Real Estate Development Project Manager - Growth & Tech

Cardinal Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Paid time off

HSA

401k savings plan

MyFlexPay access

Flexible spending accounts

Disability coverage

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Project Manager, Real Estate Development to support planning, coordination, and execution of small-scale real estate and construction projects. You will assist senior team members and help ensure projects stay on time and within budget, delivering value to corporate offices, distribution centers, and healthcare environments.

You will gain hands-on exposure to a broad range of facilities, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and learn to modernize project delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• 1–5 years of experience in construction project coordination, facilities, or real estate development, preferred
• Basic understanding of construction processes, project management principles, and building systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with Microsoft Project or similar tools is a plus
• Exposure to AutoCAD or design tools is a plus
• Familiarity with data analysis, automation, or emerging AI tools (Power BI, Power Automate, Copilot or similar) is strongly preferred
• Basic coding or scripting experience (Python, VBA, SQL, or low-code platforms) is a plus
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to project sites as needed

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Project Managers in the development and execution of real estate and construction projects.
• Manage small projects and minor facility improvements from initiation through closeout under supervision.
• Coordinate project documentation including schedules, budgets, meeting notes, and status reports.
• Support the preparation of preliminary budgets, cost estimates, and capital approval materials.
• Track project progress, timelines, and expenditures; flag risks or variances to senior team members.
• Facilitate communication between internal stakeholders (IT, Security, EH&S, Quality, Operations) and external partners (architects, contractors, consultants).
• Assist with bid processes, vendor coordination, and contract documentation.
• Maintain organized project files, drawings, and records.
• Participate in project meetings and help document action items and follow-ups.
• Support site visits and inspections to monitor progress and ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Build working relationships with internal clients and external vendors.
• Leverage digital tools, automation, and emerging AI capabilities to improve project tracking, reporting, and team efficiency.
• Assist in developing or enhancing internal tools, dashboards, or workflows to streamline project management processes.

Skills

Construction project coordination

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture/Real Estate

Tools

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Power BI

Power Automate

Copilot

Job description

Cardinal Health is seeking a Project Manager, Real Estate Development to support planning, coordination, and execution of small-scale real estate and construction projects. You will assist senior team members and help ensure projects stay on time and within budget, delivering value to corporate offices, distribution centers, and healthcare environments.

You will gain hands-on exposure to a broad range of facilities, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and learn to modernize project delivery