Construction Manager Full Time

Represent BXP’s interest and manage the day to day construction for new base buildings, tenant improvements, and large capital expenditure projects. Maintenance of budget, quality and schedule will be primary functions.

Essential Functions:

Design and Preconstruction Management

• Manage the design team in the preparation of design and construction documents. Review and monitor documents for compliance with Boston Properties’ standards.
• Provide direction during the design process by providing budget, schedule, and constructability input.
• Develop Landlord and Tenant Work Letter requirements with Leasing Department related to construction scope; execute Work Letter portion of lease agreements.
• Prepare (develop, validate and maintain) cost estimates as needed for all construction-related needs.

Construction Management

• Manage relationships and interface daily with designers, general contractors, architects and Boston Properties leasing and property management departments on a variety of construction projects.
• Provide day-to-day management, oversight, technical direction, supervision and coordination of construction activities for the duration of the projects.
• Monitor and review RFI’s, issue field orders, maintain logs to track project cost, and monitor submittal process.
• Spearhead and conduct regular, detailed project management meetings with consultants, architects, engineers, and tenant vendors to assist with completing projects on schedule and on budget.
• Develop, monitor, maintain and enforce project schedules.  Develop remediation plans if needed.
• Maintain Boston Properties record set of documents to include drawings and CAD files.
• Coordinate with Boston Properties Property Management team to initiate contact with neighboring tenants or adjacent landowners and resolve any issues or conflicts satisfactorily.
• Review, approve and submit invoices for payment with appropriate back-up documentation in accordance with the Company’s Authorization and Approval Matrix.
• Interface with permit plan reviewers and inspectors, utility companies and other AHJ officials.

Project Closeout Management

• Administer punch list and project close-out activities, including acceptance and completion of project.
• Manage project closeout activities with contractors including Boston Properties acceptance, Building and Fire Department signoffs when applicable, and final payments.
• Manage project closeout activities with internal parties to ensure all required items are complete.
• Coordinate completion of all construction obligations of lease agreements.
• Manage and coordinate tenant turnover requirements.
• Facilitate turnover of operation and maintenance material to Property Management.

General

• Ensure the quality standards of the Company are maintained by inspecting work in process on a frequent basis.
• Support the Development and Leasing teams through the lease process to secure new and existing clients.
• Develop relationships and manage the interface (communicating both verbally and in writing) on a daily basis with design team, general contractors, city/town/township officials, inspectors and public utilities.
• Provide guidance and direction between design and construction phases of each project.
• Participate and play a leading role in construction meetings.
• Coordinate, review and interpret contract documents and construction sections of the tenant lease.
• Select qualified contractors, prepare request for proposal packages, administer bids and review pricing.
• Prepare construction contracts.
• Supervise the performance of the contractor throughout each project.
• Plan and assist in monitoring the general contractor’s schedule.
• Coordinate change order process.
• Evaluate and negotiate contractor’s pay requests and cost proposals.
• Review, approve and submit invoices for payment in a timely manner.
• Interface with permit plans reviewers and inspectors and interact with various City inspectors and City officials as required to achieve Boston Properties objectives.
• Prepare monthly progress reports for senior management.
• Report status of contractor compliance with standards to other Boston Properties employees.
• Track and monitor all construction activity and files. Maintain the highest level of tenant relations and departmental standards for quality of work.

Regional Specific Functions:

• Support the Senior Vice President-Construction with specific projects within the region as directed.
• Assist with supervision and direction of special projects as required.
• Participate in industry organizations, functions and events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• A BA/BS degree required with a concentration in construction technology, building construction, civil engineering or related field preferred.
• A minimum 3 to 5 years of progressive experience required with a commercial real estate developer, general contractor/construction manager or closely related company.
• Previous estimating experience for tenant improvements and base buildings desirable.
• Start to finish project management experience required.
• Previous staff and project management experience preferred.
• Ability to interact with co-workers, contractors, tenants, architects, engineers and/or vendors in an articulate, courteous, and business-like manner.
• Possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while under pressure.
• Ability to produce quality work in consistent manner.
• Ability to manage complex, multifaceted projects and teams.
• Self starter who is results oriented.
• Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to produce quantity of work necessary to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Adaptability to changing demands.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and scheduling software such as Primavera.
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work proactively, independently, achieve results without close supervision, and also work effectively as part of a team is essential.
• Exhibits and promotes excellence in work and a willingness to embrace change.
• Flexibility with schedule and ability to work beyond regular business hours.

Physical Requirements:

• Involves work of a general office nature usually performed sitting such as operation of a computer.
• Involves work of a general office nature usually performed standing such as operation of a fax and printer.
• Involves work such as tours throughout property portfolio, including to construction sites, usually performed by walking, climbing stairs and climbing construction ladders.
• Involves movement between departments to facilitate work.
• Involves lifting plans or boxes of 25 pounds or more occasionally.

Internal and External Contacts:

• This position regularly interfaces in both verbal and written form with all levels of professionals including contractors, tenants, architects, and/or engineers.
• This position regularly interfaces with external consultants and vendors.

Reporting Structure:

• This position reports directly to a SVP, Construction who provides assignments, supervision, and guidance and who will coordinate, evaluate, and monitor work performance on a periodic basis.

Source: Boston Properties’ Career Page

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