Construction Manager Jobs

Primary Purpose of Position:

Represent BXP’s interest and ensure quality standards by being responsible for the day-to-day management, oversight, technical direction, and coordination of construction activities in assigned region. Manage all facets of construction from inception to completion, including project resolution for projects involving, but not limited to new base buildings, tenant improvements, and capital expenditure projects.

Essential Functions:

Design and Preconstruction Management

• Prepare (develop, validate and maintain) cost estimates as needed for all construction-related needs.
• Select qualified contractors, prepare request for proposal packages, administer bids and review pricing. Evaluate and negotiate contractor’s pay requests and cost proposals.
• Provide direction for the budget, schedule, and constructability input.
• Work collaboratively with the leasing team to make sure that all aspects of the project including budget, schedule and design, conform to lease commitments.
• Lead the design team in the preparation of design and construction documents. Review and monitor documents for compliance with BXP’s standards. Provide technical review and critique of drawings, specifications and site logistics at each progressive stage of the construction process for constructability and schedule feasibility.

Construction Management

• Monitor and review RFI’s, issue field and change orders, maintain logs to track project cost, and monitor submittal process.
• Maintain BXP’s record set of documents to include drawings and CAD files.
• Coordinate with BXP’s Property Management team to initiate contact with neighboring tenants or adjacent landowners and resolve any issues or conflicts satisfactorily.
• Prepare monthly progress and contractor compliance reports for senior management.
• Develop, monitor, maintain and enforce project schedules.
• Manage relationships and interface daily with designers, general contractors, architects, city/town/township officials, inspectors, public utilities as well as internal Leasing and Property Management teams.
• Review, approve and submit invoices for payment with appropriate back-up documentation in accordance with the Company's Authorization and Approval Matrix.
• Lead regular, detailed project management meetings with consultants, architects, engineers, and tenant vendors to oversee completing projects on schedule, on budget, and in compliance of specifications while solving specific problems as they arise.

Project Closeout Management

• Manage the project close-out activities with internal and external parties, including acceptance and completion of project .
• Coordinate completion of all construction obligations of lease agreements and facilitate a smooth transition of operation and maintenance material to Property Management.

Regional Specific Functions:

• Support the Senior Vice President, Construction with specific projects within the region as directed.
• Participate in industry organizations, functions and events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Ability to interact with co-workers, contractors, tenants, architects, engineers and/or vendors in an articulate, courteous, and professional manner both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with programs such as Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Navisworks, Aconex, Procore, JD Edwards, CAD and Primavera.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field required.
• Experience managing the full construction project life-cycle.
• Ability to adapt to competing priorities and produce quality work in a timely manner while managing complex projects and teams simultaneously.
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Three to five years of progressive experience with a commercial real estate developer, general contractor or closely related company.
• Solid negotiation skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Involves lifting plans or boxes of 25 pounds or more occasionally.
• Involves work such as tours throughout property portfolio, including to construction sites, usually performed by walking, climbing stairs and climbing construction ladders.
• Involves movement between departments to facilitate work.
• Involves work of a general office nature usually performed standing such as operation of a fax and printer.
• Involves work of a general office nature usually performed sitting such as operation of a computer.

Internal and External Contacts:

• This position regularly interfaces in both verbal and written form with all levels of professionals including contractors, tenants, architects, and/or engineers.
• This position regularly interfaces with external consultants and vendors.

Reporting Structure:

• This position reports directly to a SVP, Construction and VP, Seattle Region who provides assignments, supervision, and guidance and who will coordinate, evaluate, and monitor work performance on a periodic basis.

Salary Range:

$120,000 - $190,000. BXP offers a competitive total rewards package including base salary and annual discretionary bonus. The range represents expected base salary; compensation will be determined based on role, skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related factors. Our comprehensive benefits include medical and dental coverage, a retirement savings plan with competitive company match, backup childcare, educational assistance, employee support programs, a generous commuter transit subsidy and more. Additional details will be provided during the hiring process.