Sr. Construction Project Manager

Charles Schwab; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance industry seeks a Project Manager to oversee projects across various disciplines including design, construction, and engineering. The role requires managing schedules, budgets, and vendor performance, alongside thorough knowledge of real estate law and strong project management skills. The successful candidate will enjoy a dynamic work environment that supports both personal and professional growth.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time for vacation and volunteering

28-day sabbatical every 5 years

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing multiple projects.
• Practical knowledge in design, construction, or engineering.
• Strong business and financial knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement strategies for project execution.
• Manage outside resources for successful project completion.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory issues.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

BA / BS in Architecture, Construction, or Engineering

Job description

Your opportunity

At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.

Key project liaison with internal and external resources which include Design, Portfolio, Telecommunications, Security, Real Estate, Property Management, etc. to ensure the timely, cost effective, and efficient success of Branch and Corporate projects.

What You’ll Do:

• Plan and implement strategies to ensure the successful and timely execution of all assigned projects
• Establish and implement overall project plan objectives, master project schedule, and financials, including project budget and works with the customer to ensure satisfactory delivery of the project
• Identify and source market resources for procurement of appropriate goods and services
• Identify inefficiencies in processes and make adjustments to improve upon such
• Source, vets, and select vendors and manage vendor activity and performance to ensure compliance with the overall objectives of the projects (project objectives, costs, standards, and schedules)
• Establish and manage the estimates, expenditure commitments of the project and monitors costs to ensure compliance with the approved budget
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, audit, safety, and environmental issues
• Able to travel 35%

Management Responsibilities

• Manage outside resources (architects, designers, construction firms, ) to achieve successful completion of the project
• Manage the project close-out process to ensure that closure occurs within Schwab compliance guidelines and industry standard practice

What you have

To ensure that we fulfill our promise of “challenging the status quo,” this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.

Required Qualifications :

• BA / BS in Architecture, Construction, or Engineering or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience managing multiple projects, including experience in design, construction, or engineering
• Practical knowledge and experience in at least one of these disciplines: design, construction or engineering
• Broad knowledge and understanding of other real estate disciplines, including building systems, space planning, property management, etc.
• Strong project management skills, with emphasis on scheduling, budgeting, and prioritizing
• Sound business knowledge to effectively interface with Schwab businesses and outside agencies
• Thorough working knowledge and ownership of the financial budget of a project
• Knowledgeable of real estate law, regulations, and building codes
• Evident relationship management skills
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills

What’s in it for you

At Schwab, we’re committed to empowering our employees’ personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you’ll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

• 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance