Head of Construction Projects (Life Science)

Head of Construction Projects (Life Science)

Job ID: 180217
Posted: 20-Aug-2024
Service line: GWS Segment
Role type: Full-time

Areas of Interest:

Construction, Executive Management, Facilities Management, Project Management

Location(s):

San Jose - California - United States of America

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is responsibility for project management services within an assigned geographic market, program or client account to achieve the company's strategic business objectives. Key project delivery focus areas include scope, budget, schedule, quality and risk management.

Characteristics of responsible geographic market, program(s), or client account:

1. EBITDA (3 year avg) PRIMARY FACTOR

• LMA - less than $200,000 USD
• GCS - less than $500,000 USD

• LMA - typically less than $25M USD
• GCS - typically less than $75M USD

Market, program or client account segment leader under supervision of Sr Director, Managing Director, or Sr Managing Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for financial performance of market, program, and client accounts including budgeting, actual results, forecasting and reporting. Responsible for billing, accounts receivable (AR) collection, expense monitoring and control, staffing, and full P&L to EBITDA before all allocations.

Interacts regularly with client(s) to ensure that goals and objectives are established and achieved. Develops and implements action plans to correct variances. Anticipates and responds to the client's needs and concerns.

Manages and leads project management staff in the market and ensures thorough staff understanding and implementation of operations, policies, and procedures. Responsible for identifying tracking performance, coaching, training needs, and motivating direct reports and work group.

Directs all phases of project management including procurement/contracting, initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling and closeout phases of the project.

Develops new business growth and maintains existing business relationships. Responsible for business pursuits, integration with other CBRE business lines, and cross-selling our CBRE business in the assigned geographic market, program or client account.

Exhibits a complete understanding of company's corporate governance policies and procedures. Ensures corporate governance policies and procedures are adhered to within work group.

Responsible for accurate, timely, and compliant contract procurement, negotiation, execution, administration, and closeout.

Demonstrates ability to identify complex project risks, lead constructability reviews, develop risk mitigation and contingency plans, and implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks for client and company.

Oversees the preparation of accurate, timely, and complete reports to the client and company.

Participates in civic and business organizations. Maintains relationships with industry and trade associates, vendors, and professional organizations.

Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages the planning, organization, and controls for a major functional area or department. May be responsible for a mix of direct and matrix reports. Approves subordinate's recommendations for staff recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action and termination.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS/Bang/BArch) required from College or University.

Minimum of eight years of related progressive experience and/or training.

Prior experience in a supervisory position preferred.

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

LEED AP preferred, PMP preferred (US and/or Canada), CCM preferred.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex business documents. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues.

FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE

Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles. Reviews complex financial/business analysis and reports prepared by subordinates.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex business documents. Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

Decisions made with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, company policies and business practices to achieve complex results.

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

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Head of Projects position is $195,000.00 per year and the maximum salary for the Head of Projects position is $210,000.00.

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.

NOTE: Some positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols.