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1 month ago
Portland, Oregon, TriMet is seeking a new addition to our growing FX delivery team in the Major Projects Department of the Engineering and Construction Division at TriMet. This is a relatively unique early career opportunity for someone looking to grow their experience in transit planning, design and construction. While it is categorized as a limited duration hire for the 82nd Ave/TV Hwy Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) / FX project, we expect to begin a cycle of project delivery of BRT/FX projects and this position is expected to have an ongoing role. We expect the FX System Plan, which will define the next FX lines to be built in our region, which will begin to build momentum around the role of FX in better serving our riders and growing our system’s ridership! This is a limited term position set to end on 06/30/2027. This role requires being onsite a minimum of three (3) days per week.  Ensure a commitment to safety through consistent and professional behaviors in performance of job requirements that demonstrate safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work. Perform related duties as required.   Serve as a good steward of TriMet by regularly utilizing our transit system to maintain a strong and current understanding of customers’ experiences and of TriMet’s product and service offerings.   Essential Functions 1. Conduct feasibility and concept design studies for a variety of projects, (i.e.: on-street Transportation System Management (TSM) and signal priority improvements, operator break rooms, active transportation improvements, transit centers, park and ride lots, other transit facilities and/or transit related buildings). Participate in the development, design, construction, and/or reconfiguration of new or remodeled facilities. Participate or coordination of facility start up activities such as move-in. 2. Develop and coordinate the implementation of projects and related programs that may be related to new, existing, or renovated facilities, bus stops, streetscape and active transportation projects, or other multi-modal transit facilities in coordination with jurisdiction partners. 3. Provide project management and inspection services, including field reports, payment calculations, change management, cost estimates, utility management, documenting pre-existing conditions, taking photographs, verifying compliance with applicable approved plans and specifications, and project turn-over and closeout. 4. Research issues, collect and organize data, and prepare drawings, graphs and technical reports as background for recommending decisions on issues and in support of project development and concept design. 5. Coordinate Project activities with internal TriMet staff, consultants, contractors, and/or and other participating jurisdictions. Assist in the preparation of meeting materials. Draft written meeting minutes and related reports from meetings. 6. Maintain project records and project technical files. 7. Act as design manager and/or construction manager for appropriately scaled projects with appropriate supervision. A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree is required, with a Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, urban planning or a related field being preferred.    A minimum of one (1) year of experience is required. *      One (1) year of general design experience with construction documentation or construction administration focused experience is required. One (1) year of experience with transportation projects is preferred. Or any equivalent combination of experience and training. *The amount of credit a candidate receives for prior years of experience is based on the relevancy of that experience to the required or preferred prerequisites of the job description. Experience is prorated based on hours worked. LRHR assigns and validates the "credited experience". Salary offers will be determined by a candidate’s education, training and relevant experience. Any final offer of employment will fall within the range stated above. For transparency, we choose to list the full available grade range, however, TriMet’s salary administration process will ultimately determine the final salary offered.

1 month ago
Portland, Oregon, TriMet is seeking a new addition to our growing FX delivery team in the Major Projects Department of the Engineering and Construction Division at TriMet. This is a relatively unique early career opportunity for someone looking to grow their experience in transit planning, design and construction. While it is categorized as a limited duration hire for the 82nd Ave/TV Hwy Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) / FX project, we expect to begin a cycle of project delivery of BRT/FX projects and this position is expected to have an ongoing role. We expect the FX System Plan, which will define the next FX lines to be built in our region, which will begin to build momentum around the role of FX in better serving our riders and growing our system’s ridership! This is a limited term position set to end on 06/30/2027. This role requires being onsite a minimum of three (3) days per week.  Ensure a commitment to safety through consistent and professional behaviors in performance of job requirements that demonstrate safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work. Perform related duties as required.   Serve as a good steward of TriMet by regularly utilizing our transit system to maintain a strong and current understanding of customers’ experiences and of TriMet’s product and service offerings.   Essential Functions 1. Conduct feasibility and concept design studies for a variety of projects, (i.e.: on-street Transportation System Management (TSM) and signal priority improvements, operator break rooms, active transportation improvements, transit centers, park and ride lots, other transit facilities and/or transit related buildings). Participate in the development, design, construction, and/or reconfiguration of new or remodeled facilities. Participate or coordination of facility start up activities such as move-in. 2. Develop and coordinate the implementation of projects and related programs that may be related to new, existing, or renovated facilities, bus stops, streetscape and active transportation projects, or other multi-modal transit facilities in coordination with jurisdiction partners. 