Retrofit Data Center Construction Lead/Owner Representative
About The Position
As an Owner’s Rep/Senior Project Manager in the Construction Management function, you will manage large, high-profile construction projects for clients and have direct accountability for project delivery. The role is responsible for ensuring construction project deliverables are completed on time. The position is onsite in Cedar Rapids, Iowa; relocation assistance may be provided for the right candidate. The role requires expertise in construction project delivery, monitoring work against approved drawings and specifications, reviewing contractor and vendor documentation, reporting on project status and risk, assessing project costs, reviewing construction agreements, and overseeing schedules and approvals. It also involves providing functional expertise and coaching, influencing stakeholders, contributing to operational plans and standards, and developing improved methods for achieving individual and department objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent combinations of experience and education will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- 8–10 years of relevant experience.
- Innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions.
- Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions with broad business impact.
- In-depth knowledge of Google Suite products, including Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Chat, and Gmail.
- Expert organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
- Ability to calculate somewhat complex figures, including percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Conduct periodic site visits to monitor construction progress and verify work aligns with approved drawings and specifications.
- Review documentation submitted by contractors and vendors, including direct cost payment requisitions, budget status, and subcontracts.
- Prepare project status and construction risk assessment reports and recommend release of construction funds.
- Review complex contract drawings and specifications for completeness and general compliance with best practices.
- Evaluate the developer’s direct and indirect cost budget and coordinate with the Cost Advisory group on parameter estimates and spot quantity take-offs.
- Comment on construction agreement terms, including subcontracts, architectural and engineering design agreements, and building loan agreements.
- Ensure contractor and architect qualification statements are up to date.
- Oversee large construction and disbursement schedules, including zoning approvals, certified surveys, and building permits.
- Showcase expertise in the job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other disciplines within the function.
- Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise across areas within the function.
- Model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values and persuade stakeholders, including senior stakeholders, to adopt different points of view when appropriate.
- Impact customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multidisciplinary teams.
- Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and operational plans in support of functional goals.
- Communicate difficult and complex ideas and influence others.
- Apply advanced knowledge to develop better methods for accomplishing individual and department objectives.
- Adhere to applicable SOX control responsibilities.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance for the right candidate.
- Flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
