Project Manager-On-site

Project Manager-On-site

Job ID

232747

Posted

06-Aug-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Construction, Data & Analytics, Health and Safety/Environment, Project Management

Location(s)

Westborough - Massachusetts - United States of America

The purpose of this position is to plan, direct, and coordinate all aspects of the project lifecycle from planning stage through transition to post project support with focus on working within predetermined estimates and timelines. To control the flow of information on each project to ensure the owner, construction manager, architect, subcontractors and CBRE company personnel understand the quality and schedule requirements of the project.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

Manages the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in the implementation of Building Systems and Technology upgrades, retrofits and new installation projects. Directs internal and external team members, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure clear understanding of scope, timelines, and budget requirements.

Interfaces directly with clients to define project requirements. Prepares project plans, project delivery resource requirements, work plan schedule and milestones, ensures quality control, risk identification and mitigation planning.

Demonstrates capability to read, understand and apply standard to moderately complex construction documents, including but not limited to: agreements/contracts, project charters, bid specifications and construction drawings

Directs, reviews or approves project design drawings/changes and review with team members and subcontractors to ensure all responsible parties have a clear understanding of proper mechanical and electrical installation requirements.

Maintains project budget and prepare change orders throughout project when necessary for any additional work.

Creates and maintains project schedule utilizing MS Project, Excel, or other cloud based scheduling tools.

Works in conjunction with various internal Team Lead/Supervisors, while utilizing scheduling tools in scheduling internal resources and external subcontractors.

Monitors and assists internal and external project team members with material procurement, drawing preparation, shipping and overall implementation strategy.

Works in conjunction with Project Administrator to coordinate all paperwork and documentation required for each project including Billing, Schedules of Values, AIA documents, pay applications, change orders and subcontractor contracts.

Attends job progress meetings virtually or in-person as required by the project(s) and compile meeting notes for distribution to team members as needed.

Communicates frequently and effectively with owners, construction managers, architects and other project team members.

**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES**

Continuously identifies areas needing improvement and implement changes to increase effectiveness and productivity.

Assists in developing and documenting Project Management Office (PMO) standards of operation and documentation.

Facilitates client training classes as requested.

Submits project status reports to Vice President of Operations and/or Executive Vice President as requested.

Other duties may be assigned.

No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides informal assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to coworkers. May lead project teams and/or plan and supervise assignments of lower level employees.

**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 in Project Management, Construction Management or any similar type of Bachelor's degree program or minimum five years industry experience or minimum two years' experience within Operations at CBRE, Inc.

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Construction Management or any similar type of Bachelor's degree program and minimum 10 years industry experience preferred.

**CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES**

None

**COMMUNICATION SKILLS**

A valid driver's license with a good driving record for applicable vehicles, without restrictions, or limiting conditions. (Corrective lenses permitted)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.

Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, exhibit a professional attitude, and possess time management skills.

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar.

Must be an active listener, giving full attention to what others people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

**FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE**

Requires advanced knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions. Conducts advanced financial analysis.

Possess a working knowledge of arithmetic.

**REASONING ABILITY**

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills.

Must possess critical thinking skills using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions and approaches to problems.

Must possess problem solving skills and be able to identify problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and offer/implement solutions.

**OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES**

Must possess judgment and decision making skills and be able to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Knowledge of business management principals involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique and coordination of people and resources. Knowledge of principals and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

**SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY**

Knowledge of computer hardware and software including applications and programming.

Must possess knowledge of MS Office suite and MS Project.

Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidates education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the position is $100,000 annually and the maximum salary for the position is $125,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidates skills, qualifications, and experience.

Successful candidates may also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBREs applicable benefit program.

**Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE has 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 companys 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 ... or via telephone at +... (U.S.) and +... (Canada).

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