Project Management Lead

Compass

$88K — $105K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7+ years of experience with commercial construction or facilities projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Construction Management or Engineering.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced setting.
  • Strong skills in budget management and financial forecasting.
  • Proficient in construction and project management software.
  • Familiarity with commercial building systems like HVAC and plumbing.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Manage office build-outs and facility maintenance projects from start to finish.
  • Develop project scopes and procurement strategies based on market conditions.
  • Oversee external project partners like consultants and contractors.
  • Create detailed project schedules and budgets for timely delivery.
  • Conduct due diligence to assess project risks and constraints.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to align on requirements and expectations.
  • Ensure all projects adhere to company design and quality standards.

Benefits

  • Incentive program participation with cash, equity, or commissions.
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave plus parental and recharge leave.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
  • Commuter benefit program and life/disability insurance options.
  • Additional support programs for parents and fertility benefits.
  • Access to caregiver referral networks and pet insurance.
Full Job Description
Project Manager - Design & Build

Location: 100% Onsite - role can be based out of any of our Southeast hubs.

Position Summary

Compass is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its National Workplace Operations & Facilities team. This role is responsible for managing a portfolio of construction, capital improvement, and facility maintenance projects across the company's national office footprint. The ideal candidate is highly organized, customer-focused, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while collaborating with internal stakeholders, external consultants, and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

Construction & Capital Projects
  • Manage office build-outs, relocations, and capital refresh projects from planning through completion.
  • Develop project scopes, RFPs, bid packages, and procurement strategies tailored to project objectives and local market conditions.
  • Oversee external project managers, consultants, contractors, and vendors.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and tracking tools to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Conduct project due diligence to identify risks, building conditions, and potential constraints.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to align project schedules, budgets, and business requirements.
  • Ensure all projects meet Compass design, quality, and brand standards.

Capital Planning & Budget Management
  • Support the development and management of annual capital expenditure (CapEx) budgets.
  • Track project spending and provide budget forecasting and reporting.
  • Identify opportunities to optimize project costs while maintaining quality and schedule objectives.

Facilities & Maintenance Programs
  • Evaluate and enhance recurring maintenance programs to align with industry best practices.
  • Ensure compliance with lease obligations and facility maintenance requirements.
  • Serve as a key resource for regional facilities-related issues and escalations.
  • Manage capital maintenance projects valued at $100K or greater.

Qualifications
  • 5-7+ years of experience managing commercial construction, workplace, or facilities projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or a related field.
  • Experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong budget management and financial tracking experience.
  • Proficiency with construction and project management software.
  • Working knowledge of commercial building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical distribution, and fire/life safety systems.
  • Ability to review drawings, identify constructability concerns, and collaborate with design and construction teams to resolve issues.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Willingness to travel as needed to support project execution (approx 30%).
  • Ability to perform occasional physical activities, including site inspections, construction walkthroughs, and office audits.


Perks that You Need to Know About:

Participation in our incentive programs (which may include eligible cash, equity, or commissions). Plus paid vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, and recharge leave; medical, tele-health, dental and vision benefits; 401(k) plan; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); commuter program; life and disability insurance; Maven (a support system for new parents); Carrot (fertility benefits); UrbanSitter (caregiver referral network); Employee Assistance Program; and pet insurance.

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