Project Manager - Owner's Rep Higher Education

Colliers Engineering & Design•Holmdel Township, NJ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Colliers Project Leaders, we help leaders advance the built environment by assisting them to build amazing workplaces, businesses, and communities around the world. We do this by thinking differently, sharing innovative ideas, and offering a unique and collaborative workplace where you can succeed. In this role, Project Manager-Owner's Rep Higher Education, you’ll be responsible for the project management/owner’s representation services in our markets which include commercial, education, and institutional clients to ensure the success of investors, owners, and occupants. This will include active management of the design, construction, and closeout phases of educational building projects, including interiors/tenant improvement projects. This candidate will have the opportunity to sit out of any of the following New Jersey office locations: Holmdel, Mt. Laurel, Hamilton.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree preferably in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, architecture, or construction management.
At least 5 years of experience in the building design / construction, architecture, and/or engineering field facilitating MEP projects.
Strong knowledge of various construction methodologies, project management models and financial management, as well as building codes, contract law and relevant legislation.
Demonstrated knowledge of the client relations, design, construction, and FF&E process.
Demonstrated ability to manage various tasks, schedules, and deliverables.
Enthusiasm to promote and drive implementation of projects.
Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with MEP Higher Education projects preferred.
Previous experience as an Owner's Rep preferred.
Experience with permits and zoning laws preferred.
Professionally recognized designations are considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage multiple concurrent complex construction projects from start to finish – on time and on budget.
Build strong, trusting client relationships and bring the right people together to come up with innovative ideas and solutions.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the project management process and roles of each team member, including the architects, engineers, and other consultants, and manage all these dynamics.
Manage the process and ensure the clients’ goals and objectives are being addressed and met within the financial and schedule parameters for multiple stakeholders.
Identify, assess, and mitigate issues related to scheduling, logistics, sequencing, cost, quality, and progress as well as negotiating claims and change orders.
Review and evaluate project related materials such as project descriptions, drawings and specifications, budgets, schedules, contracts, and proposals for services prepared by others, as well as review construction documents on a regular basis for conformance to project goals, value engineering and constructibility.
Develop project related documents such as monthly reports, budgets, schedules, presentations, minutes, insurance tracking logs, etc. and review documents prepared by internal team members for accuracy and reporting purposes.
Oversee and manage staff with respect to deliverables, performance, and project commitments.

Benefits

company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
paid pregnancy disability leave
short- and long-term disability insurance
life insurance
a company-matched 401(k)/Roth
paid time off that includes parental and military leave
employee referral and professional license bonuses
reimbursement for education
a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
mentorship program
wellness program
Women’s Organization
ongoing philanthropic opportunities