Primary Purpose of Position:
Represent BXP's interest and ensure quality standards by directing the day-to-day management, oversight, technical direction, and coordination of construction activities in assigned region. Manage all facets of construction from inception to completion, including project resolution for projects involving, but not limited to new base buildings, client improvements, and capital expenditure projects. This position plays an integral part of the Asset Management Teams for assigned projects and is responsible for the physical due diligence of potential acquisitions.
Essential Functions:
Staff Management
Exhibits and promotes excellence in work.
Provide leadership and guidance to the construction team.
Direct HR matters to include recruitment and selection, training and development, and performance management.
Construction Management
Interface and be primary point person for designers, general contractors, property management, and client during project marketing.
Oversee the evaluation and negotiations for contractor and designer cost proposals.
Award contracts per specifications provided in the BXP Approval Matrix.
Provide day-to-day management, technical direction, supervision, and coordination of all activities for the duration of the projects.
Provide oversight of closeout activities and verify all items are satisfactorily concluded.
Lead the design process and provide budgeting, scheduling and constructability input.
Lead the development planning and monitor the design and construction schedule.
Evaluate all project pay requests including design fees.
Maintain project budget.
Monitor and review RFI's, issue field and change orders, maintain logs to track project cost, and monitor submittal process.
Prepare monthly progress and contractor compliance reports for senior management.
Provide leadership and direction in Quality Management Plan.
Hire and direct testing and inspection contractors and other consultants.
Oversee the project close-out activities with internal and external parties, including acceptance and completion of project. Manage project close-out activities with contractors including BXP acceptance, Building and Fire Department signoffs when applicable, and final payments.
Coordinate completion of all construction obligations of lease agreements and facilitate a smooth transition of operation and maintenance material to Property Management.
Direct physical due diligence process for potential acquisition and prepare budgets for physical improvements.
Requirements and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field required.
Master's degree in related field preferred.
Minimum of 12 years of progressively responsible experience required with a commercial real estate developer, general contractor, construction management, or closely related company.
Previous staff and full construction life-cycle project management experience required.
Ability to interact with co-workers, contractors, clients, 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 interact with co-workers, contractors, clients, architects, engineers and/or vendors in an articulate, courteous, and professional manner both verbally and in writing.
Ability to adapt to competing priorities and produce quality work in a timely manner while managing complex projects and teams simultaneously.
Established organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
Proficiency with programs such as Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Navisworks, Aconex, Procore, JD Edwards, CAD and Primavera.
Demonstrated ability to work proactively, achieve results without close supervision, and work effectively as part of a team is essential.
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 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, clients, architects, and/or engineers.
This position regularly interfaces with external consultants and vendors.
Reporting Structure:
This position reports directly to the SVP, Construction who provides assignments, supervision, and guidance and who will coordinate, evaluate, and monitor work performance on a periodic basis.
This position provides direction and training to Construction Managers, Assistant Construction Managers, Co-Ops and Interns as applicable.
Salary Range:
$225,680 - $334,340. BXP offers a competitive total rewards package including base salary and annual discretionary bonus. The range represents expected base salary; compensation will be determined based on role, skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related factors. Our comprehensive benefits include medical and dental coverage, a retirement savings plan with competitive company match, backup childcare, educational assistance, employee support programs, a generous commuter transit subsidy and more.
BXP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Boston Properties is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fair and impartial treatment in all of our relations with employees, as well as applicants for employment, to recruit, upgrade, train, and promote in all job titles without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic.
