Project Manager

SimonCRE; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SimonCRE is seeking a Project Manager to oversee development and construction phases, coordinating with the development team and external consultants to meet schedules and budget targets. You will hire architects, engineers, and third-party specialists, manage submissions, and represent SimonCRE at hearings as needed.

The ideal candidate has construction coordination experience and strong organizational and communication skills to drive project success and timely approvals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Construction coordination experience preferred.
• Understanding of development process including proformas, plan review, and development draws.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and calendar management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Acquisitions Team to develop the initial project schedule.
• Research municipality requirements to create a timeline for entitlement process.
• Hire all professional consultants including architect, engineers, landscape architect, surveyor, and others.
• Verify fees for consultants and keep proforma updated while on budget.
• Ensure all plans are complete and correct prior to submittal.
• Train Development Associates on procedures for submissions of entitlements, zoning, permits.
• Develop relationships with government officials for entitlement approvals.
• Coordinate with tenants during entitlement process and submit tenant due diligence packages on time.
• Ensure building permits are received on time and under budget.
• Collaborate with Dealmaker, Legal, Construction, and Dispositions teams.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Calendar management

Job description

The Project Manager is responsible for the success of the development and construction phases of a project, particularly as it pertains to achieving defined schedules and staying under budget. While working alongside the development and construction team, the Project Manager will be responsible for hiring the architect, civil and structural engineers, landscape architect, surveyor, and third-party consultants to ensure all aspects of each project are coordinated, submitted, and approved in an accurate and timely manner. The Project Manager will also attend hearings and represent SimonCRE when appropriate.

Essential Duties – Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Coordinate with the Acquisitions Team to develop the initial project schedule.
• Research municipality requirements to create a timeline for all components of the entitlement process and enter schedule dates into proprietary software.
• Hire all professional consultants, including the architect, civil and structural engineers, landscape architect, surveyor, Geotech, and all others, as necessary in an accurate and timely manner.
• Verify fees are correct for all professional consultants and coordinate with the Acquisitions Team to ensure the proforma is continuously and accurately updated while keeping the project on budget.
• Make certain all plans are complete and correct prior to submittal.
• Train Development Associates on all procedures for the preparation and submittal of all entitlement, zoning, development, and permit applications to local municipalities.
• Enhance team/company operations through the implementation and refinement of procedures and strategies to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop relationships with all government officials as required for entitlement approvals.
• Responsible for coordinating with tenants to ensure they are effectively moving through the entitlement process.
• Responsible for submitting complete tenant due diligence packages on time for approval by tenant.
• Ensure building permits are received on time and under budget.
• Collaborate efficiently and accurately on the coordination of all projects with the Dealmaker, Legal, Construction, and Dispositions teams.

Marginal Duties

• Attend and represent SimonCRE at public hearings with municipalities as needed.

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.

• Must possess excellent communication skills and exchange information with others accurately.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Exceptional organization in managing time with the ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.

The ideal candidate should have a positive, can-do attitude and…

• Be First. Be Fast. Persist. Plain and simple: we’re responsive, quick to action, and we tirelessly fight through everyday challenges.
• Do More. Be More. We believe that if we’re not exceeding expectations, we’re not doing enough. On every level, we do more because that’s how we’re wired.
• Be Direct. Show Respect. We’re straight shooters when it comes to our clients and team. Honesty and respect go a long way in the world of business. And life.
• Be Flexible. Embrace Change. Every day is a new day with new challenges. We know that’s just how the world works. So, we’re always prepared to adapt in order to succeed.
• Be Inspired. Be Proud. We’re motivated to do work that inspires us. We have pride and passion in everything we do.
• Say It. Own it. Accountability is key here at SimonCRE. So, we say what we mean and do what we say.
• Dream Up. Team Up. We dream big and work together to make things happen. Around here, we KNOW teamwork makes the dream work.
• Be Helpful. Build Trust. When people think of us, we want them to think of a company that is nothing but helpful.

Supervisory Responsibilities- Yes, limited responsibilities including communicating the team’s needs, providing guidance, and identifying the development needs of the Development team.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• General office environment.

Physical Demands

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

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.
• Minimal lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds.

Travel Required- Minimal local travel only.

Required Education, Experience, Licenses

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Construction coordination experience preferred.
• Possess a thorough understanding of the development process including but not limited to proformas, PDS, lender loan requirements, plan review, and construction draws.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel as well as calendar management and general technology.
• Valid Driver’s License.

SimonCRE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.