Volvo Buses

Senior Project Manager/Real Estate

Volvo Buses South Plainfield, NJ

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

Senior Project Manager - Real Estate

As a Senior Project Manager in Real Estate, you’ll play a crucial role in overseeing and managing a North American (Canada and US) Network of commercial real estate development projects from inception to completion. The Network includes owned and lease locations. Your responsibilities will include managing budgets, schedules, and internal as well as external resources to ensure that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Project Execution Management:
  • Lead projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and implementation plans, including risk mitigation.
  • Manage all aspects of project execution, including schedule development and management, budget development and management, internal approvals, design and construction document production, RFP processes, construction, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), furniture, and move coordination.
  • Ensure that the project is executed within the defined schedule and budget.
  • Oversee all aspects related to the planning, design, construction, and occupancy of medium to large business offices and call center projects.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with relevant Landlord, stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on project status and changes.
  • Value Engineering and Cost Reduction:
  • Review proposed plans and construction documents to identify possible value engineering and cost reduction opportunities.
  • Capital Planning and Coordination:
  • Manage the annual capital planning process.
  • Coordinate with Construction Managers and the Supply Chain department to identify and partner with select vendors for outsourced services on assigned projects.
  • Design Interpretation and Coordination:
  • Carry out plan and specification analysis to provide clear, trackable, and coordinated interpretations of the design/drawings for construction.
  • Workspace Modifications and Compliance:
  • Plan, manage, and coordinate minor workspace modifications and construction activities in the region.
  • Ensure compliance with various OHS/EHS (occupational health and safety/environmental health and safety), access, fire, and safety standards.
  • Project Meetings and Strategic Planning:
  • Chair weekly project meetings with consultants and internal partners.
  • Attend all IT project meetings to ensure proper coordination and communication across internal groups.
  • Contribute to the creation of strategic market growth plans, including store growth targets and target markets.

Education And Certifications

  • Education: A relevant degree such as Bachelor’s and University Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Business, Construction, Technical, or Project Management.
  • Certifications: Consider certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional), LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), PE (Professional Engineer), AIA (American Institute of Architects)

Skills, Experience And Knowledge

  • Minimum 7-10 years’ experience within construction/building industry (working for a general contractor/construction management or technical consultant companies etc.) performing medium to large scale and complex commercial projects
  • Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines
  • Proven success working with all levels of management
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Knowledge of leases, contracts and construction practices
  • Successful people and culture leadership
  • Fluent in English both spoken and written, French

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Who We Are And What We Believe In

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide. Volvo Group North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action employer. E.O.E./M/F/D/V.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Prevost is one of North America's largest manufacturers of premium intercity touring coaches and the world leader in the production of premium motorhome and specialty conversion coaches. Prevost is fully committed to customer success through sound innovation, winning partnerships, and a passionate team. The Prevost tradition is the sum of values passed down from one generation to another since our first plant was built in Sainte-Claire, Quebec in 1924.

Prevost is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
  • Seniority level

    Not Applicable
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Project Management
  • Industries

    Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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