Project Manager

Brandywine Realty Trust; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandywine Realty Trust is seeking a Project Manager to oversee tenant improvement and capital improvement projects within the Philadelphia region. You will liaise with leasing agents, in‑house design teams, property management, and vendors while controlling estimating, design, and construction management.

Strong communication and organization are essential for success. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of PM in commercial construction, 7–10 years of related experience, and a Bachelor’s degree or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 5+ years in construction project management.
• 7–10 years in commercial construction experience.
• Ground-up base building experience a plus.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read and interpret lease agreements.

Responsibilities

• Manage tenant improvement projects and capital upgrades.
• Coordinate estimating, preconstruction, and design activities.
• Serve as landlord representative for TI projects.
• Coordinate vendor and architect/engineer activities.
• Establish and maintain project budgets and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with building rules and regulations.
• Oversee close-out and invoicing in collaboration with PM staff.

Skills

Highly organized

Team player

Self-motivated

Real estate knowledge

Lease agreements comprehension

Microsoft Office proficiency

Procore

Customer service

Leadership and meetings

Construction knowledge

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent

Tools

Procore

Job description

Job Description

At Brandywine, 'Best of Class” is our mission and our focus in developing, building, and managing the nation's most remarkable Class-A office, multi-family and mixed-use properties. We continuously support and give back to the communities in which we live and work. Our mission drives our corporate culture to foster the potential for excellence in every employee.

Our company was founded in 1994 by Jerry Sweeney, who serves as our President and CEO. We are a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BDN) operating in select markets across the nation.

Summary

The Project Manager will oversee the construction operations of specific tenant fit out and capital improvement projects within their assigned portfolio(s) in the Philadelphia region. The Project Manager will act as Brandywine’s representative for all assigned tenant improvement projects. This individual will work closely with leasing agents, internal design professionals, property management, and third-party vendors while maintaining full responsibility for estimating, design, and construction management.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned tenant improvement projects managed by Brandywine Realty Trust (“BDN”)


• Manage assigned capital improvement projects including existing building renovations and upgrades.


• Facilitate estimating and preconstruction services for assigned projects.


• Act as Landlord representative for Tenant managed TI projects.


• Coordinate Landlord work elements for tenant managed projects.


• Manage 3rd party Architect/Engineer/Consultant activities as they relate to tenant improvement and capital projects managed by BDN.


• Coordinate Vendor activities as they relate to tenant improvement and capital projects managed by BDN.


• Establish and maintain the project budget and schedule.


• Administer the requirements of the Building Rules and Regulations for assigned properties.


• Facilitate and initiate preliminary scheduling efforts for all proposed tenant improvement projects.


• Award/Negotiate vendor contracts for the selected work.


• Coordinate project close-out in a timely manner.


• Utilize electronic project management and accounting software as part of daily duties.


• Work in conjunction with the Project Management staff and Construction Accountant on billing and invoicing matters.


• Work in conjunction with Brandywine’s internal design professionals, property managers, leasing agents, and building engineers as required.

Competencies & Skills

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Highly organized.


• Able to work in a team environment.


• Self-motivated, results oriented


• Knowledgeable of the commercial real estate industry.


• Able to read, interpret, and facilitate adherence to lease agreements.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.


• Experience working with Procore Construction Management Software, a plus.


• Excellent customer service attitude.


• Able to lead meetings and facilitate discussions with all parties.


• Has a good understanding of commercial building construction and building systems.


• Able to solve problems.


• Able to work with limited supervision/oversight.


• Able to manage multiple projects/tasks at one time.

Education, Licenses and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent;


• Minimum five years’ construction project management experience


• Seven to ten years’ commercial construction work experience


• Ground-up base building experience, a plus.


• Valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements – Per OSHA

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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