Position Summary
The Corporate Real Estate Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of real estate projects within a corporate environment. This role involves managing lease agreements, office buildouts, renovations, and other real estate-related activities. The Project Manager collaborates with internal stakeholders, external vendors, contractors, and consultants to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Position Responsibilities
•    Manage all aspects of workplace project delivery from planning through completion, in collaboration with Center partners, Series and local leaders, and external resources.
•    Using common industry practices (requests for proposal, interviews, and evaluation) to qualify and contract with architects, engineers, contractors, suppliers, and other vendors for the design and execution of each project.
•    Engage and maintain working relationships with building representatives and (as needed) jurisdictional authorities.
•    Coordinate all resources toward the effective, timely completion of projects according to lease timelines and budget estimates.
•    Proactively assemble and communicate information on project scope, schedule, and budget using concise language and standard tools (Microsoft 365, Bluebeam Revu, etc.).
•    Assist in advancing processes and design guidelines to continuously improve project outcomes and workplace experience.
•    Maintain timely processing of invoicing and reimbursement of tenant improvement allowances.
•    Grow versatility and knowledge of trends and emerging practices through involvement in professional organization(s).
•    Develop and maintain space utilization data to support space planning.
•    Lead safety and security initiatives and process.
•    Manage physical security including access control systems, associate security cards, and contracted security personnel.
•    Maintain and ensure accuracy of floor plans and emergency evacuation drawings.
•    Manage preventative maintenance and repair schedules and ad hoc maintenance and repair issues with building management and contractors

•    Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Project Management or related field. 
•    5+ years of experience in real estate project management, corporate real estate, or construction management.
•    Proven ability to manage multiple projects in different geographies simultaneously with strong organizational skills.
•    Knowledge of commercial real estate leases and property management.
•    Fluency in furniture, finishes, equipment and other features of office workplaces.
•    Strong understanding of financial analysis and budget management.
•    Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Competencies / Attributes

•    Leadership and team management
•    Problem-solving and decision-making
•    Budgeting and financial acumen
•    Documentation and communication
•    Fair negotiation and vendor management
•    Time management and prioritization
•    Risk management and compliance awareness

Work Conditions 

•    Typically, office-based with up to 25% travel to other Lockton offices and external meetings.
•    Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.