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Cary, North Carolina, Job Title Senior Property Manager Job Description Summary Responsible for the management of the Property Management staff as well as to oversee a significant portfolio or property and to serve as a point person on third-party relationships Job Description ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ⢠Direct, coordinate, and exercise functional responsibility for property management business ⢠Provide overall property management leadership through the development and interpretation of policies and programs, coordination of information flow and property management strategy ⢠Provide direction and leadership to Property Management staff, promoting reasonable career paths associated with property management professionals ⢠Track budget variances and ensure smooth recovery process ⢠Oversee the billing process including payment of invoices and disbursement of funds ⢠Monitor cash flow and cash requirements in conjunction with Property Manager to ensure efficient use of cash ⢠Oversee preparation of reports, annual budget, and other documents for owner in accordance with the management agreement ⢠Support prompt collection of management fees and reimbursements to overhead ⢠Maintain interface with third-party owners, ensuring total contract compliance, and accurate and timely reporting ⢠Resolve tenant relations issues to ensure their satisfaction ⢠Perform regular property inspections with staff ⢠Oversee construction projects with Construction Manager, including approving construction contract and invoices ⢠Ensure compliance with Property Management Policies and Procedures, codes, regulations, and governmental agency directives KEY COMPETENCIES 1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written) 2. Customer Focus 3. Problem Solving/Analysis 4. Leadership Skills 5. Teamwork Orientation 6. Time Management Skills 7. Financial Acumen IMPORTANT EDUCATION ⢠Bachelorâ™s Degree in Business Administration or related discipline preferred IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE ⢠5+ years of real estate property management or related experience ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS ⢠CPM, RPA, or CSM designation ⢠Possess real estate license ⢠Strong knowledge of finance and building operations ⢠Proven experience in management, evaluation, development, and motivation of subordinates ⢠Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals, including both employees and vendors ⢠Previous experience in analyzing and negotiating commercial lease and/or contract language ⢠Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 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. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS 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 may need to travel from floor to floor, climb stairs, and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly operate office machinery. AAP/EEO STATEMENT C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, C&W takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. OTHER DUTIES 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. Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativeâ‹ 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 . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
Southfield, Michigan, Job Title Project Manager Job Description Summary The Project Manager is responsible for the successful management of the design, planning and construction of real estate facilities projects, with accountability for accomplishing all project goals and objectives. Project aspects may include mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, and architectural applications; the associated administrative and budgetary control responsibilities; the planning, organizing, coordination of resources; and full control and execution of the project to the fulfillment of client expectations. Job Description Essential Job Duties : Management of project deliverables, including developing scope of work, scheduling project reports, managing the development of drawings for clients and property/facility management team, designing and development and constructions phases for assigned project. Proactively manages project-related issues on an account or assigned project, as necessary. Ensure success in initiation, planning, execution, and completion of all projects against agreed upon targets. Maintain high qualitative and quantitative standards for work performance along with maintaining accurate and consistent electronic files. Prepare agendas and meeting materials, lead meetings, 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. Advise and obtain necessary approvals from management of potential organizational changes, actions requiring additional commitments and the need for expenditures in excess of approved budget. Coordinate and track all vendor RFQâ™s and RFPâ™s. Review all change orders and other invoices associated with the project and confer with client, all project financial information and management of services to clients as requested. Responsible for keeping building management apprised of progress at all times. Education/Experience/Training : Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field. 5+ years of related experience. Solid project management skills with demonstrated understanding of project management business. Experience in client relations, client management and consulting. Autonomously able to manage a complete project from onset through completion. Read and understand construction specifications and blueprints. Ability to read and interpret architectural/engineering drawings. Prepare and track master project budgets. Highly organized with the ability to identify and manage multiple priorities at once. Understanding of technical requirements for various project types. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong problem-solving skills Provides guidance to junior staff Experience with analysis and reporting Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativeâ‹ 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 . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
