Assistant Project Manager, Construction

Macerich • Phoenix, AZ

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Macerich is a shopping center developer seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects at assigned properties. This role operates under the direction of a Project Manager or AVP/VP of Construction and requires collaboration with various internal departments including Development, Design, Tenant Coordination, Leasing, Accounting/Finance, Department Store/Anchor Tenant Leasing, Risk Management, IT, and Property Management/Operations. The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities.

Requirements

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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, and 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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
• Career-development resources
• Comprehensive wellness program including a ClassPass membership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level