3. Provide project management and inspection services, including field reports, payment calculations, change management, cost estimates, utility management, documenting pre-existing conditions, taking photographs, verifying compliance with applicable approved plans and specifications, and project turn-over and closeout. 4. Research issues, collect and organize data, and prepare drawings, graphs and technical reports as background for recommending decisions on issues and in support of project development and concept design. 5. Coordinate Project activities with internal TriMet staff, consultants, contractors, and/or and other participating jurisdictions. Assist in the preparation of meeting materials. Draft written meeting minutes and related reports from meetings. 6. Maintain project records and project technical files. 7. Act as design manager and/or construction manager for appropriately scaled projects with appropriate supervision. A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree is required, with a Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, urban planning or a related field being preferred.    A minimum of one (1) year of experience is required. *      One (1) year of general design experience with construction documentation or construction administration focused experience is required. One (1) year of experience with transportation projects is preferred. Or any equivalent combination of experience and training. *The amount of credit a candidate receives for prior years of experience is based on the relevancy of that experience to the required or preferred prerequisites of the job description. Experience is prorated based on hours worked. LRHR assigns and validates the "credited experience". Salary offers will be determined by a candidate’s education, training and relevant experience. Any final offer of employment will fall within the range stated above. For transparency, we choose to list the full available grade range, however, TriMet’s salary administration process will ultimately determine the final salary offered.

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Atlanta, Georgia, Job Title Senior Property Manager Job Description Summary Responsible for the management of the Property Management staff as well as to oversee a significant portfolio or property and to serve as a point person on third-party relationships Job Description ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ⢠Direct, coordinate, and exercise functional responsibility for property management business ⢠Provide overall property management leadership through the development and interpretation of policies and programs, coordination of information flow and property management strategy ⢠Provide direction and leadership to Property Management staff, promoting reasonable career paths associated with property management professionals ⢠Track budget variances and ensure smooth recovery process ⢠Oversee the billing process including payment of invoices and disbursement of funds ⢠Monitor cash flow and cash requirements in conjunction with Property Manager to ensure efficient use of cash ⢠Oversee preparation of reports, annual budget, and other documents for owner in accordance with the management agreement ⢠Support prompt collection of management fees and reimbursements to overhead ⢠Maintain interface with third-party owners, ensuring total contract compliance, and accurate and timely reporting ⢠Resolve tenant relations issues to ensure their satisfaction ⢠Perform regular property inspections with staff ⢠Oversee construction projects with Construction Manager, including approving construction contract and invoices ⢠Ensure compliance with Property Management Policies and Procedures, codes, regulations, and governmental agency directives KEY COMPETENCIES 1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written) 2. Customer Focus 3. Problem Solving/Analysis 4. Leadership Skills 5. Teamwork Orientation 6. Time Management Skills 7. Financial Acumen IMPORTANT EDUCATION ⢠Bachelorâ™s Degree in Business Administration or related discipline preferred IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE ⢠5+ years of real estate property management or related experience ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS ⢠CPM, RPA, or CSM designation ⢠Possess real estate license ⢠Strong knowledge of finance and building operations ⢠Proven experience in management, evaluation, development, and motivation of subordinates ⢠Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals, including both employees and vendors ⢠Previous experience in analyzing and negotiating commercial lease and/or contract language ⢠Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to travel from floor to floor, climb stairs, and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly operate office machinery. AAP/EEO STATEMENT C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, C&W takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. OTHER DUTIES This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativeâ‹ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

1 month ago
Boston, Massachusetts, Job Title Project Manager, Project & Development Services Job Description Summary Position Summary: The Project Manager is responsible for the successful management of the design, planning and construction of real estate facilities projects, with accountability for accomplishing all project goals and objectives. Project aspects may include mechanical, electrical, civil, industrial, and architectural applications; the associated administrative and budgetary control responsibilities; the planning, organizing, coordination of resources; and full control and execution of the project to the fulfillment of client expectations. Job Description Position Summary :   The Project Manager is responsible for the successful management of the design, planning and construction of real estate facilities projects, with accountability for accomplishing all project goals and objectives.  Project aspects may include mechanical, electrical, civil, industrial, and architectural applications; the associated administrative and budgetary control responsibilities; the planning, organizing, coordination of resources; and full control and execution of the project to the fulfillment of client expectations.  Essential Job Duties :   Management of project deliverables, including developing scope of work, scheduling project reports, managing the development of drawings for clients and property/facility management team, designing and development and constructions phases for assigned project.  