Project Manager – Corporate Real Estate & Construction

Michael Page; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Bonus program

Profit-sharing program

PTO 3 weeks (4 after 5 years)

Paid holidays (9)

Health insurance (employer-paid)

HSA/HRA support

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Job summary

Michael Page is assisting a highly regarded project management and real estate development firm based in Cambridge, MA, in hiring a Project Manager for a corporate office core & shell program for a confidential Fortune 100 client. The role emphasizes leading end-to-end delivery, coordinating clients and design teams, and maintaining strict schedules and budgets.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years of PM experience in commercial construction or design management, a background in corporate

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in commercial construction, real estate development, owner's project management, or design management
• Corporate office / core & shell project background
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong budgeting, scheduling, contract management, and project delivery skills
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive projects to completion
• Experience working directly with clients, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and client-facing skills
• Proactive problem-solving and ability to work independently under deadlines
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Project; experience with Procore, Bluebeam, CAD, or BIM is a plus
• Leadership or mentoring experience preferred
• Knowledge of LEED, WELL, Passive House, Fitwel, or sustainability initiatives is a plus

Responsibilities

• Leading commercial real estate projects from planning through occupancy and closeout
• Serving as the primary liaison between clients, stakeholders, and project teams
• Developing project schedules, milestones, and critical path timelines
• Managing project budgets, forecasting, cost tracking, and cash flow reporting
• Coordinating architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and vendors
• Overseeing RFPs, bid reviews, contractor selection, and contract administration
• Supporting permitting, entitlement, and regulatory approval processes
• Reviewing RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
• Conducting site visits to monitor quality, schedule adherence, and progress
• Facilitating project meetings, maintaining minutes, and driving accountability
• Identifying project risks and implementing proactive solutions
• Managing punch lists, turnover, and closeout activities
• Supporting occupancy planning and move management

Skills

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract management

Cross-functional leadership

Client-facing skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Independent work

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

CAD

BIM

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Project

Job description

Michael Page is assisting a highly regarded project management and real estate development firm based in Cambridge, MA, in hiring a Project Manager for a corporate office core & shell program for a confidential Fortune 100 client. The role emphasizes leading end-to-end delivery, coordinating clients and design teams, and maintaining strict schedules and budgets.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years of PM experience in commercial construction or design management, a background in corporate