Strategic Capital Projects & Real Estate Advisory Manager

US Diversity Job Search; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly is seeking a Consulting Manager for the Construction and Real Estate Advisory practice to lead construction program reviews, contract cost audits, and real estate management assessments across the United States. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, deliver best-practice consulting, and develop client-focused solutions that address capital projects and real estate challenges.

The role emphasizes continued industry knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of related experience in construction management, real estate advisory, capital projects consulting, or related fields.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, Accounting or related field; CPA/CIA/CCA/CFE/PMP/PE preferred.
• Experience with contract compliance audits and real estate portfolio management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough reviews and analyses of construction and real estate management processes, controls, and compliance frameworks to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Perform assessments of construction contracts, real estate lease agreements, and capital project performance to ensure adherence to contractual terms, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Provide actionable recommendations on construction and real estate operations to enhance transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency.
• Lead fieldwork activities including data collection, site visits, interviews, and documentation of findings; prepare clear, concise reports and presentations summarizing observations and recommendations for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including project managers, asset managers, legal counsel, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to support project oversight, risk mitigation, and dispute resolution.
• Support clients throughout the real estate and capital project lifecycle-from acquisition and development to operations and disposition-ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, Accounting

Professional certifications preferred (CPA, CIA, CCA, CFE, PMP, or PE)

Job description

Baker Tilly is seeking a Consulting Manager for the Construction and Real Estate Advisory practice to lead construction program reviews, contract cost audits, and real estate management assessments across the United States. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, deliver best-practice consulting, and develop client-focused solutions that address capital projects and real estate challenges.

The role emphasizes continued industry knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to