Project Management Director, Critical Facility Ground Up Construction

Job Posted 4/2/2025
CBRE
Colorado Springs, NY
United States
Job Description
About the Role:

As a Project Management Director, you will be responsible for department-related management services for critical facility ground up construction for an assigned high-profile client to achieve the company's strategic business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess demonstrated ability to oversee vendor compliance to construction agreements, while also having the ability to manage the overall project budget & schedule for large ground up, complex projects.

This role will require someone local to Long Island, New York who understands the area well and is able to work onsite.

This job is part of the Project Management function. They are responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide formal supervision and mentorship to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff, and conduct performance evaluations and coaching. May oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees for the group.
  • Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities; establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines and goals, mentor, and coach as needed.
  • Direct all phases of the process for clients including procurement, contracting, planning, tracking, and execution.
  • Develop new business growth and maintain existing business relationships.
  • Prepare proposals and present CBRE Project Management services to clients (internal and external).
  • Maintain full responsibility for the financial performance of the specified assigned group, and client accounts.
  • Identify project risks, lead reviews, and develop risk mitigation and backup plans.
  • Ability to forecast and prepare budgets as well as conduct financial analysis including preparation of reports.
  • Mastered project governance process and use of standard project management tools (Kahua).
  • Apply a robust knowledge of multiple disciplines, the business, and key drivers that impact departmental and cross-functional performance.
  • Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Persuade managers and other colleagues to take action while being guided by the organization's functional business plans. Negotiate with external partners, vendors, and customers of divergent interests to reach a common goal.
  • Identify and solve multi-dimensional, complex, operational, and organizational problems leveraging the appropriate resources within or outside the department.
  • Significantly improve and change existing methods, processes, and standards within job discipline.
  • Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8-12 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred.
  • Proven onsite experience leading industrial or large commercial ground up construction projects is preferred.
  • Knowledge of the entitlement/permitting process, construction delivery methods, and agreements.
  • Familiarity with construction standard processes, general building codes, and various building types and systems.
  • Strong technical construction knowledge including MEP coordination is preferred.
  • Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to read and understand architectural drawings. Knowledge in MS Project and/or Kahua, leases, contracts, and construction practices.
  • Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention is preferred.
  • Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations, and handle problems
  • Leadership skills to set, manage, and achieve targets with a direct impact on multiple department results within a function.
  • Expert organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
  • Sophisticated math skills and the ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
  • Ability to work onsite in Long Island, NY on a fulltime basis.
Disclaimer:
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner &Townsend was consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with Turner & Townsend PJM US LLC, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined. Thank you for your interest; this position is being published in an effort to build our candidate pipeline for our upcoming opportunities. If an opportunity opens that matches your qualifications, we will reach out to you at that time. We are growing a world-class organization with a world-class team and appreciate your interest in joining our team!

Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $175,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $240,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on Turner & Townsend's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have 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 [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).