Project Manager, Project & Development Services

Cushman & Wakefield•Denver, CO

21h•$110,500 - $130,000

About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for the successful design and planning of facilities projects, including mechanical, electrical, civil, industrial, and architectural applications. The role also oversees associated administrative and budgetary controls and the planning, organization, coordination of resources, implementation, direction, and control of projects. The position requires exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, as well as the ability to lead a team and mentor less experienced team members.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Five or more years of related experience.
Solid project management skills and demonstrated understanding of the project management business.
Experience in client relations, client management, and consulting.
Ability to autonomously manage a complete project from onset through completion.
Ability to read and understand construction specifications and blueprints.
Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.
Ability to prepare and track master project budgets.
Highly organized, with the ability to identify and manage multiple priorities.
Understanding of technical requirements for various project types.
Construction industry experience.
Problem-solving, analysis, reporting, project leadership, and ability to provide guidance to junior staff.

Nice To Haves

Life sciences or high-tech manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with group direction by performing routine tasks and activities and establishing processes, methods, and systems.
Proactively manage project-related issues on an account or assigned project.
Develop project scopes, schedules, and reports, and manage the development of drawings for clients and property or facility management teams through design, development, and construction phases.
Ensure successful initiation, planning, execution, and closeout of projects against agreed targets.
Maintain high qualitative and quantitative work standards and accurate, consistent electronic files.
Prepare agendas and meeting materials, lead meetings, and develop and maintain master project budgets and timelines to meet project objectives and client needs.
Support project implementation and execution through construction completion and work with the owner team on operational readiness plans.
Advise management and obtain necessary approvals for potential organizational changes, actions requiring additional commitments, and expenditures exceeding approved budgets.
Coordinate and track vendor RFQs and RFPs.
Proactively manage project-related risks.
Review change orders and project invoices and confer with clients regarding project financial information and services.
Keep building management informed of project progress.