Strategic Capital Projects & Real Estate Advisory Manager

US Diversity Job Search; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly is seeking a Consulting Manager in the Construction and Real Estate Advisory practice to perform program reviews, contract cost audits, and real estate assessments across the United States. The role emphasizes developing and delivering high-value advisory solutions that integrate construction and real estate insights for diverse clients.

The position requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, execution of fieldwork, and the ability to travel up to 25% to support engagements

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) 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; CPA, CIA, CCA, CFE, PMP, or PE is preferred
• Knowledge in construction phases including planning, pre-construction services, sourcing and procurement of contracts, contract administration, scheduling, cost estimating, project reporting, project closeout, as well as real estate portfolio management, lease administration, and property operations.
• Experience conducting contract compliance audits, common area maintenance reconciliations, and performance monitoring for both public and private sector clients is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce well-organized research, documentation, audit work papers, and client-facing reports
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% to support client engagements

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

Construction management

Real estate advisory

Project management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Engineering/Architecture/Building Science/Construction Management/Accounting

Professional certifications (CPA/CIA/CCA/CFE/PMP/PE) preferred

Job description

Baker Tilly is seeking a Consulting Manager in the Construction and Real Estate Advisory practice to perform program reviews, contract cost audits, and real estate assessments across the United States. The role emphasizes developing and delivering high-value advisory solutions that integrate construction and real estate insights for diverse clients.

The position requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, execution of fieldwork, and the ability to travel up to 25% to support engagements