Join this dynamic commercial real estate company as a Project Manager and lead the planning, coordination, and management of exciting construction projects across their properties. You'll work on either one large-scale project or manage a diverse portfolio of smaller projects spanning multiple properties.
This role puts you at the center of collaboration, partnering with teams across Development, Design, Tenant Coordination, Leasing, Finance, Risk Management, and Property Operations to bring ambitious projects to life.
About the Role
What You'll Do
- Lead Construction Projectsfrom preconstruction through completion, managing budgets, schedules, and quality standards
- Travel Required:30%
- Develop Construction Budgets and Schedulesthat align with corporate goals and project requirements
- Collaborate with Development Managersto create development schedules, site logistics plans, and vendor RFPs
- Manage Multiple Construction Methodologiesincluding lump sum, GMP, design/build, and cost-plus contracts
- Oversee Vendor Contractsfrom preparation through execution and completion
- Control Project Documentationand change management processes, ensuring accuracy on every change order
- Conduct Constructability Reviewsalongside Design Managers to optimize project outcomes
- Report Progressthrough monthly financial and schedule updates to senior construction leadership
- Manage Consultants and Construction Managersas needed for project success
What We're Looking For
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management preferred
- Minimum 5 years of construction project management experience with a focus on commercial properties
- ICSC or related industry certifications are valued
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong budget and schedule management abilities
- Expertise across various construction delivery methods
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Strategic thinking with attention to detail
Benefits Include:
- Healthcarewith affordable employee contribution levels
- Generous Time Off:Annual vacation, 12 paid holidays, plus 80 hours of sick time
- Financial Wellness:Matching 401(k) savings plan and Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Programat a discount
- 24 Paid Volunteer Hoursannually with employer charitable match
- Mental Health Support
- Work-Life Balanceand a culture that values wellness, satisfaction, and belonging
Freqently Asked Questions
Phoenix's booming commercial real estate market drives a high demand for experienced project managers skilled in construction oversight. Competition is moderate but favors candidates with multi-project coordination expertise and knowledge of local regulations, making specialized construction management experience a strong advantage.
Certifications like ICSC and PMP are highly regarded in Phoenix's commercial construction field, enhancing credibility. Additionally, local building codes familiarity and construction management credentials tailored to Arizona's market can significantly boost hiring chances and project leadership effectiveness.
Managing diverse commercial projects demands advanced multitasking, budget control, and the ability to adapt to various construction delivery methods. Strong communication with cross-functional teams and expertise in contract negotiations are crucial to balance timelines and quality across multiple sites.
Project roles in construction often progress from assistant positions to senior project managers and eventually director-level roles. Gaining expertise in large-scale commercial projects and certifications can accelerate growth, leading to strategic leadership and broader portfolio management responsibilities.
Daily hurdles often include coordinating between diverse stakeholders, managing fluctuating budgets, ensuring adherence to schedules, and resolving unexpected site issues. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential to navigate these complexities and drive projects to completion.
Glassrecruiters emphasizes a collaborative culture that integrates multiple departments, providing Project Managers exposure to comprehensive commercial real estate processes. Their benefits like a stock purchase program and paid volunteer hours foster engagement, making it a rewarding environment beyond standard construction oversight.
With 30% travel expected, Glassrecruiters promotes wellness initiatives and flexible scheduling to help Project Managers manage time efficiently. Their culture values mental health and work-life balance, ensuring leaders can meet project demands without burnout.
Project Managers specializing in commercial construction in Phoenix generally earn between $85,000 and $110,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Competitive benefits packages, like those at Glassrecruiters, often supplement base pay, enhancing overall compensation.
Technical and software project managers focus on IT deliverables, agile methodologies, and software lifecycle, while construction project managers oversee physical site developments, budgets, and vendor contracts. Job seekers should tailor skills depending on industry demands and project types.
Glassrecruiters’ construction project managers engage deeply with cross-departmental teams, balancing vendor contracts and on-site logistics. Unlike broader corporate roles, they require hands-on construction methodology expertise and direct oversight of multiple property developments.
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