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Chicago, Illinois, Job Title Senior Property Manager Job Description Summary Responsible for the management of the Property Management staff as well as to oversee a significant portfolio or property and to serve as a point person on third-party relationships Job Description ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ⢠Direct, coordinate, and exercise functional responsibility for property management business ⢠Provide overall property management leadership through the development and interpretation of policies and programs, coordination of information flow and property management strategy ⢠Provide direction and leadership to Property Management staff, promoting reasonable career paths associated with property management professionals ⢠Track budget variances and ensure smooth recovery process ⢠Oversee the billing process including payment of invoices and disbursement of funds ⢠Monitor cash flow and cash requirements in conjunction with Property Manager to ensure efficient use of cash ⢠Oversee preparation of reports, annual budget, and other documents for owner in accordance with the management agreement ⢠Support prompt collection of management fees and reimbursements to overhead ⢠Maintain interface with third-party owners, ensuring total contract compliance, and accurate and timely reporting ⢠Resolve tenant relations issues to ensure their satisfaction ⢠Perform regular property inspections with staff ⢠Oversee construction projects with Construction Manager, including approving construction contract and invoices ⢠Ensure compliance with Property Management Policies and Procedures, codes, regulations, and governmental agency directives KEY COMPETENCIES 1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written) 2. Customer Focus 3. Problem Solving/Analysis 4. Leadership Skills 5. Teamwork Orientation 6. Time Management Skills 7. Financial Acumen IMPORTANT EDUCATION ⢠Bachelorâ™s Degree in Business Administration or related discipline preferred IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE ⢠5+ years of real estate property management or related experience ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS ⢠CPM, RPA, or CSM designation ⢠Possess real estate license ⢠Strong knowledge of finance and building operations ⢠Proven experience in management, evaluation, development, and motivation of subordinates ⢠Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals, including both employees and vendors ⢠Previous experience in analyzing and negotiating commercial lease and/or contract language ⢠Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to travel from floor to floor, climb stairs, and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly operate office machinery. AAP/EEO STATEMENT C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, C&W takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. OTHER DUTIES This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativeâ‹ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us. INCO: âœCushman & Wakefieldâ

Houston, Texas, Senior Project Manager- Northstar Construction   Northstar Construction Services (NCS) is a full-service commercial construction company including Design Build, General Contracting and Construction Management. NCS has experience and specializes in Development, Design-Build, Construction and Remodeling specifically in Restaurants and light Industrial. With offices now in Houston and San Antonio, we are continuing to grow quarter after quarter and looking for key members that will be an asset to our continuing growth.   Are you great at translating big picture goals into specific action steps? Are you a serious, direct, and analytical person comfortable taking the lead? Come be a part of one of the fastest growing construction companies in Texas. NCS offers competitive COMPENSATION & BENEFITS! NCS Company Culture: We are proud of our emphasis on fostering a strong sense of Jesus Christ and family through our values EXCELLENCE | GROWTH | CARING | UNITY. We #BuildTexas. We glorify God through our good works and for the good of others.   What We’re Looking For:   Northstar Construction Services (NCS) is now hiring an experienced Senior Project Manager. Selected candidate would be expected to step right into the administration of Project Operations to provide guidance and support to the team analyzing and interpreting project information in the assembly of budgets, bids, and proposals. The selected candidate will be expected to provide the necessary framework to ensure that projects remain in-scope and meet budgetary, scheduling, and quality requirements. The selected candidate will also be expected to implement standard process and deliverables, while approaching all challenges as opportunities to grow and learn to a mutual benefit with NCS.   Position Summary Technical Skills: Building Connected, DropBox, Smartsheets, Procore, MS Office, Teams and Zoom Maintain and improve relationships with existing clients. Provides functional direction over areas of responsibility including construction project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration, and quality control Reviews and monitors overall administration of contracts for Architects and related consultants Present or participate in project estimates and budgets to project Owners and other partners. Assist in the development and implementation of estimating and cost modeling with designers, architects and engineers using a model-based process. Provide alternative means and methods during the target value design process. Collaborate with project teams to ensure all pre-construction requirements are met for individual projects. Assist in project planning before a construction project begins and coordinate successful hand-off of project from preconstruction to the operation teams. Implement and promote lean practices on our projects. Establish profitability goals and strategies to achieve them; manage and control internal cost to ensure profitability. Review project specifications and drawings and attend pre-bid meetings to resolve scope of work and required contents of estimate. Perform comparisons