Owner's Representative & Project Manager - Construction

Allegro; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegro, a Cleveland-based real estate and advisory firm, is expanding its Project Management practice and seeking a Construction Owner's Representative/Project Manager to join the team.

The role focuses on safeguarding the owner’s interests from planning through closeout, aligning scope, budget, and schedule with the owner’s vision. A strong PM background, blueprints, and contract knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (construction management, engineering, architecture).
• 10+ years of industry experience with PM/CM background.
• Experience with GC or architectural/engineering firms.
• Projects completed ranging from $1M to $50M.
• Proficiency reading blueprints and understanding contracts and building codes.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Define project objectives and scope with stakeholders.
• Serve as primary owner contact between owner and all parties.
• Develop PM strategies and manage budgets, schedules, and change orders.
• Assist with site selection, feasibility studies, and RFPs.
• Monitor master budget and invoices; prevent cost overruns.
• Track master schedule across pre- and post-construction phases.
• Conduct regular site inspections for quality and codes.
• Identify risks and mitigation strategies to avoid delays.
• Oversee punch lists, warranties, and turnover to the owner.
• Identify new PM opportunities across service lines and drive growth.
• Prepare client pursuit decks and pursue new projects.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation

Blueprint reading

Contract understanding

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management/engineering/architecture

Job description

Allegro, a Cleveland-based real estate and advisory firm, is expanding its Project Management practice and seeking a Construction Owner's Representative/Project Manager to join the team.

The role focuses on safeguarding the owner’s interests from planning through closeout, aligning scope, budget, and schedule with the owner’s vision. A strong PM background, blueprints, and contract knowledge are essential.