Princeton, New Jersey, Capital Project Scheduler, Facilities Construction US-NJ-Princeton Job ID: 2024-19111 Type: Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Facilities Management and Physical Plant Overview The Capital Project Scheduler (CPS) will provide technical expertise and substantial construction industry experience in all matters related to the practical, accurate construct of large capital project construction CPM schedules. The capital project scheduler will also be responsible for the development and implementation of best-in-class technical analysis processes that provide department managers critical insight and reporting that highlights schedule logic, work progress, variances, stacking of trade work, and clear identification of potential risks and subsequent risk mitigation planning. Reporting to the Associate Director, Project Controls within the Office of Capital Projects (OCP), the capital project scheduler will oversee a Project Associate who maintains the OCP Oracle P6 EPPM cloud scheduling platform which serves as the centralized environment for third party Contractors and University staff to develop and consume schedule files and P6 templated reports. The Facilities organization has long hosted a centralized P6 scheduling environment that is used for the creation of preliminary pre-construction capital planning schedules as well as monthly progress construction updates. It is in this, cloud P6 environment, where third party contractors develop and maintain project CPM schedules. The CPS will, in ways exemplified below, work closely with the Project Associate to refine and enhance the P6 platformâ™s: Organizational structure (OBS, EPS, WBS). Project templates Code structures (Project, Activity) Schedule quality analysis Templated reports (Variance, Critical Path, Stakeholder focused, Resource distribution). Responsibilities Essential Responsibilities: Serve as industry leading expertise in the Oracle P6 EPPM scheduling environment and provide expert level CPM schedule analysis and reporting across the project portfolio. Build preliminary/conceptual schedules inclusive of activities, logic, durations and based on assumptions developed through working with OCP project teams Engage directly and routinely with third party contractorâ™s scheduling representatives to ensure best-in-class P6 scheduling techniques and protocols are being utilized. Provide comprehensive (technical and qualitative) review third-party contractorsâ™ schedules for all aspects of accuracy, including completeness of representation of work activities, logic, duration, and provide assessment to OCP project teams, in particular with respect to contractorsâ™ schedules used for basis of contract agreements (e.g. Guaranteed Maximum Price agreements). Provide experienced leadership and analytical support to project teams for all project schedules related specifically to schedule health, reasonability of assumptions, change management and risk mitigation. Review and correlate in-situ work to project schedule status for confirming accuracy of monthly project schedule updates provided by third-party contractors, as well as provide reporting and guidance to project teams for ensuring accuracy of monthly project schedules compared to work in place. Maintain an accurate and detailed awareness of project statuses across the entire portfolio. Provide timely, clear, and accurate reports and commentary to the ADPC that describes current statuses, floats paths, risk severity, delay mitigation measures and an informed narrative as to likely outcomes; ability to recognize concerns with monthly schedule reporting provided by third-party contractors. Maintain the P6 database as a single source of schedule truth as it relates to project and collaborate closely with stakeholders/audiences who benefit for consuming schedule information. Facilitate schedule review meetings and workshops to communicate schedule status, discuss issues, and drive resolution of scheduling conflicts; ability engage with all project team members (both external and internal) in order to review and assess âœproject healthâ from design/construction administration, construction, project management viewpoints. Monitor project progress against baseline schedules, identify deviations, and recommend corrective actions to keep projects on track. Ensure the timely distribution of a variety of monthly reports targeted at internal administrative audiences. Actively solicit participation from other stakeholders who would benefit from expanded use of the P6 data and reporting. Find opportunities for data integration with other stakeholdersâ™ systems. Provide effective, strategic training and developmental support for OCP staff, including both project management and construction management staff, and as required for career advancement of the Project Associate role. Expand a network of P6 scheduling vendors and consultants that might be used on University projects. Provide guidance and mentorship to the Project Associate on best practices, techniques, and tools for effective schedule management. Other duties: Function as the Departmentâ™s representative on committees and task forces of the University, external regulatory agencies, and other organizations in all matters related to the status of projects and their critical relationships. Develop and maintain training materials and make effective presentations to groups with disparate levels of technical knowledge of design and construction. May serve on various University committees. Identifies elements of project design and construction likely to give rise to disputes and claims. During onsite inspections, may perform examinations of installed products. Qualifications This position will bring in depth industry project scheduling experience and insightful context to bear through direct