PMO Project Manager

From Plans to Progress — Deliver Scalable Programs with TAIT Why TAIT? Own the Process – Lead projects from entitlement through construction documentation Collaborative Teams – Supportive culture built on trust and mentorship Work–Life Balance – Start earning vacation from your very first day Purposeful Impact – Designs that serve communities & environment Advance your career within a structured, delivery-focused environment— Position Description We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Project Manager to lead high-impact projects from concept through completion. This is a client-facing, cross-functional leadership role where you’ll coordinate with internal teams, consultants, agencies, and municipalities to drive successful project outcomes. You’ll be central to managing entitlements, construction documentation, AHJ approvals and stakeholder communications ensuring delivery is on time, on budget, and in line with TAIT’s high standards. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Manage projects through preliminary design, entitlement processing, construction documentation, and permitting using established workflows and delivery standards. Execute site feasibility studies, due diligence, and risk evaluations to inform project strategy and sequencing. Coordinate consultants and vendors to ensure timely, consistent delivery of plans, reports, and technical documentation. Track permit status and approvals across multiple active projects, maintaining visibility into agency timelines and constraints. Develop, maintain, and update project schedules and budgets; support entitlement processing, agency coordination, and plan check management. Provide routine project reporting, including schedule, budget, risk, and action tracking, with proactive mitigation strategies. Support continuous improvement by identifying process efficiencies and lessons learned across projects. Minimum Work Experience 3+ years of experience in real estate development, architecture, engineering or construction projects, specifically demonstrating: Design & Planning: Proven experience managing physical site planning, master planning, and the technical architectural/engineering design phases. Entitlements & Approvals: Proven experience successfully guiding projects through complex municipal approval, zoning, and discretionary entitlement processes. Experience working with a local jurisdiction either directly or providing services as a 3rd party consultant is a plus. 3+ years of project management experience in real estate development, architecture, engineering, or construction, preferably within multi-site or multi-project programs. Demonstrated ability to manage parallel workflows, direct consultants, and navigate entitlement, permitting, and plan check processes. Experience coordinating with general contractors, including construction sequencing, RFI and submittal tracking, and field issue resolution. Working knowledge of due diligence processes, site investigation reports, feasibility analysis, schedules, budgets, and regulatory frameworks. Experience managing client coordination, consultant contracts, and structured project communications. Direct experience submitting plans and interfacing with municipalities and public agencies. Proficiency with project tracking and scheduling tools such as Smartsheet, MS Project, and Excel; Adobe Creative Suite and/or AutoCAD experience is a plus. Required Experience 7-Eleven or other national retail development programs Convenience stores and fuel stations Quick-service restaurants Ground-up retail development Fuel system design and permitting EV charging infrastructure California development and permitting Multi-site/programmatic development Preferred Education & Skills Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, urban planning, real estate development, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead structured meetings and document decisions clearly. High level of organization with experience managing multiple active projects under standardized delivery frameworks. Ability to produce accurate, repeatable reporting to support program-level decision-making. Proficiency in project controls, documentation, and tracking systems. Analytical, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to anticipate risks and drive resolution. Professional, collaborative approach with a focus on accountability and long-term client relationships. We’re looking for a team-player excited to join a fun, fast-paced environment. Physical Requirements Attend meetings at job sites, municipal offices (including hearings), and TAIT offices. Ability to drive to job sites, client meetings and deliver plan sets to agencies as required. Ability to lift and carry plan sets weighing up to 20 lbs. (cart provided). Salary & Benefits Salary Range: $90,000 – $110,000 annually Comprehensive benefits package included. Benefits TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits. TAIT’s core value is its culture of kindness. With this, you’ll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life with a rewarding career. Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team: Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage) Dental Plans with little to no deductible Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers Company paid Life Insurance ID Theft Protection & Monitoring Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time. Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members Support for professional growth and development. Corporate Lodging Program (CLC) TAIT is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes. California Applicants - view the CA Privacy Notice here before submitting your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tait & Associates, Inc