Construction Manager

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 a Construction Manager of Capital Projects with Hines you will act as the Owners representative managing all activities associated with infrastructure improvement projects across Manhattan and East region while adhering to the project schedule budget and ownership requirements. This role requires expertise in engineering systems a thorough grasp of project management processes and proficiency in essential skill sets such as leadership organization time management communication and client service. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Demonstrate expert understanding of Construction Drawings and Documentation.

• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to define project scope and determine optimal delivery methods.

• Assist in preparation of early project budgets and capital improvement projections.

• Prepare bi-weekly and as-needed construction updates for ownership.

• Manage and develop Assistant Construction Managers as needed.

• Direct activities of architects/engineers in the development of preconstruction drawings and construction administration activities.

• Review working drawings ensuring compliance with Hines and Ownership Standards and basis of design.

• Prepare and monitor cost estimates budget updates change order reports as requested by the client.

• Develop bid packages and procure proposals in adherence to Hines and clients policies.

• Monitor and review contractors work as it relates to budget schedule and owners program. Coordinate and facilitate general construction activities.

• Forecast costs for upcoming project activities manage RFIs submittals schedules budgets and scopes through project management software.

• Administer change order procedures and contractor progress payments.

• Maintain and monitor the progress of punch lists.

• Control project documentation and historical data regarding construction.

• Assist Owner in space planning budget preparation material selection cost estimating construction contracts and cost monitoring.

• Encourage a safe working environment and reviews of 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.

• Five years of general contractor or construction related experience with two of the years being in management role.

• Meaningful experience in planning design and construction of integrated mechanical electrical and control systems.

• 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 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: $111400 - $153000

At Hines we believe the built world is ultimately about people. As one of the worlds largest privately held real assets firms we bring nearly seven decades of investment development and management experience to work that shapes cities and communities around the world.

Our people make that possible. Across 29 countries more than 4600 colleagues bring different perspectives and expertise to Hines with opportunities to take on meaningful responsibility learn from leaders across the business and build a career with room to evolve. We support that journey through professional development competitive rewards comprehensive benefits and a culture grounded in trust and high standards.

Hines is proud to be named to Fast Companys annual list of the Worlds Most Innovative Companies for 2024.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.

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