of scope, quantities, and cost data between projects. Manage and administer owner contracts, ensure risks are properly identified and managed on a daily basis. Reviews and verifies submitted applications for payment and performs overall fiscal management of multiple construction projects Prepare and submit monthly status reports and cost projections, review for accuracy in coding and processing of invoices. Ensure regular progress meetings are being held to identify and track action items and deliverables. Oversee the change management process; assist owners with development and implementation of design changes and project teams with analysis and recommendations regarding architect and contractor change order requests. Review all change orders before being sent to the owner and other relevant stakeholder. Oversee projects through to project close out; development and adherence to pre-construction schedules and construction milestones, accurate and timely tracking of submittals, RFI's and other critical project documentation, weekly and monthly reporting to the owner. Reviews change orders from all construction projects and assesses their impact on the Project Assist with development and review of all cost estimates; ensure cost estimates are being prepared at appropriate stages of design. Oversee the work of project managers and participate in delivering training for other project field staff. Resolves complex construction project related issues, disputes, and disagreements Develops and recommends internal policies and procedures Develop industry relationships and expand professional networks that have potential to generate future sales opportunities. Participate in marketing efforts and group sales planning strategies for development of new business. Leverage relationships to identify new opportunities. Assist in pursuit efforts, including presentations, for new opportunities.   Experience: Have 5+ years commercial construction management experience and multiple years of experience in restaurant finish-out and ground-up as a Superintendent or Project Manager. 7+ years of experience working as a Project Manager in Commercial Construction Groundup, 1st generation buildouts and renovations Candidates should have advanced math skills, ability to visualize in 2D and 3D, and an understanding of risk evaluation Proficient in Smartsheets, Procore, MS Office, Teams and Zoom Bachelors Degree preferred OR Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI) may be substituted for the required education Strong ability to manage and oversee multiple projects simultaneously, work with different stakeholders and show effective leadership in driving projects forward as required by contract and specifications Highly qualified in technical knowledge of groundup and 1st generation build outs for restaurant and light industrial projects. Priority management; possess the ability to solve multiple complex issues simultaneously with project managers and other field staff according to the critical nature of the issues, such as disputes and disagreements Long range planning skills and a look-ahead attitude to anticipate issues and resolve with urgency Demonstrate effective listening skills; providing empathy and support to further team development and team building Flexible and ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment

Houston, Texas, Senior Project Manager- Northstar Construction   Northstar Construction Services (NCS) is a full-service commercial construction company including Design Build, General Contracting and Construction Management. NCS has experience and specializes in Development, Design-Build, Construction and Remodeling specifically in Restaurants and light Industrial. With offices now in Houston and San Antonio, we are continuing to grow quarter after quarter and looking for key members that will be an asset to our continuing growth.   Are you great at translating big picture goals into specific action steps? Are you a serious, direct, and analytical person comfortable taking the lead? Come be a part of one of the fastest growing construction companies in Texas. NCS offers competitive COMPENSATION & BENEFITS! NCS Company Culture: We are proud of our emphasis on fostering a strong sense of Jesus Christ and family through our values EXCELLENCE | GROWTH | CARING | UNITY. We #BuildTexas. We glorify God through our good works and for the good of others.   What We’re Looking For:   Northstar Construction Services (NCS) is now hiring an experienced Senior Project Manager. Selected candidate would be expected to step right into the administration of Project Operations to provide guidance and support to the team analyzing and interpreting project information in the assembly of budgets, bids, and proposals. The selected candidate will be expected to provide the necessary framework to ensure that projects remain in-scope and meet budgetary, scheduling, and quality requirements. The selected candidate will also be expected to implement standard process and deliverables, while approaching all challenges as opportunities to grow and learn to a mutual benefit with NCS.   Position Summary Technical Skills: Building Connected, DropBox, Smartsheets, Procore, MS Office, Teams and Zoom Maintain and improve relationships with existing clients. Provides functional direction over areas of responsibility including construction project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration, and quality control Reviews and monitors overall administration of contracts for Architects and related consultants Present or participate in project estimates and budgets to project Owners and other partners. Assist in the development and implementation of estimating and cost modeling with designers, architects and engineers using a model-based process. Provide alternative means and methods during the target value design process. Collaborate with project teams to ensure all pre-construction requirements are met for individual projects. Assist in project planning before a construction project begins and coordinate successful hand-off of project from preconstruction to the operation teams. Implement and promote lean practices on