Sr. Project Manager

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS); San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE seeks a highly motivated Senior Project Manager to lead complex construction and renovation projects from initiation to closeout in San Francisco. You will oversee budgets, schedules, and subcontractor performance while maintaining exceptional client service and project quality.

The role requires 8–10 years of PM experience across sectors, with strong estimating and procurement skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects independently on a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of proven project management experience in construction across multiple sectors.
• Experience delivering projects ranging from $500,000 to $10 million in value.
• Strong capabilities in estimating, subcontractor negotiation, contract administration, financial management, and scheduling.
• Ability to independently manage multiple concurrent projects without dedicated administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and secure new project opportunities, leveraging market knowledge to drive business growth.
• Independently develop complete project estimates, proposals, and schedules, and present them effectively to clients.
• Execute subcontractor procurement, including competitive bidding, negotiations, and contract execution.
• Oversee all aspects of subcontractor and vendor performance, ensuring adherence to project requirements, budgets, and schedules.
• Manage full project financials, including billing, budget tracking, change orders, and cost reconciliation.
• Create and maintain project schedules, ensuring timely completion of all milestones.
• Spend substantial time onsite to monitor quality, safety, and progress.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, setting expectations and resolving issues.
• Represent CBRE with professionalism, integrity, and exceptional client service.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Estimating

Subcontractor negotiation

Contract administration

Scheduling

Financial management

Multi-project management

On-site supervision

Education

Engineering/Architecture/Construction management degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Job description

CBRE is seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex construction and renovation projects from initiation through closeout.

The Senior Project Manager is a hands-on delivery leader responsible for developing budgets and schedules, managing contractors and vendors, and ensuring projects meet client expectations for quality, cost, and timing. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with extensive project management experience across multiple sectors who thrives in fast-paced environments and can maintain excellent client relationships while delivering results.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and secure new project opportunities, leveraging market knowledge to drive business growth.
• Independently develop complete project estimates, proposals, and schedules, and present them effectively to clients.
• Execute subcontractor procurement, including competitive bidding, negotiations, and contract execution.
• Oversee all aspects of subcontractor and vendor performance, ensuring adherence to project requirements, budgets, and schedules.
• Manage full project financials, including billing, budget tracking, change orders, and cost reconciliation.
• Create and maintain project schedules, ensuring timely completion of all milestones.
• Spend substantial time onsite to monitor quality, safety, and progress.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, setting expectations and resolving issues.
• Represent CBRE with professionalism, integrity, and exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of proven project management experience in construction, preferably across multiple sectors such as commercial, healthcare, life sciences, education, and industrial.
• Track record of delivering projects ranging from $500,000 to $10 million in value.
• Strong capabilities in estimating, subcontractor negotiation, contract administration, financial management, and scheduling.
• Ability to independently manage multiple concurrent projects without dedicated administrative support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project).
• Degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management preferred; relevant experience required.
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex information.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Why CBRE

We lead by example, guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build, and the world we live in. The more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we’re able to see. A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence shapes our approach to every opportunity.

Our competitive and comprehensive benefits program was designed to make sure you feel valued with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family.

Maintain your career momentum with the best tools and training in the industry. You’ll have everything you need to thrive in your role: challenging work, dedication to results, fast-paced assignments, and a culture of constant learning.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are more than just values- they’re a competitive advantage. By crafting a place where our employees are recognized for their contribution and given a chance to grow, we regularly open ourselves and our business opportunities.

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