engagements with university project managers, A&E firms, and the third-party Contractors that are responsible for the detailed scheduling and overall delivery of projects. This engagement will require strong personal initiative in the following areas: Rapidly acquire an intimate knowledge of the critical project activities, logic and duration for those activities that normally fall outside the control of the Contractor or AE such as: Capital planning priorities, land use, regulatory, governance approvals (financial and other), internal University reviews, final commissioning/acceptance, and turnover to operations Interface and dependence on work provided by entities other than Contractor, including utility providers, University Facilitiesâ™ entities, etc. Requirements and time required for testing and inspections performed by University Facilitiesâ™ entities, end users, or the state/local municipality. Develop an understanding of precedent University project deliveries, their durations, challenges, and successes to reconcile against, and inform, the assumptions being made in current and future project schedules. Validate, to the greatest reasonable extent, the activities, logic and durations assumptions being made by our project teams as they build upon preliminary schedules to develop detailed project schedules. The CPS will engage with the Associate Director of Project Controls, who is a strong internal estimating/quantity survey resource, and the third-party contractor estimator to understand each projectâ™s construction quantities/complexities. The CPS shall use industry metrics which relate building quantities to productivity to validate schedule duration assumption as well as provide, and or evaluate provided, estimates of labor required to meet anticipated schedule durations. MINIMUM Qualifications: Bachelorâ™s degree in engineering, construction management or architecture. Minimum of 8+ yearsâ™ experience as manager of an enterprise scheduling environment with multiple, complex projects. Firsthand knowledge in the development of CPM schedules with assumptions for logic duration based on system specific productivity metrics and workflow. Experience in project management of software application development and/or integration. Effective communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex project data and draw actionable insights. Requires strong leadership and team building skills. Ability to identify process gaps, breakdowns in workflows and create, with the input of stakeholders, alternative solutions that will improve the work product. Demonstrated proficiency in: Primavera P6 EPPM, Autodesk BIM suite (ACC Build, BIM360 Next Gen, Glue and/or Field), PMWeb or similar collaborate web-based project management software (Procore, E-Builder, PlanGrid). Preferred Qualifications: Certification in project management (PMP) and/or scheduling (PSP) Primavera Advanced Training Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS PI255176569
Seattle, Washington, King County Metro is looking for three (3) innovative, and collaborative Transit Capital Project Management Supervisors to serve in the Project Management Unit within the Capital Project Delivery Section . Each of these positions will provide day-to-day supervision and management to a group of 5 - 10 Project Management staff who deliver a wide variety of projects and programs within the Fixed Asset portfolio, including Facility Improvements, Passenger Infrastructure, Speed and Reliability Improvements, Zero Emissions Infrastructure, Regional Transit Integration, Marine Facilities, and State of Good Repair. The Project Management Unit is comprised of 3 - 4 workgroups (each led by a Project Management Supervisor) which report to a Unit Manager. This Unit is one of three units within the Capital Delivery Section along with the Engineering Unit and Construction Management Unit. As a Project Management Supervisor, you will be a part of the Capital Delivery leadership team and will supervise, direct, and coach project managers towards successful project outcomes. These roles require an understanding of the capital development cycle for fixed asset projects along with an emphasis on project management. Each project management workgroup will focus on a subset of Metro’s capital programs. The most recent divisions of these capital programs are shown below. With the hiring of these positions, the division of programs/responsibilities is subject to change based on the successful candidates’ skills, abilities, and desires. 1. State of Good Repair and Facilities Improvement Workgroup – This workgroup is responsible for major routine and non-routine facilities maintenance projects. As well as being responsible for stand-alone facility upgrades, modernization, and tenant improvements. 2. Speed and Reliability and Passenger Facilities Workgroup – This workgroup is responsible for capital projects which occur within the public right of way. This includes transit speed and reliability projects (such a RapidRide) and projects which improve or create new passenger facilities (e.g. bus stops). Additionally, this workgroup oversees integration with new Sound Transit Link Light Rail facilities. 3. Zero Emissions (ZE) and Special Projects – This workgroup is responsible for capital projects related to Metro’s conversion to a zero-emission fleet. This includes new zero emissions vehicle infrastructure (vehicle chargers), facilities (bases/layover facilities), and facility conversions. Additionally, this workgroup performs special capital projects as assigned. We are accepting applications from all qualified applicants. This recruitment will be used to fill 3 Career Service position. In addition, this selection process may be used to generate an eligibility pool for future Career Service vacancies that may occur in this classification within this workgroup. The eligibility pool will be retained for 12 months from the date of posting and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority.