our projects. Establish profitability goals and strategies to achieve them; manage and control internal cost to ensure profitability. Review project specifications and drawings and attend pre-bid meetings to resolve scope of work and required contents of estimate. Perform comparisons of scope, quantities, and cost data between projects. Manage and administer owner contracts, ensure risks are properly identified and managed on a daily basis. Reviews and verifies submitted applications for payment and performs overall fiscal management of multiple construction projects Prepare and submit monthly status reports and cost projections, review for accuracy in coding and processing of invoices. Ensure regular progress meetings are being held to identify and track action items and deliverables. Oversee the change management process; assist owners with development and implementation of design changes and project teams with analysis and recommendations regarding architect and contractor change order requests. Review all change orders before being sent to the owner and other relevant stakeholder. Oversee projects through to project close out; development and adherence to pre-construction schedules and construction milestones, accurate and timely tracking of submittals, RFI's and other critical project documentation, weekly and monthly reporting to the owner. Reviews change orders from all construction projects and assesses their impact on the Project Assist with development and review of all cost estimates; ensure cost estimates are being prepared at appropriate stages of design. Oversee the work of project managers and participate in delivering training for other project field staff. Resolves complex construction project related issues, disputes, and disagreements Develops and recommends internal policies and procedures Develop industry relationships and expand professional networks that have potential to generate future sales opportunities. Participate in marketing efforts and group sales planning strategies for development of new business. Leverage relationships to identify new opportunities. Assist in pursuit efforts, including presentations, for new opportunities.   Experience: Have 5+ years commercial construction management experience and multiple years of experience in restaurant finish-out and ground-up as a Superintendent or Project Manager. 7+ years of experience working as a Project Manager in Commercial Construction Groundup, 1st generation buildouts and renovations Candidates should have advanced math skills, ability to visualize in 2D and 3D, and an understanding of risk evaluation Proficient in Smartsheets, Procore, MS Office, Teams and Zoom Bachelors Degree preferred OR Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI) may be substituted for the required education Strong ability to manage and oversee multiple projects simultaneously, work with different stakeholders and show effective leadership in driving projects forward as required by contract and specifications Highly qualified in technical knowledge of groundup and 1st generation build outs for restaurant and light industrial projects. Priority management; possess the ability to solve multiple complex issues simultaneously with project managers and other field staff according to the critical nature of the issues, such as disputes and disagreements Long range planning skills and a look-ahead attitude to anticipate issues and resolve with urgency Demonstrate effective listening skills; providing empathy and support to further team development and team building Flexible and ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment

Arlington, Virginia, Your Journey Begins With Us! As a Senior Contracting Officer (Engineering & Construction) , you will perform and provide guidance to contracting staff in a wide variety of procurement and contracting activities. Serves in the Procurement and Contracts Department in the Office of Supply Chain Management or other assigned department at the Headquarters Office, Washington Dulles International Airport or Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Responsible for procurement activities, primarily related to engineering, construction, infrastructure, and facilities improvements. This position performs and manages a wide range of contracting functions, from procurement planning, solicitation, and evaluation of bids, and/or proposals for A/E, General Construction, Design-Build and Building Maintenance services. Provides technical guidance to the Contracting Officers, COTRs and Contractors to ensure proper procedures are followed in processing contracts. Performs related functions. Six years of progressively responsible experience in procurement and contracts administration or construction and a bachelor’s degree Engineering, Construction Management, Procurement, Contract Law, or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Knowledge of and ability to implement various types of contracts and methods of contracting for construction and A/E projects, goods, and services and/or concessions. Knowledge of and ability to apply contracting principles, policies, and procedures to pre-award and post-award actions. Knowledge of and ability to ensure compliance with requirements, procedures, and special programs (e.g., Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) program and Owner Controlled Insurance Program [OCIP]). Knowledge of and ability to plan the procurement process. Ability to perform detailed analyses of data and information and make recommendations. Ability to speak and write effectively, with emphasis on negotiation and persuasive techniques. Skill in using computer and office suite software, with emphasis on database and spreadsheet software. Skill in managing multiple projects concurrently. CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED A state driver’s license in good standing. Certification in Procurement by the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC) or another nationally or federally recognized procurement certification/credential within two years of hire, promotion, or placement in the job.

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