Project Manager, Construction and Tenant Services

Federal Realty Investment Trust; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in retail real estate is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead construction and tenant services in San Jose. This role involves managing complex projects, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring timely delivery of tenant spaces. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate the intricacies of retail property development. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation in the real estate sector, where your contributions will directly impact the success of high-quality community shopping centers.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of project management experience in retail properties.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate construction projects from estimating to close out.
• Act as the liaison between tenants, architects, and contractors.

Skills

Project Management

Tenant Coordination

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Education

Degree in Architecture

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Project Manager, Construction and Tenant Services

Federal Realty Investment Trust is a proven leader in the ownership, operation, development and redevelopment of premium retail real estate in the country's best markets. We consider ourselves one of the most innovative and dynamic real estate companies one can work with. Interested candidates who research Federal Realty learn about our high-quality community shopping center and mixed-use property portfolio.

We are currently sourcing for a Project Manager, Construction and Tenant Services to work out of our San Jose, California office. The Project Manager is responsible for the management and coordination of projects within their assigned portfolio of properties. Project responsibilities are of a varying and complex nature including, but not limited to, coordinating landlord and tenant work related tasks, status reporting, budgeting, estimating, scheduling and coordinating any tasks required to deliver possession to a new tenant. The Project Manager is the liaison between Federal Realty, the tenant, and the tenant’s architects, consultants, and contractors throughout the planning and construction process of the assigned project.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for “driving” the landlord and tenant design, permitting and construction process to ensure achievement of “best possible” rent commencement dates for all projects as assigned.
• Proactively performs all tasks related to gathering information required by leasing to market tenant spaces.
• Manages and coordinates construction projects from conceptual estimating through project close out on new and existing retail project buildings throughout a specified region.
• Ensures coordination of all assigned projects with appropriate Federal Realty departments, consultants, tenants, and 3rd party managers.
• Creates and coordinates conceptual estimates under the direction of Director Construction & Tenant Services for lease budgetary purposes.
• Drafts and reviews construction exhibits upon request by Leasing or Legal.
• Reviews leases for milestone dates, potential penalties, and other information related to the project.
• Reviews and approves Landlord and Tenant construction drawings to ensure compliance with lease, budget, schedule and design requirements.
• Reviews certificates of insurance.
• Responsible for the regular reporting of status for all work in process in Salesforce.
• Responsible for contracting, oversight, managing budget and timely delivery of all new lease required Landlord’s work.
• Coordinates directly with Legal, Leasing, Asset Management and Development to ensure that lease language and terms of delivery are reasonable and achievable.
• Troubleshoots design and construction issues as they arise.
• Provides scheduling and planning information to appropriate internal departments, as required.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of tenant coordination and/or project/construction management experience.
• Experience with design and construction of retail properties.
• Experience with design and construction coordination and project management.
• Degree in Architecture, Construction Management or a related management degree, preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information effectively.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills to include multi-tasking and the ability to successfully manage a large volume of projects.
• Demonstrated customer service orientation and proven ability to work, manage, and gain consensus with multiple stakeholders.
• Proven ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents and solve problems involving several options in situations, requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills.
• Experience in reading and understanding architectural drawings.
• Proven ability to perform financial analysis/reporting of construction cost.
• Graphics skills are a plus.
• Ability to travel to project sites and occasional travel to San Jose office required.

Salary Range: The typical base pay range is $120,000-$140,000 per year plus bonus. Salary is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Federal Realty Investment Trust is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Federal values a diverse workforce and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, or protected Veteran status.