Associate Director Project Management

Gardiner & Theobald LLC; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardiner & Theobald LLC is looking for an Associate Director of Project Management in West Palm Beach, Florida. This role involves managing multiple projects, ensuring client satisfaction, and developing documentation while coordinating with design teams for MEP systems. Ideal candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 9-10+ years of experience in construction or engineering. Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and expertise in project management are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 9-10 years of experience in construction, architecture, engineering, or a related field.
• In-depth technical knowledge of MEP system design and operations.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects ensuring budgets and schedules are met.
• Coordinate with design teams for MEP system specifications.
• Develop project documentation including RFPs and meeting agendas.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving mindset

Project management

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

Gardiner & Theobald is an independent global consultancy offering a range of services to the construction and property industry, including project, cost, and construction management. We work with clients worldwide, finding solutions that exceed expectations and add value to projects.

Our beginnings can be traced back to London in 1835, when the practice was founded. With 180 years of history and heritage, we are proud to remain an independent consultancy. Gardiner and Theobald LLC, headquartered in New York City, operates across the U.S with offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Austin, Dallas, Tampa, Miami, Massachusetts, and Chicago. With a commitment to independence, we have retained our consultancy status while delivering innovative solutions that add substantial value to high-profile projects. In North America, Gardiner & Theobald LLC has a proven track record spanning over 25 years and has overseen projects exceeding a combined value of $35 billion.

About the Role

Gardiner & Theobald is currently seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Associate Director of Project Management with experience in MEP, AV, and IT systems to join our team. In this role, the Associate Director will play a vital role in managing one or multiple projects to ensure that our clients receive the highest level of care and satisfaction. You will leverage your expertise in the field to solve complex problems and own every aspect of the project lifecycle. Additionally, this role will actively participate in client meetings and will be responsible for creating and maintaining excellent relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

About the Candidate

Gardiner & Theobald is actively looking to welcome an Associate Director Project Management to our team. Our ideal candidate:

• Has excellent interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of providing a top-notch client experience.
• Has experience working autonomously while also serving as a mentor to junior staff.
• Would be considered an expert in their field - highly skilled, efficient, and a master at their craft.
• Will enhance knowledge and understanding of the construction industry.
• Has an open mind and continuously looks for ways to increase efficiency and improve processes and procedures.
• Is detail-oriented and has a problem-solving mindset.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Has strong core values and is interested in working for a value-driven organization.

If this sounds like you, and you believe you’d be a good fit, we strongly encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities

• Documentation development with improved quality and efficiency
• Manage multiple projects of varying complexities
• Oversee the planning, design, construction/installation, and commissioning of MEP systems, ensuring project goals, budgets, and schedules are met.
• Coordinate with design teams to ensure MEP system designs meet project specifications, regulations, and sustainability goals.
• Manage and perform all tasks required to deliver a project:
• Contract review and development
• Industry benchmarking
• Effectively develop documentation, including the following:
• RFP’s
• Action items matrices
• Meeting minutes and agendas
• Participate in client presentations for new work
• Comfortably and efficiently chair project meetings

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical engineering, construction, architecture, engineering, or a related field
• 9-10+ Years of experience in construction, architecture, engineering, or a related field
• In-depth technical knowledge of MEP system design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and operations.
• Knowledge of sustainable building practices, energy-efficient MEP systems, and cost estimating is a plus.
• Technical or professional license preferred
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite
• Experience in Microsoft Project is a plus
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills

Physical Requirements

• Attend client meetings as required

Core Competencies

• Drives Results- Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Plans and Aligns- Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organization goals
• Resourcefulness- Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently
• Manages Ambiguity- Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear
• Situational Adaptability- Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations