Project Manager

Description

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our growing team, supporting a global financial client’s Small Works program across the Northeast and Midwest regions. This position blends project delivery, client relationship management, and on-site coordination, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently, accurately, and in alignment with client objectives.

• Coordinate programming activities with internal and external resources, including staff, consultants, and contractors.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts through lessons learned and best-practice sharing.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables from initiation through completion.
• Anticipate challenges and develop real-time solutions to maintain project momentum.
• Identify and mitigate project risks proactively.
• Provide regular project updates, documentation, and reports for client stakeholders.
• Support senior team members with project-related communications and client coordination.
• Coordinate on-site activities and ensure alignment between local teams, vendors, and client standards.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with exceptional communication and organizational skills, who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. They will balance multiple priorities while maintaining a “speed-to-market” mindset and upholding Savills’ commitment to quality, accountability, and creativity.

(Note: This position is not suited for candidates with an IT-focused background.)

• Strong understanding of design and construction methodologies, sequencing, and documentation.
• Experience with client-specific project management systems (e.g., PMWeb)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project)
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience managing construction, renovation, or design-build projects up to $500K
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on quality and timeliness.
• The position requires on-site presence at the client’s Columbus, Ohio location up to five days a week. You must have a car for this commute. Occasional travel—about 25% of the time—to other project sites across the East Coast and Midwest may also be required.
• Experience with developing Work Authorizations under existing Master Service Agreements (MSAs)

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance