Project Manager-Retail Construction

About the role

The Project Manager provides consulting services to our retail client account to help achieve the company's strategic business objectives. Projects consist of retail fit-outs and relocations. This job is part of the Project Management function responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion. Role is remote but requires approximately 25% travel to client sites nationally.

What you'll do

• Manage all areas of project management for commercial real estate projects, including planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout
• Interface directly with clients to prepare all project elements, including the scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimates & budget, work plan schedule & landmarks, quality control, and risk identification
• Define the project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through the project qualification process
• Conduct a standard request for proposals, complete bid evaluations, and recommend resources to clients
• Implement project documentation governance that is aligned with company and client requirements
• Ensure project data integrity and documentation is accurate, timely, and coordinated
• Build action plans to meet objectives, budget, and schedule
• Track the progress of each project and report status and variances
• Demonstrate ability to identify project threats and develop risk mitigation and contingency plans
• Implement plans to reduce or eliminate project risks
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions
• Mentor others and share knowledge of your job subject area and have broad understanding of several job fields within the function
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence) values
• Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams

Qualifications

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered
• LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred
• Retail commercial real estate construction project management experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Smartsheet experience is beneficial
• General knowledge of leases, contracts and construction practices and the ability to read architectural drawings
• Interpersonal skills with an advanced inquisitive mentality