Transition Project Manager

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC is hiring a Transition Project Manager for an onsite contract role in Philadelphia. You will serve as the primary liaison among the general contractor, operations team, and stakeholders to ensure documentation, training, and operational standards are handed over smoothly.

You will coordinate training sessions, manage transition of as-built docs, warranties, and maintenance schedules, and use data analytics to optimize the transition process and ensure alignment

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, construction management, or facility operations.
• Proficiency in data analytics for decision support.
• Experience reading drawings, specs and as-built docs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between the general contractor, operations team, and stakeholders.
• Oversee the handover of facility systems with documentation, training, and standards.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Data analytics

Scheduling

Contract & budgets

Reading drawings

Cross-functional coordination

Stakeholder communication

PM software & MS Office

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

At-a-Glance:

Are you ready to build your career by joining an international fire, HVAC and security equipment company. If so, our client is hiring a Transition Project Manager.

Position Type:

• Contract
• Onsite

Required

• Qualifications & Experience:
  • Experience in project management, construction management, or facility operations.
  • Strong understanding of construction processes, building operations, and maintenance requirements.
  • Experience working in an active facility environment where construction is ongoing.
  • Proficiency in data analytics, with the ability to analyze and visualize project data to improve decision-making.
  • Expertise in scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent).
  • Proven ability to manage change orders, track modifications, and work with contracts and budgets.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and as-built documentation.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and an entrepreneurial approach to challenges.
  • Excellent organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to work with and collaborate across diverse teams, including technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Effective communicator who can translate complex construction/technical information into actionable insights for facility operators.
  • Proficiency with project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with building systems, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), and facility commissioning.
• Key Competencies:
  • Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
  • Ability to adapt to challenges and develop solutions in a dynamic, evolving environment.
  • Self-Motivated & Entrepreneurial Mindset
  • Takes ownership of responsibilities and drives initiatives forward.
  • Collaboration & Communication
  • Comfortable working with diverse teams and stakeholder groups.
  • Technical Aptitude
  • Can analyze drawings, specifications, and technical reports to support operational handover.
  • Flexibility & Adaptability
  • Willingness to refine processes and work within an evolving operational model.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary liaison between the general contractor, operations team, and stakeholders.
• Oversee the handover of facility systems, ensuring all relevant documentation, training, and operational standards are provided.
• Manage the transition of as-built documentation, system manuals, warranties, and maintenance schedules from the construction team to the facility operations team.
• Coordinate and facilitate training sessions provided by contractors and subcontractors for the operations team on newly installed equipment.
• Ensure smooth integration of new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems into the standard operational cadence of the facility.
• Utilize data analytics to monitor project performance, identify risks, and optimize transition processes.
• Oversee scheduling and ensure project timelines align with construction milestones and operational needs.
• Manage change orders, tracking modifications to the project scope and ensuring proper documentation, approvals, and implementation.
• Identify and mitigate risks that may arise from transitioning the facility from a construction site to an operational environment.
• Communicate effectively with various stakeholders, including executives, contractors, engineers, and facility managers.
• Review and interpret construction documents, drawings, and specifications to anticipate operational needs.
• Provide process recommendations and refine best practices for future transition management within the organization.
• Adapt to an evolving and innovative environment, where standard procedures may not yet exist.