Project Manager

Overview

Lead MEP design, permitting, and construction for high‑tech labs, managing budgets, teams, and stakeholder communication.

Key Responsibilities

• cost estimating
• document prep
• project budget
• site visits
• drawing review
• client management

Tasks

-Review requisitions, change orders and other invoices associated with the project and confer with client and property management on costs and impacts -Develop ROM level project estimates for funding approval based on project program documents -Oversee document preparation and completion (e.g., contracts, close-outs, punch lists, etc.) -Cooperate with other building/facility personnel to achieve goals and objectives as to quality, service, cost and profit -Maintain high qualitative and quantitative standards of work performance -Adhere to government laws and regulations and established rulings of government authorities, including building codes, safety regulations, etc. -Ensure the project plan, scope, work structure, schedule, and budget are maintained by all the involved parties (e.g., consultants, engineers, architects, vendors, stakeholders, etc.) -Regularly monitor the progress of all projects by completing site visits, tracking procurement activities, and reviewing GC weekly reports -Prepare agendas, develop and maintain master project budgets and timelines for each project and project phase, while gaining approvals from all relevant project stakeholders -Conduct project meetings (including taking and sharing minutes), track deliverables assigned in meetings, coordinate project updates/reports and drawing reviews at conceptual, schematic, design development and construction phases of project -Manage day-to-day client interactions, relationships, and expectations. -Provide subject matter expertise on MEP aspects of construction. -Advise 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 budget -Prepare 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 project. -Assist in the selection, contracting process and oversight of consultants and construction teams as necessary for each project -Responsible for planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing projects -Review and approve requisitions, change orders and invoices associated with the project -Report to immediate supervisor major problems and findings and results achieved with recommendations -Manage the design, permitting, and construction of the projects through the use of established processes, experience, and expertise -Adhere to Client and C&W policies and procedures, obtain necessary approvals, understand local permitting processes and obtain final approvals and final acceptance -Support the marketing of services to clients as requested -Adhere to corporate, building, and client policies and procedures -Select and manage project team and resources including subcontractors, consultants, suppliers and partners through bidding and vendor selection processes -Partner with local integrated facilities management team

Requirements

• project management
• mep
• pe
• leed
• cmaa
• microsoft suite

What You Bring

-Organization Skills -Willing/able to travel between sites in the Bay Area. -Minimum of 5 years project management experience required -Demonstrate a deep understanding of facilities systems for clear communication of project needs -Minimum of 5 years directly related experience in an engineering/construction project accountability role -Experience with managing technical infrastructure with respect to MEPSF systems preferred or any similar combination of education and experience -Hands-on experience with tenant improvement construction projects preferred -Ability to perform duties under deadline pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume environment -Project or construction management experience in a high-tech environment required: -Strong knowledge of Microsoft suite -Strong organization with proven leadership and interpersonal skills -Certification in PE, AIA, LEED, or CMAA preferred -Technical Proficiency -Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a project management capacity especially experience in leading, motivating, and developing employees -Communication Proficiency (oral and written) -Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred -Display a working knowledge of MEP concepts, systems and designs in regard to manufacturing, data centers and laboratory environments -Proficiency with project management tools -Solid understanding of the construction industry, terminology, codes, documentation, and design disciplines -Time Management -Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills -Detail oriented and thorough -Be assertive, with strong leadership and communications skills, demonstrated success at prioritizing multiple engineering needs with operational realities. Adept at partnering with key stakeholders throughout the vertical management chain in all aspects of design and construction

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About Cushman & Wakefield

-With operations across ~400 offices in 60+ countries, it bridges global scale with deep local market insight. -Typical projects range from agency leasing and capital-markets advisory to project development and integrated facilities management. -The firm specializes across sectors including data centers, industrial/logistics, life sciences, retail, government, and healthcare. -A standout fact: it advises marquee assets like ports, rail hubs, and sports venues.

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