Corporate Real Estate Project Manager

DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.HDR's Corporate Real Estate Team provides services associated with new worksites, office expansions, office renovations, and relocations. CRE's services include real estate leasing and negotiations, space and furniture planning, design, construction, information technologies integration, and coordinating workspace purchases.We are hiring a Regional Project Manager to oversee projects from the completion of the design, through the construction, furniture ordering, and move into a new or remodeled office space. The Project Manager will work directly with local HDR management (the client), IT personnel, furniture vendor, move manager, landlord and construction professionals, to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget. Job requires travel (sometime on short notice). Excellent time management skills and a desire to work in a fast-paced, hectic environment is required. The job includes both hands-on and administrative duties.Primary ResponsibilitiesWork with the client from the start of each project to ensure you understand the project scope and visionReview tenant finish plans/CD’s with architect to determine if plans are in accordance with pricing plansPrepare prelim and final budgets which will include furniture, move and TI costs.Track project budget and schedule to meet goals. Approve change orders as required.Develop project phasing plans, as requiredSite visits as needed during construction. Review the work performed by the construction team, in conjunction with the design team, through to completion and require that the materials furnished and the work performed are in accordance with the drawings, specifications and contract documentsRead and understand lease work letter for adherence to language, dates, budget, and building rules & regulationsPlan clarification with GC/LL’s PM if necessaryCoordinate through the construction team the work of all subcontractors (including furniture vendors, cabling vendors and any and all other subcontractors whether they are employed by landlord or HDR) until final completion and acceptance of the Project by Client.Chair weekly meetings with GC/LL PM, other HDR team members to cover:Coordination with contractors, IT, furniture dealer, Regional Facilities Coordinator (RFC) and move manager to define critical datesReview ScheduleTrack BudgetSecurityStaff Safety (especially if project is in existing tenant space)Trouble shoot any items that come up during projectCoordinate with national furniture dealer to complete furniture plans. Check plans for adherence to corporate furniture standards. Approve furniture quotes and submit requisitions. Review Furniture Plan with end users.Weekly meetings with client during project to keep them posted on status, address any concerns Administrative DutiesRequisitions for TI’s and FFEInvoice approval/forward for paymentSend Move Coordination sheet to Move ManagerSite visit with move manager if needed to evaluate scope of work, meet with end users about purging, meet with movers, etc.Travel to project site for move weekend if needed.Preferred QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Construction/Project Management, Interior Architecture or DesignPrior experience in the Corporate Real Estate arena, preferably in Project/Construction management or Coordination.Ability to read blueprints, structural drawings, and plan setsConstruction knowledge and cost estimating skillsDemonstrated leadership skillsExcellent client-facing communication skillsOutstanding communications skills with requisite gravitas to deal with C-level executivesAbility to adapt to and overcome internal and external challengesAdapt to and overcome cultural and technical challengesAutoCAD proficiency and some ability to create architectural designs based on customer input and feedbackMicrosoft Project or other PM software proficiencyQualificationsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in related field7 years related experienceA minimum of 2 yearsproject management experienceMust have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skillsAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustWhat We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.Job Field: AdministrativeSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular