Project Manager, Construction Services

Brookfield Asset Management•Toronto, ON

36d

About The Position

Responsible for providing project/construction management services, as well as administering and supervising Tenant and Landlord improvement activities for Brookfield Properties.

Requirements

Superior customer service delivered by strong verbal and written communication skills.
Solid negotiation, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent multi-tasking, detail orientation and organizational skills.
Project management skills including experience with managing General Contractors.
7+ years’ related experience in retail, office and base building construction and renovations.
Ability to read, interpret and understand drawings and specifications.
Strong knowledge of building codes, contract law, construction material, and design concepts.
Knowledge of construction, contract practices and project close out procedures.
Knowledge of local municipality requirements and regulations.
Basic Accounting knowledge and working experience within an accounting system.
Computer Software knowledge of MS Office 2010, Outlook, Auto-View, Microsoft Project and Accounting/Construction Management software program.

Nice To Haves

Experience with negotiations and with budgeting is a definite asset.
University Education; P.Eng., preferred.

Responsibilities

Tenant Work Project Management: Responsible for working with Tenants, their designers and contractors, reviewing Tenants’ drawing submissions to ensure that proposed design and construction meets Brookfield guidelines and standards.
Recommend changes to drawings and specifications to comply with Brookfield standards and deliver a seamless construction experience through a fulsome review letter.
Monitor Tenant’s construction projects to ensure that procedures, materials, and equipment comply with approved plans, specifications, and samples, building standards and quality.
Co-ordinate with tenants, their consultants and contractors during construction to assist in resolving building issues, site problems, and to assist in maintaining project schedule.
Manage documentation and tenant correspondence relevant for the project.
Maintain, revise, and update Construction Manuals as a result of code changes or company standard changes; ensure that required start up documents are received and filed.
Landlord Work Project Management: Prepare and participate in budget estimates and schedules for Landlord Work and some capital expenditure projects.
Manage site meetings and project inspections to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
Recommend selection of consultants and contractors for Landlord Work; manage and build key relationships with the selected project team to deliver a successful project based on approved timing, scope and budget.
Prepare and review tender documents, contracts, purchase orders and forecasting through Construction Manager/Yardi.
Review documentation during the project including shop drawings, schedules, site instructions, and change orders.
Ensure that required closeout documents are received and filed, and that all permits are closed.
Monitor deficiency lists; review projects at end of warranty period for defects and non-compliance items.
Advise management of up-to-date construction management concepts and practices.
Support to Other Departments: Assist Leasing (office & retail), Asset Management and Legal Departments in the negotiation and finalization of lease documents related to construction work.
Provide accurate project status updates to all stakeholders (schedule and cost).
Coordinate and notify building operations and security of construction activities.
Collaborate and support Property Management with building modifications, capital projects, finishes selection, and research.
Billing & Administration: Approve invoices and tenant allowances; review and recommend approval of payments to contractors, suppliers, etc. for quantities of materials received or used and work completed during specific periods.
Develop, recommend, and maintain accurate and current project budgets.
Embody and support Brookfield Properties’ Safety, Health and Environment Policy.