from estimating phase and establish project objectives, scope, deliverables and timingPrepare and maintain the master construction program schedule, including critical milestone and phasing schedulesManage the design team & process including RFP preparation, contract negotiation, progress monitoring, reviewing and providing feedback on design drawings, and coordinating with tenant-side stakeholdersIdentify all necessary municipal entitlements and oversee submission and issuance of all necessary project permits Manage the construction team & process including procurement, qualification/selection of General Contractors and other vendors, and day-to-day oversight of construction activities to ensure adherence to project schedules, work quality etc.Conduct regular site inspections to assess project progress, identify risks, and ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirementsProvide regular updates and reports on project status to internal and external stakeholders, including milestone progress, budget updates, and open issuesOversee all financial documentation submitted from vendors including contracts, invoices, change orders and lien waivers; primary responsibility for review and negotiations of change ordersReview the executed lease and work letter at project kickoff to identify Landlord deliverables, delivery dates and tenant remedies; manage the project to meet those obligations and escalate risks to schedule or scope before they become lease defaultsEnsure accuracy and completeness of all project details and documentation uploaded in Procore.Coordinate with DLC Tenant Coordinator and Tenant stakeholders regarding project close-out and turnover to tenants.Corporate/Team SupportManage and mentor Assistant PM’s when assigned to project teamPartner with Legal, Leasing, Property Management and Transactions to support cross-departmental efforts including partner reporting, insurance matters, lease disputes, and dispositionsSupport departmental CM Fees billing and collection effortsCarry out thorough project evaluations and assessments to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary corrective measures. Soft Skills/Behaviors: Highly motivated, self-starter with an outstanding work ethicEffective communicator (both verbal and written) that possesses confidence and assertiveness while maintaining humility and respectStrong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-taskCritical thinker who is able to quickly grasp the big picture needsTrustworthy and willing to be accountable for their actions Positive, can-do attitude; strong sense of urgency and enjoys solving problemsAbility to establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders (tenants, contractors, partners) Technical Skills: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or Architecture5-10 years of construction operations experience required (prior experience with retail assets preferred)Ability to travel on a regular basisStrong proficiency in MS Project, MS Office, Adobe Acrobat Pro, etc.Experience with Procore and Blue Beam project management software is preferred The expected salary range for this position is between $125,000 and $150,000. The actual compensation will be based on factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, market and business considerations and other factors permitted by law. About DLC Founded in 1991, DLC has been one of the nation’s preeminent owners, operators, and managers of shopping centers. Our portfolio includes millions of square feet of attractive retail space and continues to expand as we complete additional acquisitions.