Director of Capital Projects

When you join Hines you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence earning us a spot on Fast Companys esteemed annual list of the Worlds Most Innovative Companies as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Reports Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.

As the Director of Capital Projects with Hines you will act as the Owners representative managing a portfolio of infrastructure improvement projects across the North American region while adhering to the project schedule budget and ownership requirements. You will manage a team of Construction Managers and Assistant Construction Managers and coordinate with Hines support personnel. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Prepare annual Capital Improvement Plan documentation for all sites within the portfolio.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client requests as it related to ongoing upcoming and unplanned capital project endeavors.
• Prepare bi-weekly and as-needed construction updates for ownership.
• Manage and develop Construction Managers as needed.
• Monitor and review contractors work as it relates to budget schedule and owners program.
• Direct activities of architects/engineers in the development of preconstruction drawings and construction administration activities.
• With the assistance of Construction Managers coordinate and facilitate general construction activities.
• Prepare and monitor cost estimates budget updates change order reports as requested by the client.
• With the assistance of Construction Managers review working drawings ensuring compliance with Hines and Ownership Standards and Basis of Design.
• With the assistance of Construction Managers administer change order procedures and contractor progress payments.
• With the assistance of Construction Managers maintain and monitor the progress of punch lists.
• Assist Owner in space planning budget preparation material selection cost estimating construction contracts and cost monitoring.
• Encourage a safe working environment and reviews all required OSHA and Workers Compensation safety and accident reports with the General Contractor.

Minimum Requirements include:

• Bachelors degree preferably in construction science engineering or related field.
• Ten or more years construction and engineering related experience with minimum of two of the years being in a management role. MEP Systems and Facility Management Experience is a plus.
• Work within governance-intensive approval model including project management software platforms such as PM Web.
• Demonstrate understanding and successful application of general construction terminology and processes.
• Read and interpret construction related manuals research/instructional reports safety rules and methods and procedures in mechanical drawing and layout work.
• Read and interpret detailed construction drawings and specifications and communicate findings with team.
• Negotiate and interpret the intent of contract documents and mediate disputes as needed.
• Analyze and interpret various types of data in order to draw conclusions and solve problems.
• Interact with employees visitors and contractors with poise and diplomacy.
• Maintain a calm demeanor in emergencies.
• Compose business letters expositions summaries and reports using proper format punctuation grammar diction and style.
• Speak before an audience with confidence using appropriate communication skills/style.
• Demonstrate strong initiative.
• Establish and maintain a cooperative working atmosphere among staff and contractors.
• Exchange ideas information and opinions with others to formulate policies and programs and/or arrive jointly at decisions conclusions or solutions.
• Perform numerical and financial calculations including calculating surfaces volumes weights and measures.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• Work indoors approximately 85% of the time and outdoors 15% of the time.
• Use olfactory auditory and visual senses to inspect buildings/constructions sites and detect emergency alarms.
• Ability to climb up and down stairs ride temporary construction hoists access restrictive openings and perform punch lists and emergency procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
• Ability to transfer locations and work overtime as business needs deem appropriate.
• Though occurrences are rare be accessible 24 hours a day in case of an emergency.
• Compensation: $207900 - $285890

At Hines we strive for excellence as a leading global real estate investment manager driven by our by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion¹ of assets across such property types as living office retail mixed-use logistics and life science projects all designed to enhance value connection and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to exceed expectations and tailor solutions to our clients needs.

While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines success is our 5000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65-year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people offering comprehensive training competitive compensation robust benefits and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone including our clients can thrive.

Hines is proud to be named to Fast Companys prestigious annual list of the Worlds Most Innovative Companies for 2024. ¹Includes both the global Hines organization and RIA AUM as of December 31 2023.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.

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