Sr. Project Manager-Chicago
Company: CBRE
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 2, 2024
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Job Description:
Sr. Project Manager-Chicago
Job ID
179500
Posted
21-Aug-2024
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Facilities Management, Project Management
Location(s)
Chicago - Illinois - United States of America
About the Role:
As a CBRE Sr. Project Manager, you will be responsible for
providing consulting services to an assigned market or high-profile
client accounts to help achieve the company's strategic business
objectives.
This job is part of the Project Management function. They are
responsible for the management of projects from initiation through
completion.
What You'll Do:
---Furniture procurement: Collaborating with clients and suppliers
to select and purchase furniture that meets the client's
requirements, budget, and design aesthetics. This involves
researching and recommending suitable vendors, negotiating prices
and contracts, and coordinating the delivery and installation
process.
---Space planning and design: Working closely with clients and
design teams to develop furniture layouts that optimize the use of
available space, maximize functionality, and enhance productivity.
This involves understanding the client's needs, analyzing floor
plans, creating furniture specifications and layouts, and producing
2D or 3D visualizations. Use of AutoCAD of mandatory.
---Inventory management: Developing and implementing processes and
systems to track and manage furniture inventory. This includes
maintaining accurate records of furniture assets, monitoring usage
and depreciation, conducting regular audits, and collaborating with
stakeholders to ensure efficient allocation and utilization of
furniture resources. Use of Excel is mandatory.
---Maintenance and repairs: Coordinating furniture maintenance and
repair activities to ensure that furniture remains in good
condition and complies with safety and regulatory standards. This
involves scheduling routine maintenance, conducting inspections,
coordinating repairs or replacements, and managing vendor
relationships.
---Stakeholder communication: Acting as a point of contact and
maintaining effective communication with clients, internal teams,
vendors, and other stakeholders throughout the furniture management
process. This includes providing regular updates, addressing
inquiries or issues, and ensuring client satisfaction.
---Budgeting and cost control: Developing and managing furniture
budgets, tracking expenses, and providing cost estimates for
furniture projects. This involves analyzing costs, negotiating
pricing with vendors, preparing budget reports, and implementing
strategies to minimize expenses and achieve cost savings.
---Sustainability and environmental considerations: Promoting
sustainable furniture practices by recommending eco-friendly
options, ensuring compliance with sustainability standards, and
supporting initiatives such as furniture recycling and reuse
programs.
---Research and innovation: Staying informed about the latest
furniture trends, materials, technologies, and regulations to guide
decision-making and provide innovative solutions to clients. This
includes attending industry events, conducting market research, and
exploring emerging furniture management tools and software.
What You'll Need:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS/BEng/BArch) from College or University in
a technical area of study.
Minimum six years of related experience and/or training. Prior
experience in a supervisory position (direct report
responsibilities) required if specific duties include direct report
responsibilities.
CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES
PMP (US and/or Canada) and LEED AP preferred.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include
Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Facility Management with knowledge of space utilization, asset
management, and building codes
or Project Management with knowledge of space utilization, asset
management, and building codes.
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most complex
business documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most
sensitive issues. Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches and
articles using distinctive style. Ability to make effective and
persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients,
top management and/or public groups. Ability to motivate and
negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and
client groups to take desired action.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United
States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the
future
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
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 company's 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 recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1
866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional
requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols,
including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If
you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position,
please inform your Recruiter.
CBRE GWS
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make
real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity
and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of
our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate
solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is
supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the
industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent,
measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the
lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.
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