Senior Project Manager - Design & Construction

SIXT; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Paid Time Off & Sick Leave

Exclusive Employee Rentals

Opportunities for professional advancement

Job summary

A leading car rental company is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Design & Construction to oversee planning, design, and construction of new facilities and renovations in New York. This full-time role demands over 10 years of project management experience, a relevant degree, and technical proficiency in software such as AutoCAD and MS Project. The ideal candidate will ensure projects adhere to timelines and budgets, while effectively managing stakeholder relationships and compliance with various regulations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in design and construction project management.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and budget.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Owner’s Representative throughout design and construction phases.
• Manage multiple simultaneous projects.
• Ensure compliance with lease agreements and safety regulations.
• Lead negotiations and manage relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Design and construction project management

Communication and negotiation skills

Technical proficiency in relevant software

Experience with multi-stakeholder projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

• Full-time
• Department: Security, Facility Management & Construction
• Legal Entity: Sixt Rent a Car, LLC.

Job Description

As a full-time Senior Project Manager - Design & Construction at SIXT, you will serve as the Owner’s Representative for a leading car rental company, overseeing the planning, design, and construction of new facilities, renovations, and capital improvements. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with company standards, branding, operational needs, and airport authority requirements.

YOUR ROLE AT SIXT

• You act as the Owner’s Representative throughout all phases of design and construction, from concept through closeout.
• You manage multiple simultaneous projects, including airport rental car facilities, maintenance shops, fueling systems, car wash systems, plumbing and electrical infrastructure, ADA accessibility features, and administrative offices.
• You oversee programming, design development, permitting, procurement, and construction to ensure alignment with company standards, operational requirements, and brand image.
• You ensure compliance with lease agreements, airport design criteria, local building codes, ADA requirements, safety regulations, and sustainability goals.
• You lead negotiations and manage relationships with landlords, airport authorities, and regulatory agencies.
• You have technical knowledge in fueling system design, permitting, construction, automatic car wash systems, plumbing and electrical systems and codes, ADA requirements, and IT system cabling design and installation.

YOUR SKILLS MATTER

• Experience You have 10+ years of progressive experience in design and construction project management, preferably in an owner’s rep or client-side capacity.
• Education You have a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Technical Proficiency You have experience with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, MS Project, and Primavera.
• Soft Skills You have a proven track record of delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects on time and on budget.
• Commitment to Excellence You have excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to engage effectively with executives, operations teams, contractors, and public agencies.
• Travel You have the ability to travel frequently to project sites across the U.S. and Canada.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Comprehensive Health Insurance Access healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, and a 401k retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off & Sick Leave Enjoy PTO, sick leave, floating paid holidays and a healthy work-life balance.
• Exclusive Employee Rentals Leverage special rental discounts exclusive to employees, offering great savings for you and your family.
• Self-Motivation & Reliability You work autonomously, take full ownership of your projects, and consistently deliver results with a proactive, dependable mindset.
• Additional Perks Experience the advantages of working in a dynamic work environment and ample opportunities for professional advancement.