Location: all cities,IL, USA
Sedgwick Properties Development Corporation (SPDC) is a unique, full service real estate company with an unparalleled reputation for beautifully designed buildings and fine craftsmanship. For more then ten years SPDC has managed successful developments in Chicago and Denver by engaging the best people and firms. SPDC is committed to being a leader in delivering affordable and luxury residences to the market. We have an entrepreneurial work environment that focuses on value creation while balancing quality of life. Sharing knowledge, promotion from within, and empowering employees are integral parts of our Firms culture. Benefits include a competitive salary, bonus, medical insurance package, holidays, vacation days, personal days and 401k and profit sharing retirement plans. We are looking for highly motivated people who can bring passion to their work everyday in helping us continue to grow. SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Manager reports directly to Senior Staff. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of Project Management, Residential Development Project Management or other like experience in mid to high rise Residential and/or Commercial Construction. The Project Manager position is a vital position within Sedgwick Properties. This person is the day-to-day authority managing projects. This includes leading the planning and the development of all project deliverables. The project manager is responsible for managing the budget and work plan and all Project Management Procedures (scope management, issues management, risk management, etc.). The right person will combine the right skill sets with a positive attitude to be successful at Sedgwick Properties. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Development Management Responsibilities: Prepare, implement and manage the master project schedule Support in the creation of and manage project budgets Maintain and control accountability for project budget Control project scope and manage change orders Coordinate with Architect the process for obtaining necessary permits At times may be required to supervise and be responsible for work delegated to Assistant Project Managers and Coordinators Plan, direct coordinate, and monitor all development activities, requirements, and people to ensure a quality, profitable, and timely completion of assigned projects. Hire and Manage all facets of the development process including multi-disciplined teams of internal and external team members that may include: General Contractor Environmental Contractors Surveyors City of Chicago, Planning and Development, DCAP and Building departments Insurance Title Company Land use advisors Legal advisers Investors Lenders Sales and Marketing Upgrade Specialists Junior project staff Consultants Misc. Third Parties Analysis of Sales and Marketing and construction recommendations for the formulation of an optimal project program. Coordination of all Leasing and Sales activities with in-house or third parties Collaboration of Pre-Construction Services to prepare, review, and monitor data, information, and reports related to all costs and value engineering involved in assigned projects Create a master project schedule and develop an organization and responsibilities matrix at the beginning of each project. Review it with all involved project participants to ensure work is completed on time and within budget Manage project to support the core company values and meet/exceed expectations Establish appropriate relationships and communication tools with suppliers and other key people to ensure all materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and personnel are obtained and/or delivered when necessary Create and manage weekly internal office project status reports Other responsibilities as may be required to facilitate the projects success LEADERSHIP Ability to lead by example by establishing high performance standards in-line with company goals. Ability to roll-up the sleeves and Project Manage developments from inception through delivery. PERSONAL SKILLS Highly organized Organizational skills, including project planning and management Hands-on skills, including ability to manage internal and third party staff Aptitude for financial analysis General understanding of real estate practices Ability to communicate effectively in writing Ability to solve unstructured problems Understands the value of team approach and effectively uses teamwork to improve results Positive attitude and ability to work in team environment TECHNICAL SKILLS Very Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word and MS Project or other scheduling software Excellent knowledge of the Internet Excellent research skills and ability to compile data In depth understanding of fundamental Project Management best practices REQUIREMENTS Ideal candidate would possess an undergraduate degree or higher with five years or more of related experience Familiarity with Chicago City and surrounding suburban jurisdictions, codes, permitting process, etc Travel to projects outside of Chicago is possible