Construction Project Manager- Commercial Real Estate

Turner & Townsend•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Turner & Townsend is engaged to support our clients with many complex projects, responsible for all aspects of program and project management throughout the NYC area as well around the world. As such, we are seeking a Project Manager who will act as the day-to-day interface with our high-profile commercial real estate client and be responsible for projects of multiple sizes and scales, driving them from inception through turnover. ~ On-site presence is required 2-3 days within the week. Requirements may change depending on our client's needs.

Requirements

Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and analytical skills.
Proven track record in leading and delivering high-quality programs/projects.
Able to display exceptionally strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Able to develop and maintain long-term relationships with all members of the team.
Ability to present to senior management to gain approvals.
Passionate about solving complex challenges within aggressive timelines.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and other relevant software platforms.
AutoCAD proficiency is mandatory.
Furniture installation experience is required.
Bachelor of Science or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in design and construction of corporate interior projects.

Nice To Haves

Consulting experience is preferred.
Corporate Tenant Improvement experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support to lead the development and management of the project's strategic plans and program initiatives to meet the goals and needs of the Owner.
Support design, engineering and construction team through planning, design, preconstruction and construction activities.
Initiate and manage the procurement of design, construction and consultant services.
Serve as liaison between client and design/construction professionals.
Oversee and review the development of architectural and engineering construction drawings and bid documents.
Lead value engineering sessions as necessary to reduce cost.
Develop, monitor and update the master project budget and schedule.
Provide analysis of budgets and schedules and their effect on the financial objectives and schedule of the project.
Assist client in scheduling, coordination and management of all Owner-direct vendors and consultants.
Meet with clients, city officials, architects, engineers, contractors and consultants to present the project status and anticipate issues.
Demonstrate extensive knowledge and understanding of project controls, project management, construction documentation and sequencing.
Lead all aspects of the project, including the budget, schedule, operational needs, procedures, client standards, QA/QC program requirements, as well as individual roles and responsibilities.
Attend owner, architect and contractor meetings, taking the meeting notes and managing the follow-up action items.
Establish and oversee project close out documentation and processes through to completion.
Negotiate, resolve and close out any outstanding change orders, quality issues or disputes.
Process and track any final invoices, payment applications, retention payments, etc.
Prepare and submit final project accounting and budget.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.