Project Manager-Retail Bank Ground Up Construction

Turner & Townsend•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Project Manager provides consulting services to a financial services client account, supporting strategic business objectives for retail bank construction. The role leads ground-up construction and new branch renovation projects in Florida, with an emphasis on Atlantic Coast or Tampa/Orlando markets based on the candidate’s location. The Project Manager manages commercial real estate projects from initiation through completion, including planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout. This is a remote role that requires project site visits amounting to approximately 20%–40% day travel weekly. On-site presence and requirements may change depending on client needs. SOX control responsibilities may also be part of the role where applicable.

Requirements

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Five to eight years of relevant experience; a combination of experience and education may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Experience with Kahua, MS Project, or similar project management software.
General knowledge of leases, contracts, and construction practices, and ability to read architectural drawings.
Strong organizational skills and an inquisitive mentality.
Advanced math skills, including the ability to calculate percentages, fractions, and other financial-related figures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s).
Experience with Smartsheet.
Ground-up, retail, and/or financial services experience.
Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

Manage all areas of commercial real estate project management, including planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
Work directly with clients to prepare project scope, resource requirements, cost estimates and budgets, work plans and schedules, quality controls, and risk identification.
Conduct periodic construction site visits to monitor progress, review completed work, and assess whether work is proceeding properly and generally in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
Review contractors’ direct-cost payment requisitions and budget status; subcontracts; bonds and subcontractor default insurance; change orders; developer monthly Job Cost Reports; contingency adequacy; construction and disbursement schedules; lien waivers; and related documentation.
Review contract blueprints and specifications for completeness and general compliance with commonly accepted architectural and engineering methodologies.
Analyze the developer’s direct and indirect cost budgets, including estimate backup, and coordinate with the Cost Advisory group on parameter estimates, spot quantity take-offs, and review of supporting documentation from developers, contractors, and subcontractors.
Review and comment on construction agreements, submitted subcontracts, architectural and engineering design agreements, building loan agreements, and contractor and architect qualification statements.
Review and comment on construction and disbursement schedules and submitted documents, including zoning approvals, certified surveys, building permits and approvals, utility company approval letters, soil and foundation engineering reports, and designer certifications of code and ADA compliance.