Associate, Construction

Bellwetheram 2; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) company match 4%

Generous PTO

Job summary

Bellwetheram 2 is seeking an Associate for the construction management team based in Dallas, Texas. This role includes overseeing development and construction projects, managing client relationships, and analyzing construction progress. Ideal candidates will possess at least 5 years of relevant experience and be proficient with various construction technologies.

The company offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and generous PTO along with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience.
• Experience with construction management software.
• Ability to read and analyze construction plans.

Responsibilities

• Support construction and asset management teams.
• Conduct monthly site visits and prepare reports.
• Manage lender draw and pay application processes.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Risk analysis

Communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with project management software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in construction management, engineering, or architecture

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Procore

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

As an Associate on the construction management team, your role will include oversight and management of development and construction projects throughout our clients’ portfolios. This includes coordination with partners, consultants, the asset management team, as well as direct client‑facing responsibilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team that is involved in all aspects of the development and construction life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Support the construction and asset management team with deals involving construction or capital expenditure projects
• Analyze construction progress while identifying potential risks, opportunities, and concerns
• Prepare comprehensive cost and design review reporting for development projects
• Research and analyze market trends with respect to current and anticipated costs of material and labor
• For debt deals, conduct monthly site visits to ongoing projects and prepare monitoring reports
• Manage lender draw and pay application processes with client and asset management teams
• Liaise with operating partners, borrowers, and leading members of the asset management team to ensure business plan execution
• Consistently assess the value of reengineering a project versus time and scheduling constraints, saving costs without affecting the integrity of the project, and weigh the cost/benefits to the overall project and customer experience
• Develop institutional knowledge for the firm through case studies and contributing to an internal database of project information
• Oversee the successful completion of construction projects within our client’s portfolios
• Participate in the continued growth and improvement of all reporting functions within the construction team

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience
• General contracting, developer, construction management, architectural, or engineering experience preferred; client‑facing experience preferred
• Experience with the following software/technology:
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat or BlueBeam
  • Construction scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6)
  • Construction/project management software (e.g., Procore, CMiC, BuilderTrend/CoConstruct, Smartsheet)
  • Construction technologies such as BIM, AutoCAD, SketchUp, BlueBeam
  • Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), Lean Construction, Push‑Pull Planning
• Experience with standard general contractor and consultant contract forms
• Experience with running the bidding/solicitation and vendor selection process
• Experience navigating the entitlement and planning process
• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in construction management, engineering, or architecture
• PMP or LEED Certification preferred
• Entrepreneurial individuals who are highly motivated, mature and intelligent, with demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors
• Job Knowledge & Technical Ability – Understanding and use of general construction terminology and processes; ability to read and analyze construction plans, specifications, schedules, and budgets; knowledgeable in LEED, Fitwel, WELL Standards, and other sustainability practices; knowledge of entitlement and planning processes
• Initiative & Dependability – Ability to perform responsibilities independently and proactively, solve problems, and improve processes and/or services; self‑directed, takes initiative and responsibility, ensures completion of tasks
• Communication – Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong listening and interpersonal skills; highly effective at preparing and presenting information
• Professionalism & Teamwork – Acts with honesty and integrity and maintains confidentiality, adheres to company policies; promotes a collaborative and productive work environment; demonstrates team building, support and respect
• Local and nationwide travel to assets and client sites required on an as‑needed basis, approximately 2‑4 times per month depending on deal list

Classification & Position Status

Classification: Exempt. Position Status: Regular, Full Time.

Reports To / Direct Reports

Reports To: Managing Director or Vice President. Direct Reports: No.

Physical & Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, and walk; may need to reach, stoop, or kneel to access items; must be able to talk, hear, and use wrists, hands, and/or fingers frequently and repetitively to operate a computer, telephone, and other office productivity machinery. Must frequently prepare or inspect documents, and convey details or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly. Ability to work independently, prioritize duties to ensure timely completion. Requires active listening, critical thinking, making decisions, time management, as well as administration skills. Ability to interact in a courteous professional manner at all times. Regular, predictable attendance is required. The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions (e.g., in a typical office). Moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phones, printers and light traffic). Indoor business office environment with windows; light foot traffic within work areas.

Benefits

• Employer‑paid Medical, Dental & Vision, with buy‑up options available
• Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account
• Carrot Fertility Benefit – $10,000 lifetime benefit
• 401(k) company match 4%, immediately vested
• Generous PTO, 11 Paid Company Holidays & Paid Holiday Office Closure
• 14 weeks Maternity Leave & 12 weeks Parental Leave
• Wellbeing program offerings
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Engaging team events & holiday parties

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bellwether is an equal‑opportunity employer. Bellwether complies with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to an individual's race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, reproductive health decision‑making, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), age, sexual orientation, protected veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. All candidates must be able to prove eligibility to work in the United States.