Project Manager - Owner's Rep

HILGARTWILSON, LLC; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to enhance their Owner's Rep team in the Bay Area. This role focuses on managing innovative construction projects, particularly in data centers, ensuring successful project execution from concept to commissioning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management, excellent communication skills, and a passion for fostering collaborative environments. Join a company that prioritizes employee well-being, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career growth. Accelerate your success and make a significant impact in the built environment!

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid parental leave

Paid military leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k)/Roth plans

Paid time off

Bonuses

Educational resources

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of project management experience, with 8-12 years preferred.
• Strong technical construction experience required.
• Data Center and General Contractor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of assigned construction projects, including setup and oversight.
• Manage contractor safety performance and project execution.
• Coordinate logistics and ensure adherence to budget.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Management

Data Center Management

Communication Skills

Technical Construction Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

P6

Procore

Job description

Overview

At Colliers Project Leaders, we help clients advance the built environment by assisting them in building innovative workplaces, businesses, and communities worldwide. We foster a collaborative workplace where success is shared through innovative thinking and ideas. We are currently seeking a Project Manager to join our Owner's Rep team in the Bay Area (South Bay), preferably with Data Center experience.

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of assigned construction projects, including:

1. Project setup, including budget and schedule creation and oversight.
2. Development of RFPs, pre-bid planning, oversight, and coordination.
3. Leading design phases and managing documents internally with stakeholder groups and SMEs.
4. Coordinating and supervising contractors, whether traditional or design-build.
5. Overseeing physical construction activities on-site.
6. Leading commissioning of critical systems across new and existing data centers.
7. Handing off data center and project documents to customers and operations.
8. Managing contractor safety performance.
9. Planning and coordinating logistics for OFCI equipment.
10. Managing project scope, safety, schedule, stakeholders, work rules, and budget.
11. Driving all construction aspects from pre-construction to project closeout.
12. Acting as project leader, ensuring coordination among internal teams.
13. Managing project management resources of General Contractors and vendors.
14. Reporting to the Client's Special Projects team and manager.
15. Managing project execution from concept to commissioning and preparing reports.
16. Making day-to-day construction decisions.
17. Performing QA/QC to ensure accuracy.
18. Ensuring project work products meet client requirements.
19. Tracking and establishing project budgets, submitting approval packages.
20. Collaborating on project forecasts and managing contractor agreements.
21. Managing vendor and contractor relationships.
22. Reviewing billing and confirming budget adherence.
23. Facilitating lessons learned for continuous improvement.
24. Coordinating project turnover documentation with Operations.
25. Working closely with Operations on design and maintenance coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• 5-7 years of project management experience, with 8-12 years preferred.
• Strong technical construction experience required.
• Data Center and General Contractor experience preferred.
• Experience in CSA and MEP construction management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, MS Project, or P6; knowledge of Procore is a plus.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Excellent English comprehension and communication skills.

Compensation: $120,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on qualifications.

What We Offer

We prioritize our employees' well-being by providing a safe, supportive environment, career growth opportunities, and impactful projects. Our benefits include comprehensive health coverage, paid parental and military leave, disability and life insurance, 401(k)/Roth plans, paid time off, bonuses, and educational resources. We foster a culture of growth, mentorship, wellness, and community involvement.

Join us to accelerate your success!