Proactively manages project-related issues on an account or assigned project, as necessary.   Ensure success in initiation, planning, execution, and completion of all projects against agreed upon targets.     Maintain high qualitative and quantitative standards for work performance along with maintaining accurate and consistent electronic files.  Prepare agendas and meeting materials, lead meetings, develop and maintain master project budgets and timelines as required for each project and project phase to ensure overall project objectives and client needs are met.  Advise and obtain necessary approvals from management of potential organizational changes, actions requiring additional commitments and the need for expenditures in excess of approved budget.  Coordinate and track all vendor RFQâ™s and RFPâ™s.  Review all change orders and other invoices associated with the project and confer with client, all project financial information and management of services to clients as requested.  Responsible for keeping building management apprised of progress at all times.  Education/Experience/Training :   Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field.  5+ years of related experience.   Solid project management skills with demonstrated understanding of project management business.   Experience in client relations, client management and consulting.   Autonomously able to manage a complete project from onset through completion.    Read and understand construction specifications and blueprints.   Ability to read and interpret architectural/engineering drawings.    Prepare and track master project budgets.   Highly organized with the ability to identify and manage multiple priorities at once.    Understanding of technical requirements for various project types.    Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.  Strong problem-solving skills  Provides guidance to junior staff  Experience with analysis and reporting  Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativeâ‹ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

1 month ago
Maryland Heights, Missouri, Job Title Project Manager Job Description Summary Responsible for managing the design, development, and implementation of Project & Development Services on behalf of the client, using established processes, experience, and expertise. Seeking someone who has experience working in fast paced, high volume construction environments and enjoys adapting to new procedures/ projects. Job Description ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: -Create and execute project work plans and revise them as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. -Successfully initiate, plan, execute and close all project deliverables as committed. -Develop and manage project budget and schedule. Track project timelines and costs. -Must be competent in using Microsoft Project scheduling program.  Need to be able to create schedules in MS-Project and link tasks through dependencies and show critical path. Also need to be able to check and maintain schedules created by others. -Coordinate and track schedule dependencies for the successful completion of the project. -Ensure the schedules of the various constituencies involved are coordinated, and the multiple sub-project plans are consolidated into one master project schedule for project tracking. -Provide weekly status and schedule updates on all projects in project tracking database. -Must be competent in using Microsoft Excel program.  Need to be able to create budgets, create formulas for calculating totals and percentages in MS-Excel. Must be also able to check and maintain the MS-Excel budgets of others. -Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities. -Perform ROM budget estimates for projects. -Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope. -Identify and resolve issues. -Create and evaluate project reports and provide project status to internal and external clients. -Supervise vendors to ensure satisfactory project completion. -Prepare, publish, and communicate project status, including input into the designated tracking systems. -Advise corporate management on all perceived risks to the successful completion of the project, and obtain decisions and approval from management on changes to project scope, design, schedule, and cost. -Coordinate project team meetings. Create and distribute meeting minutes documenting important decisions made and tasks assigned. -Facilitate dispute resolution. -Ensure that appropriate communication occurs regarding all user meetings and consultations with the customer. Communicate regularly with internal and external customers as appropriate to ensure the delivery of high-quality service and system support. -Ensure project definition documents are prepared and maintained. -Create written scopes of work (SOWs) for request for proposal (RFP) and contracts for general contractors, design consultants and other relevant venders. -Issue and manage Request for Proposal (RFP) bid document and process. Perform bid leveling and bidder interviews.  -Make bid award recommendation. -Issue contracts and purchase orders to venders. Includes performing budget transfers between various cost codes and trade lines in accounting system.  Entering Schedule of Values (SOVs) into accounting system to request purchase order and routing for management approval.  May include increasing or reducing budgets in accounting system as needed. REQUIREMENTS: -B.S Degree in related fields of Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering preferred Minimum of seven (7) years directly related experience construction related project accountability role or a minimum of seven (7) years equivalent combination of experience in an advisory and/or project management capacity required. -Hands-on experience with tenant improvement construction projects; ability to read and understand construction specifications (and construction drawings preferred). -Ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple projects, maintain excellent client relations, client management, and consultation skills required. -Proven leadership ability, administrative ability, technical background, and project responsibility experience preferred. -Willing/able to travel. -Highly organized and skilled with time management; Superior oral and written communication skills required. Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative⋠Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.