Chicago, Illinois, USA
7 days ago
Project Manager

Job Title

Project Manager

Job Description Summary

Provides professional project management experience to designated projects and assignments at a client site, campus, and facilities. Interacts with client representatives onsite, receives direction and coordinates with the property or facility management team. Monitors and coordinates the execution of the various services and processes relating to client contracted agreements for project management and tenant improvements. Works in collaboration with the assigned account manager, building or facility management team, clients, owners and others.

Job Description

JOB DUTIES

Prepare agendas, develop and maintain master project budgets and timelines as required for each project and project phase to ensure overall project objectives and client needs are met. Keep building management apprised of progress at all timesPrepare and coordinate project reports and drawing reviews for clients, property/facility management team, and project team (as applicable) at conceptual, schematic, design development and construction phases of projectAssist in the selection, contracting process and oversight of consultants and construction teams as necessary for each projectReview requisitions, change orders and other invoices associated with the project and confer with client and property management on costs and impactsSupport the marketing of services to clients as requestedAdhere to corporate, building, and client policies and proceduresCooperate with other building/facility personnel to achieve goals and objectives as to quality, service, cost and profitReport to immediate supervisor major problems and findings and results achieved with recommendationsAdvise and obtain the necessary approvals from the appropriate members of management of potential organizational changes, actions that might require additional commitments, and the need for expenditures in excess of approved budgetAdhere to government laws and regulations and established rulings of government authorities, including building codes, safety regulations, etc.Maintain high qualitative and quantitative standards of work performanceStrive constantly to improve skill and work knowledge; keep up to date in the field of specializationOther duties as assignedPeriodic inspection of campus facilities to include proactive identification of areas in need improvement, enhancement, and corrective maintenance.

 

COMPETENCIES

Client Focus Communication Proficiency (oral and written)Relationship ManagementLeadershipMulti-TaskingTechnical ProficiencyConsultationOrganization SkillsTime Management

 

 EDUCATION

B.S. Degree in Construction management, Engineering, Architecture or equivalent job experience

 

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 7 years directly related experience in an engineering/construction project accountability roleMinimum of 7 years project management experience required Hands-on experience with tenant improvement construction projects preferred

 

Additional eligibility qualifications

Ability to read and understand construction specifications and blueprintsStrong proficiency with MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)Ability to travel to job sites

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

 This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others and exchange accurate information; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; move about the workplace; remain in a stationary position for up to 90% of the time.

 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

 

Note:  This job description includes the core responsibilities for C&W. These duties may have slight modifications based on the regional location. 




Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.


The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.


The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.


The compensation for the position is: $127,500.00 - $150,000.00

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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