Construction Project Manager - Raleigh On-Site

CBRE Group, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Construction Project Manager to monitor client projects and drive on-time delivery. You will oversee site visits, budget and cost reviews, and coordination with subcontractors to ensure drawings and specifications are followed.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least four years of construction administration experience; licensure as PE or RA is preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum four or more years' construction administration, architecture, engineering or similar experience.
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect is desired.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor progress of construction and ensure work aligns with drawings and specifications.
• Review contractors' direct cost payment requisitions, budgets, subcontracts, change orders, and lien waivers.
• Prepare Project Status Reports and recommend release of construction funds.
• Review construction drawings and specs for completeness and compliance with best practices.
• Analyze cost budgets with the Cost Advisory group and review supporting documentation.
• Comment on contracts, subcontracts, and design agreements; review permitting and compliance documents.
• Prepare Construction Risk Assessment Reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading drawings

Analytical skills

MS Office

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Leases

Contracts

Construction practices

Job description

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-­class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-­level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.

In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-­in-­Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

About the role:

Construction Project Manager

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to monitor construction projects for clients, with direct accountability for project delivery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor the progress of construction, review status of work completed during the period covered, review that work is generally proceeding in a good and workmanlike manner and in general accordance with the approved drawings and specifications.
• Review contractors' direct cost payment requisitions and budget status, review of subcontracts, bonds/subcontractor default insurance, review of change orders, review of Developer's monthly Job Cost Reports, opine on adequacy of contingency, review of construction and disbursement schedules, review of lien waiver and other documentation submitted by the Developer.
• Prepare Project Status Reports and recommend the release of construction funds.
• Review contract drawings and specifications and opine for completeness and general compliance with commonly accepted architectural /engineering best practices.
• Analyze the Developer's direct and indirect cost budget including cost estimate back-­up and coordinate with the Cost Advisory group performing parameter estimates, spot quantity take-offs and review of supporting documentation submitted by the Developer, contractor and subcontractors.
• Review and make relevant comments concerning the terms of the construction agreement, the submitted subcontracts, architectural and engineering design agreements, building loan agreement as well as review both Contractor and Architect's qualification statements.
• Review and comment on construction and disbursement schedules as well as other submitted document including but not limited to: zoning approvals, certified surveys, building permits and approvals, utility company approval letters, soil and foundation engineering reports, and designer's certification of code and ADA compliance.
• Prepare Construction Risk Assessment Reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. May provides informal assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to coworkers. May lead project teams and/or plan, and supervise assignments of lower level employees.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. Minimum four or more years' construction administration, architecture, engineering or similar experience.

Certificates and/or Licenses

Licensure as either a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect is desired.

Communication Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.

Financial Knowledge

Requires advanced knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions. Conducts advanced financial analysis.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to read and understand architectural drawings. Knowledge in MS Project, leases, contracts, and construction practices.
• Knowledge of the entitlement/permitting process and construction delivery methods and agreements. Familiarity with construction best practices, general building codes, and various building types and systems. Passion for being detail oriented and highly organized.

Scope of Responsibility

Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.