Projects and Scope of Work:
This team member at this level should have at least 10+ years of experience in the construction/design and property management industry and possess the educational background to support their role in this position. This team member must work under the direction and supervision of the Department Head.
Role:
The Project Leader at this level is responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of single or multiple projects, as well as property management responsibilities. They direct and supervise the work of the Campus Development team (e.g., PC, APM, PM) supporting the project. The Project Leader also leads and guides the Campus Launch Team and external partners such as architects, general contractors, consultants, and vendors supporting the project(s). In addition, this position requires the oversight of property management duties such as facility maintenance, vendor coordination, tenant relationships, and operational budgeting.
The Project Leader establishes project priorities, behaviors, and responsibilities in alignment with the Campus Launch Process and maintains successful relationships with Campus Teams. They are responsible for setting expectations for project communication, integrating internal and external teams, updating project budgets, ensuring program needs are addressed, maintaining schedules, managing financials, ensuring quality control/execution, and maintaining property management quality and tenant satisfaction.
Qualifications for Consideration into this Position:
Leadership: Ability to lead project and with confidence while maintaining consistent communication. Collaboration: Proven ability to fully integrate internal/external teams and maintain successful relationships with project teams. Coaching/Mentorship: Ability to mentor team members within Campus Development and extend guidance to Campus Launch and property management team. Crucial Conversations: Proven ability to develop and maintain good-standing relationships with Campus Teams, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and external vendors. Ground Up/Remodel Construction Projects and Property Management Experience:
Successfully managed large projects and property management responsibilities, such as coordinating maintenance, resolving building issues, and overseeing building repairs.
Experience with contracts, vendor negotiations, and facilities operational planning.
Project Execution: Completed at least 20 smaller projects as a Project Leader, demonstrating successful financial, completion, scheduling, and relationship outcomes. Property Management Expertise: Knowledge of property operations, lease agreements, tenant coordination, and compliance with local building codes and regulations. Minimum of 10 larger projects or 5 years of successful experience at the PM position, including 3+ years of property management responsibilities, with 10+ years of total experience. College graduate and/or relevant experience in project management, property management, or a related field. Achievement of minimum competencies outlined for PM. Completion and maintenance of minimum training outlined for PM.
Civil/site entitlement/survey process
Permitting Process
Municipality requirements and compliance
ADA/building code fundamentals
Lease agreement review and management. Vendor contract negotiation and oversight. Preventive maintenance program implementation. Budgeting for property repairs, utilities, and capital expenditures. Property inspections and reporting. Energy management and sustainability initiatives.