Strategic Lead, Capital Projects & Real Estate Advisory

US Diversity Job Search; Columbia (SC); 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 lead program reviews, contract cost audits, and real estate management assessments across the United States.

You will collaborate with project managers, asset managers, legal counsel, and clients, travel up to 25% to support engagements and deliver integrated solutions addressing construction and real estate challenges.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of related experience in construction management, real estate advisory, or capital projects consulting.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, Accounting, or related field; CPA/CIA/CCA/CFE/PMP/PE preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to produce well-organized reports and client-facing materials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct construction and real estate program reviews, contract cost audits, and real estate management assessments.
• Perform evaluations of construction contracts, lease agreements, and capital project performance for compliance and best practices.
• Provide actionable recommendations to improve transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency.
• Lead fieldwork activities: data collection, site visits, interviews, and reporting of findings for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with project managers, asset managers, legal counsel, and clients to support oversight and risk mitigation.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Engineering/Architecture degree

Job description

Baker Tilly is seeking a Consulting Manager in the Construction and Real Estate Advisory practice to lead program reviews, contract cost audits, and real estate management assessments across the United States.

You will collaborate with project managers, asset managers, legal counsel, and clients, travel up to 25% to support engagements and deliver integrated solutions addressing construction and real estate challenges.