Seattle, Washington, King County Metro is looking for three (3) innovative, and collaborative Transit Capital Project Management Supervisors to serve in the Project Management Unit within the Capital Project Delivery Section . Each of these positions will provide day-to-day supervision and management to a group of 5 - 10 Project Management staff who deliver a wide variety of projects and programs within the Fixed Asset portfolio, including Facility Improvements, Passenger Infrastructure, Speed and Reliability Improvements, Zero Emissions Infrastructure, Regional Transit Integration, Marine Facilities, and State of Good Repair. The Project Management Unit is comprised of 3 - 4 workgroups (each led by a Project Management Supervisor) which report to a Unit Manager. This Unit is one of three units within the Capital Delivery Section along with the Engineering Unit and Construction Management Unit. As a Project Management Supervisor, you will be a part of the Capital Delivery leadership team and will supervise, direct, and coach project managers towards successful project outcomes. These roles require an understanding of the capital development cycle for fixed asset projects along with an emphasis on project management. Each project management workgroup will focus on a subset of Metro’s capital programs. The most recent divisions of these capital programs are shown below. With the hiring of these positions, the division of programs/responsibilities is subject to change based on the successful candidates’ skills, abilities, and desires. 1. State of Good Repair and Facilities Improvement Workgroup – This workgroup is responsible for major routine and non-routine facilities maintenance projects. As well as being responsible for stand-alone facility upgrades, modernization, and tenant improvements. 2. Speed and Reliability and Passenger Facilities Workgroup – This workgroup is responsible for capital projects which occur within the public right of way. This includes transit speed and reliability projects (such a RapidRide) and projects which improve or create new passenger facilities (e.g. bus stops). Additionally, this workgroup oversees integration with new Sound Transit Link Light Rail facilities. 3. Zero Emissions (ZE) and Special Projects – This workgroup is responsible for capital projects related to Metro’s conversion to a zero-emission fleet. This includes new zero emissions vehicle infrastructure (vehicle chargers), facilities (bases/layover facilities), and facility conversions. Additionally, this workgroup performs special capital projects as assigned. We are accepting applications from all qualified applicants. This recruitment will be used to fill 3 Career Service position. In addition, this selection process may be used to generate an eligibility pool for future Career Service vacancies that may occur in this classification within this workgroup. The eligibility pool will be retained for 12 months from the date of posting and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority.
San Francisco, California, The Construction Assistant performs administrative functions relating to the daily operation of the property, and provides administrative and project support to the Construction Manager and General Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Completes all work in an accurate, thorough and timely manner demonstrating a sound understanding of area of responsibility.
Customer Service:
Research and respond to all customer requests for information, service, or assistance, promptly and thoroughly within one hour.
Demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and sensitivity with all customers.
Appropriately respond to customers.
Consider customer impact in all actions and decisions.
Effectively communicate with customers so they know exactly what to expect.
Develop effective working relationships with customers to establish a point of contact for future requests for information, service or assistance.
Accounts Payable:
Prepare and/or process purchase orders, work orders, contracts, and implementations letters, accurately and prior to all invoices being received.
Review lease for description of tenant improvement disbursements.
Track contracts, work orders, implementation letters, to ensure receipt of signed order and billing from vendor prior to the invoice being received.
Enter jobs and change orders in accounting system. Provide monthly accounting updates to Accountant on current projects, Tenant Improvements or Capital Projects.
Follow-up with Property Accountant and Tenant Administrator regarding tenant invoicing reimbursements and fees for ownership.
Building Operations:
Prepare accurate and timely correspondence to tenants and vendors as directed by Construction Manager/General Manager.
Effectively coordinate relationships with those vendor(s) as designated by General Manager/Chief Engineer. Monitor vendor(s) performance to ensure compliance with the specifications/terms of their contract.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of specific Property Compliance audit recommendations as directed by the General Manager/Chief Engineer.
Provide accurate and timely status reports to General Manager/Chief Engineer regarding tasks, projects and operational issues.
Effectively cross train with Building Services Coordinator and Tenant Administrators on operational issues as delegated by General Manager to provide greater experience and development.
Perform daily inspections for areas as designated by General Manager/Chief Engineer complete accurate and timely work orders for the necessary repairs as approved by General Manager/Chief Engineer complete accurate and timely inspection forms.
Maintain current, accurate and complete vendor certificates of insurance.
Review and maintain accurate, current and complete construction files.
Participate in real estate related classes or seminars in order to gain further experience in the real estate industry, (i.e. Construction, Blue Print Reading, and Accounting, as applicable.)
Prepare contracts as designated by General Manager/Senior Property Manager. Perform all tasks accurately, completely and within designated timeframes.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is required to work at a personal computer for extended periods of time as well as talking on the phone for extended periods of time.
In some locations, may need to detect auditory and/or visual emergency alarms.
Working Environment:
Work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee works primarily in an office environment.
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
General knowledge of accounting principles as applied to property management, budget preparation and maintenance of building accounts.
Intermediate to Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize work activities effectively. Ability to multi-task.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness in work.
Demonstrated ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations effectively.
Demonstrated ability to follow through and achieve results.
Demonstrated ability to refer to established procedures to handle routine tasks, although at times may choose from established alternatives. Will seek manager to provide guidance and/or solve non-routine or more complex tasks.
Familiar with Real Estate and Construction terminology.
Full Benefits Package to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k etc.