About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with deep technical expertise in
electrical and mechanical systems to lead complex capital and facilities projects from initiation
through closeout. This role is responsible for managing highly technical, multidisciplinary
projects-including power, electrical distribution, HVAC, mechanical systems, and critical
infrastructure-while ensuring strict adherence to scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality
standards.
You will serve as the technical authority and owner for assigned projects, coordinating
designers, contractors, vendors, facilities teams, and client stakeholders. The role requires the
ability to independently lead projects, evaluate constructability and technical risk, challenge
assumptions, and drive clear decision-making in high-impact, operational environments.
What You'll Do:
Project Leadership & Delivery
Lead end-to-end delivery of electrical and mechanical construction and infrastructure
projects, from feasibility and design through commissioning and closeout.
Serve as the primary point of accountability for project scope, schedule, budget, quality,
safety, and risk.
Develop and manage detailed project execution plans, schedules, and cost controls
aligned with client and PMO standards.
Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate technical, schedule, cost, and operational risks.-
Drive disciplined change management, including scope validation, pricing review, and
approval workflows.
Technical Oversight (Electrical & Mechanical)
Provide hands-on technical leadership for projects involving:
Electrical distribution, power upgrades, switchgear, generators, UPS, lighting, and controls
Mechanical systems including HVAC, AHUs, chillers, boilers, piping, and controls
Review and validate design documents, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings
for technical accuracy and constructability.
Challenge contractors and consultants on means, methods, sequencing, and design
decisions to ensure best value and operational reliability.
Support commissioning, testing, turnover, and O&M documentation to ensure systems
perform as designed.
Contractor & Vendor Management
Lead procurement activities including RFP development, bid evaluation, scope leveling,
and contract award recommendations and contract award recommendations.
Manage general contractors, prime contractors, and trade partners; enforce contractual
requirements and performance standards.
Conduct regular site meetings, progress reviews, and issue resolution with contractors
and stakeholders.
Address performance gaps promptly and escalate risks as required to protect client and
company interests.
Client & Stakeholder Management
Act as a trusted advisor to clients and internal stakeholders on technical and delivery
matters.
Provide clear, executive-level communication on project status, risks, decisions, and
financial performance.
Facilitate alignment between facilities, engineering, operations, finance, safety, and
leadership teams.
Represent the organization professionally in client meetings, audits, and executive reviews.
Financial & Schedule Controls
Develop and manage detailed project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.-
Track commitments, invoices, change orders, and forecast-to-complete accuracy.-
Maintain and update project schedules utilizing MS Project; analyze impacts and recovery
options.
Ensure accurate, timely reporting within PMO systems (Smartsheet, Kahua, Excel, SharePoint).
PMO Standards & Governance
Ensure projects comply with PMO, client, and regulatory requirements.-
Maintain high-quality project documentation, risk logs, schedules, and financial records.
Support audits, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Mentor junior project managers and contribute to PMO best practices and standards.
Required Qualifications
7-10+ years of project management experience delivering electrical and mechanical construction or infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated technical expertise in electrical and mechanical systems, with the ability to independently evaluate design and construction decisions.
Proven experience managing large, complex projects in occupied facilities, mission-critical, or capital environments.
Construction contracts, change management, cost controls, and schedule management.
Experience managing contractors, consultants, and trade partners.
Proficiency with project controls tools such as Smartsheet, Kahua (or similar), Excel, and SharePoint.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
Experience with power infrastructure, critical facilities, or large-scale mechanical systems.
Familiarity with level 5 commissioning processes and operational turnover requirements.
PMP, PMI-ACP, or similar project management certification.
OSHA training or safety management experience.
Experience working in regulated or audit-driven environments.
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 recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
