Director Real Estate Project Delivery

Fidelity Investments•Westlake, TX

About The Position

Fidelity Real Estate is seeking a Director of Project Delivery to lead multidisciplinary project teams and manage real estate projects of varying complexity, from interior enhancements to critical infrastructure projects. The role applies project management expertise to control project scope and budgets in alignment with Fidelity’s business objectives, identify and address risks, and deliver projects on time and within budget. The Director leads real estate project delivery across Fidelity locations, including entitlements, design and planning, budget and schedule development, permitting, construction, and commissioning. The position works closely with internal departments and external partners, leads a team of project managers, manages third-party delivery resources, and presents project information and strategies to senior leadership. Travel within the U.S. is required. Fidelity Real Estate serves Fidelity business units in the U.S. and internationally. The team manages more than 11 million square feet of space, including offices, data centers, and retail investor centers. Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased regional and role-based rollout; onsite expectations vary and may evolve.

Requirements

10 or more years of experience leading the design and construction of complex projects.
4 or more years overseeing direct reports, including establishing expectations and goals, managing performance, and supporting career growth.
In-depth knowledge of construction, including site, ground-up, interior, critical, and technology-focused projects.
Knowledge of leasing and transactions, including lease negotiations, landlord work letters, and tenant allowance or reimbursement processes.
Ability to travel within the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, interior design, engineering, construction, construction management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead multidisciplinary project teams, including internal collaborators, external partners, designers, consultants, contractors, and vendors.
Manage all phases of real estate projects with varying complexity, from interior enhancements to critical infrastructure projects.
Establish project controls and manage budgets and scope in alignment with Fidelity’s business objectives.
Identify project problems and risks, implement solutions, and plan for near- and long-term resolutions throughout project delivery.
Lead project delivery across Fidelity locations, including entitlements, design and planning, budget and schedule development, permitting, construction, and commissioning.
Partner with workforce planning, space planning, leasing and transactions, facilities and operations, engineering, security, technology, and other departments.
Prepare and deliver presentations to senior leadership throughout the project lifecycle, including design concepts, budgets, construction planning, and change management strategies.
Lead project managers and cross-functional teams across business units.
Establish regional partnerships with architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors.
Manage third-party project delivery resources, track performance, and motivate team members.
Oversee direct reports by setting expectations and goals, managing performance, and supporting career growth.