Sr. Project Manager

CBRE; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE DirectLine is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of network infrastructure and cabling projects across multiple sites. The PM will drive schedules, manage costs, ensure safety and quality, and liaise with clients to meet project goals.

The role requires 10+ years in construction management or data centers, with strong leadership and negotiation skills; PMP or equivalent certification is preferred along with experience in team-building and vendor management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, business management, electrical engineering, construction management or similar.
• 10+ years of direct work experience in construction management, data centers, or structured cabling environment.
• Track record of delivering mission-critical programs on time, within budget, and to quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of network infrastructure and cabling projects across sites, ensuring schedule, cost, quality and safety targets.
• Consult with clients, deliver presentations, and prepare estimates and cost management plans.
• Plan, direct, coordinate and budget project activities from conception to completion.
• Recruit, hire and develop project staff and coordinate with subcontractors.

Skills

Leadership

Client Engagement

Team Building

Time Management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP (preferred)

BICSI RCDD (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This will be a traveling role

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is a leadingtechnology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical datacenter infrastructure for the world’s technology leaders. Catering to abroad spectrum of technology and client requirements, 1200+ skilled techniciansdeliver over 1000 projects annually across data center markets in the US andAPAC. DL has proven success in the deployment of next-generation infrastructuretechnologies across the data center lifecycle; from design & planning,install & build through Day 2 maintenance, technology upgrades &retrofits, including delivering the latest wave of AI/ML platforms.

JOB TITLE: SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

About the Role:

The SeniorProject Manager (PM) will be a lead member in our operations team and willdrive the delivery of all the various network infrastructure and cablingprojects within a particular site. This position will require the individual tohave development, management, customer engagement, operational and overallleadership skills.

Keyresponsibilities will include establishing the program schedule andensuring the established targets are met regarding schedule, cost,functionality, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

The rolewill also include consulting with clients, delivering presentations,resolving project issues, recommendations for new services orenhancements, estimating, proposal writing, project costs management,directing operations on labor requirements, directing/assisting purchasing withbill of materials.

TheProject Manager is responsible for the entire successful execution of aproject. Their primary responsibilities are to plan, direct, coordinate, andbudget activities concerned with the construction of their project. The ProjectManager shall also participate and at times lead the conceptual development ofa construction project and oversee its organization, estimating, scheduling,and implementation.

What You’ll Do:

• The project manager is accountable for effectiveproject management and delivery of their projects. The PM will work with theextended site team to develop the program schedule and establish key milestones for delivery of the program ensuring all financial targets, schedule targets are met in alignment to the customers goals. The PM will identify and acquireall resources required revising as appropriate to meet changing needs andrequirements.
• During the pre-construction phase, continuouslyevaluate the materials and products being proposed for constructability andfeasibility. Oversee and at times prepare the cost estimate at multiple stages.Initiate and coordinate the design efforts and the value engineering processes.
• Schedule the project in logical steps and budget timerequired to meet deadlines.
• Determine labor requirements and dispatch workers toconstruction sites.
• Facilitate travel for technicians traveling to theproject site.
• Coordinates with the superintendent.
• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliancewith codes and other regulations.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms tostaff, workers, and clients, representing the owner.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changesand additions to contractual agreements with designers, consultants, clients,suppliers and subcontractors.
• Obtain all necessary permits and licenses.
• Direct and supervise team members in the office andon site.
• Study job specifications to determine appropriateconstruction means and methods.
• Solicit, negotiate, select, contract, and oversee material suppliers, subcontractors who complete specific pieces of the project.
• Requisition supplies and materials to completeconstruction projects.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress andcost tracking reports.
• Develop and implement quality control programs
• Take action to deal with the results of delays, badweather, or emergencies at the construction site.
• Confer with supervisory personnel, owners,contractors, and designers to discuss and resolve matters such as workprocedures, complaints, and construction problems.
• Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned withthe construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.
• Investigate damage, accidents, or delays atconstruction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out.
• Evaluate construction means and methods to determinecost-effectiveness of plans.
• Manage, cost/budget, and communicate the contractchanges process.
• Developing and maintaining the project schedule
• Develop and maintain the project financial plan
• Prepare, maintain, and complete all aspects of the DLWay (project management playbook).
• Completes all weekly and monthly reporting andprojections.
• Train and develop project team
• Invoicing client
• Equipment and material purchasing
• The Project Manager reviews all job costpostings for accuracy and completeness, including but not limited to, the preparation of invoices, customer collections and periodic financial reportingto the customer and management.
• The PM will additionally mange allassociated aspects of the program including the Safety & Environmentprogram, the quality assurance program and material logistics.
• The Project Manager will recruit, hire,train, manage, supervise, promote, discipline and discharge, if necessary, allproject related staff.
• The Project Manager will manage all humanresource issues (and elevate as needed) per Company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and partner effectively withinternal and external design, construction, network, and facility partners.
• Proactively communicate program statusand risks to all stakeholders
• Prepare and take corrective action toaddress concerns and challenges.
• The Project Manager acts as the Company liaison tothe client for the program maintaining a high level of client satisfaction, ensuring a collaborative environment across all parties.
• The project manager is expected to be on the jobsiteand be present for active on-stie project management responsibilities

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science,business management, electrical engineering, construction management or similarexperience.
• 10 + years of direct work experience inany of these areas: construction management, data centers, or structuredcabling environment.
• Track record of delivering missioncritical programs on time, within budget, and to applicable build, quality, andsafety standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Contract negotiation and administrationexperience
• Experience building and leading teams.
• Experience in assessing, coaching, andmentoring direct reports and vendor teams.
• Organizational, time management andcoordination skills across multiple disciplines preferred.
• Client Engagement experience in similarprograms
• Understanding of program managementfundamentals such as earned value management, SPI, CPI and other projecttracking metrics.
• Project Management Professional(PMP) or equivalent certification preferred
• BICSI RCDD or similar Telecommunicationscertifications preferred

WhyCBRE

Whenyou join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estateservices and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamicproblem solvers and forwardthinking professionals who create significantimpact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect,integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives,backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity torealize your full potential.

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Wevalue human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience,skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools tomake hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in theapplication and interview process.

OurValues in Hiring

AtCBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong.We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome allapplications.

Disclaimers

Applicantsmust be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need forvisa sponsorship now or in the future

Relocationassistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, forqualified candidates based on role requirements and experience

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