Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cresa is dedicated to providing better spaces for clients and enhancing quality of life through real estate. The Assistant Project Manager will assist in project management, focusing on implementing project goals and resolving issues promptly.
Responsibilities
- Learning to develop scope requirements related to project proposals
- Understanding scope requirements of the project as it relates to vendor contract negotiations and management
- Obtaining, uploading, distributing, and retaining documentation throughout the project life cycle
- Administers RFPs/RFIs
- Assists PM’s with schedules, budgets
- Vendor interface, coordination / management
- Become client-facing / run small projects with minimal assistance
- Document Meeting Minutes
- Assist Senior Manager / team members with tracking and reporting on critical deliverables and proactively identify potential issues and bring them to the team’s attention
- Supporting / managing the relocation process for our clients
- Become a valued member of the team
Skills
- At least 1-3 years in architecture, engineering or construction and / or in Project Coordinator position
- Ability to prepare and track capital budgets
- Flexibility with work hours and travel as needed
- Experienced, self-motivated, detailed, customer-centric and results-oriented
- In-depth knowledge of the commercial design and construction process
- Proven track record of success delivering projects on time and on budget
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral
- Capacity to work effectively both independently and in teams
- Strong organizational skills and an ability to identify and manage priorities
- Demonstrate continuous learning mindset by seeking learning and development opportunities, asking for and accomplishing stretch assignments, and willingness to take on new challenges
- Proficiency in developing budget and schedules
- Understanding of Smartsheets and MS Project project management platforms
Company Overview
With 1,350 employees and 55+ offices across North America, and supported by our global alliance with Knight Frank, Cresa is the world's leading commercial real estate advisory firm that exclusively represents occupiers and specializes in the delivery of fully integrated real estate solutions. It was founded in 1993, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.traversrealty.com.