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Project Manager-Life Science Facility MEP Infrastructure

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CBRE

Project Manager-Life Science Facility MEP Infrastructure

Clayton, NC

About the role

The Project Manager is responsible for providing consulting services to our life sciences client account to help achieve the company's strategic business objectives. Focus on mechanical and utilities projects applied to industrial pharmaceutical facility systems including chilled water, compressed air, HVAC, steam, and system controls.

This job is part of the Project Management function and responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion. Role offers a 3/2 hybrid schedule but may require an onsite presence up to 5 days/week in Zebulon, NC.

What you'll do

Manage all areas of project management for commercial real estate projects. This includes planning, design, construction, commissioning / validation of GxP systems and facilities, and closeout.

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Interact directly with clients to prepare all elements of the project, including the scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimates & budget, work plan schedule & landmarks, quality control, and risk identification.

Define the project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through the project qualification process. Conduct a standard request for proposals, complete bid evaluations, and recommend resources to clients.

Implement project documentation governance that is aligned with company and client requirements.

Ensure project data integrity and documentation is accurate, timely, and coordinated.

Direct the project team by providing mentorship and direction to achieve goals.

Build action plans to meet objectives, budget, and schedule. Track the progress of each project and report status and variances.

Demonstrate ability to identify project threats and develop risk mitigation and contingency plans. Implement plans to reduce or eliminate project risks.

Mentor others and share in-depth knowledge of your job subject area and broad understanding of several job fields within the function.

Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence) values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.

What you'll need

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred.
  • General knowledge of leases, contracts and construction practices and the ability to read architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings.
  • Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information with a willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project). SAP CMMS experience is a plus.
  • Interpersonal skills with an advanced inquisitive mentality.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and persuasion skills along all levels of project delivery.

Why CBRE?

  • FORTUNE 500 #126
  • FORTUNE Most Admired Company #1 in real estate for the third consecutive year; Ten years in a row on the list!
  • Forbes Named one of the best large employers in America and one of the World's Best Employers!
  • The role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and Vision Insurance

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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.

Find out more

Client-provided location(s): Zebulon, NC 27597, USA
Job ID: CBRE-194170
Employment Type: Full Time