Project Manager - Facilities Construction

LJA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Houston is seeking a Project Manager focused on corporate real estate and construction projects. The role involves overseeing all phases of project management, ensuring stakeholder alignment, and driving project success. Candidates should have extensive experience in project management and a strong background in construction or architecture.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in project management focused on architecture or construction.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record required.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate office projects from planning to closeout.
• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets.
• Maintain continuous engagement with stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Construction Oversight

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration

Job description

Division: Office Services

LJA recognizes that our success depends on the quality of the people we hire. We are currently seeking highly talented individuals that take pride in their work, function exceptionally well in team environments, and contribute to the overall success of the company. As a 100% employee-owned company, we promote an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 70+ office locations, LJA is growing and ready for talented people to help us build our future.

Summary: As part of the Corporate Facilities and Office Services team, this role will provide project management for a range of corporate real estate and construction office projects, bringing expertise in project management, real estate, IT, and stakeholder management.

General Responsibilities:

• Lead corporate office projects, including new offices, relocations, expansions, and decommissioning, overseeing all phases from planning to closeout.
• Host project kickoff meetings with internal teams, consultants, landlords, and trade partners to ensure alignment with the project plan.
• Develop and manage project schedules, tracking planned versus actual start and end dates, and circulating updates to the project team for review.
• Hold regular coordination meetings and update the team on the work plan forecast.
• Track project and portfolio progress, including schedule and budget, analyze outcomes, and create actionable dashboards to optimize project delivery.
• Maintain continuous engagement with stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication and integration of feedback throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at each location, ensuring projects meet strategic and operational needs.
• Serve as the first point of escalation for project-related issues, providing timely solutions and resolutions.
• Construction Management & Technical Oversight
• Guide and oversee the construction schedule with the general contractor from commencement through move-in.
• Review and interpret construction drawings (architectural, structural, mechanical, and plumbing) to ensure accuracy, compliance with project specifications, and alignment with industry standards.
• Lead corporate office projects, including new offices, relocations, expansions, and decommissioning, overseeing all phases from planning to closeout.
• Host project kickoff meetings with internal teams, consultants, landlords, and trade partners to ensure alignment with the project plan.
• Develop and manage project schedules, tracking planned versus actual start and end dates, and circulating updates to the project team for review.
• Hold regular coordination meetings and update the team on the work plan forecast.
• Track project and portfolio progress, including schedule and budget, analyze outcomes, and create actionable dashboards to optimize project delivery.
• Maintain continuous engagement with stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication and integration of feedback throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at each location, ensuring projects meet strategic and operational needs.
• Serve as the first point of escalation for project-related issues, providing timely solutions and resolutions.
• Construction Management & Technical Oversight
• Guide and oversee the construction schedule with the general contractor from commencement through move-in.
• Review and interpret construction drawings (architectural, structural, mechanical, and plumbing) to ensure accuracy, compliance with project specifications, and alignment with industry standards.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred.

Required Experience:

• Ability to build strong relationships
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with a focus on architecture or construction.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and clean driving record required; must be willing and able to travel as needed.
• Travel: Frequent Travel 60%+ – Texas, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, South Carolina, Colorado, Arizona, Tennessee (and new locations)

Physical Requirement: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others and exchange accurate information; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; move about the workplace; remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time; ascend/descend a ladder; conduct visual inspections; extend hands and arms in any direction; handle and manipulate hand tools; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; exert force by pushing/pulling items; and lift or move up to 50 pounds.

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