at CBRE in Springfield, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Hyperscale Data Center Project Management Director
Job ID
176123
Posted
16-Jul-2024
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Construction, Design, Development, Project Management
Location(s)
Remote – US – Remote – US – United States of America
About the role
As a CBRE Project Management Director, you’ll be responsible for project management services within an assigned geographic market, program, or client account and will lead the project management team to achieve strategic business objectives. This role will focus on the construction of hyperscale data center campuses.
This position is remote with up to 30% of travel nationwide.
What you’ll do
+ Direct all phases of the process for clients including procurement, due dilligence, contracting, planning, tracking, and execution, and ensure that contract procurement, negotiation, execution, contract administration, design management, and closeouts are accurate, timely, and compliant.
+ Develop new business growth and maintain existing business relationships.
+ Maintain full responsibility for the financial performance of market, program, and client accounts.
+ Identify project risks, lead reviews, and develop risk mitigation and backup plans.
+ Apply a robust knowledge of multiple disciplines, the business, and key drivers that impact departmental and cross-functional performance
+ Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Persuade managers and other colleagues to take action while being guided by the organization’s functional business plans. Negotiate with external partners, vendors, and customers of divergent interests to reach a common goal.
+ Identify and address multi-dimensional, complex, operational, and organizational problems leveraging the appropriate resources within or outside the department.
+ Significantly improve and change existing methods, processes, and standards within job discipline.
+ Provide formal supervision to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
+ Coordinate and lead the team’s daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed.
What you’ll need
+ Bachelor’s Degree preferred with 8-12 years of experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred.
+ Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention is helpful.
+ Experience running multiple data center construction projects at one time
+ Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations, and handle problems
+ Leadership skills to set, manage, and achieve targets with a direct impact on multiple department results within a function.
+ In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
+ Expert interpersonal skills and an advanced inquisitive and growth mindset.
+ Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
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!
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Hyperscale Data Center Project Management Director position is $180,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Data Center Project Management Director position is $215,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
The application window is anticipated to close on 7/20/24 and may be extended as needed. To express interest in similar roles, visit CBRE.com/careers
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 recruitingaccomodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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