Sr. Project Manager

CBRE is seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex construction and renovation projects from initiation through closeout. This role requires strong technical expertise, exceptional client service skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal oversight.

The Senior Project Manager is a hands-on delivery leader responsible for developing budgets and schedules, managing contractors and vendors, and ensuring projects meet client expectations for quality, cost, and timing. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with extensive project management experience across multiple sectors who thrives in fast-paced environments and can maintain excellent client relationships while delivering results.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and secure new project opportunities, leveraging market knowledge to drive business growth.
• Independently develop complete project estimates, proposals, and schedules, and present them effectively to clients.
• Execute subcontractor procurement, including competitive bidding, negotiations, and contract execution.
• Oversee all aspects of subcontractor and vendor performance, ensuring adherence to project requirements, budgets, and schedules.
• Manage full project financials, including billing, budget tracking, change orders, and cost reconciliation.
• Create and maintain project schedules, ensuring timely completion of all milestones.
• Spend substantial time onsite to monitor quality, safety, and progress.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, setting expectations and resolving issues.
• Represent CBRE with professionalism, integrity, and exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of proven project management experience in construction, preferably across multiple sectors such as commercial, healthcare, life sciences, education, and industrial.
• Track record of delivering projects ranging from $500,000 to $10 million in value.
• Strong capabilities in estimating, subcontractor negotiation, contract administration, financial management, and scheduling.
• Ability to independently manage multiple concurrent projects without dedicated administrative support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project).
• Degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management preferred; relevant experience required.
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex information.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Why CBRE

We lead by example, guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build, and the world we live in. The more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we're able to see. A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence shapes our approach to every opportunity.

Our competitive and comprehensive benefits program was designed to make sure you feel valued with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family.

Maintain your career momentum with the best tools and training in the industry. You'll have everything you need to thrive in your role: challenging work, dedication to results, fast-paced assignments, and a culture of constant learning.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are more than just values- they're a competitive advantage. By crafting a place where our employees are recognized for their contribution and given a chance to grow, we regularly open ourselves and our business opportunities.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Senior Project Manager position is $160,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Senior Project Manager position is $195,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.


Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at View email address on click.appcast.io or via telephone at View phone number on click.appcast.io (U.S.) and View phone number on click.appcast.io (Canada).


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