Project Manager

CA Student Living is seeking a Project Manager to join our Chicago team. This individual will support our New Development team by managing critical milestones in delivering new development projects from the design and construction phases through to operation. This role will coordinate all aspects of entitlement, design, and construction with a critical focus on managing and enforcing contractual requirements. In addition, this position will oversee large capital renovations and be part of the CA Management Services team. The Project Manager will report directly to the Executive Vice President.    CA Management Services provides best-in-class experiences for residents living in our communities. We do this by putting people first — both our residents and our employees. We believe in investing in our people through superb training and support, generous employee benefits and perks, and opportunities for career advancement throughout our portfolio.    This position is remote with 40% travel time required.   Your Mission Supervise stakeholder relationships on the project, including but not limited to CA Ventures colleagues, external vendors, subcontractors, and local partners and clients Scout locations, negotiate lease terms for leasing offices and trailers, and secure required permits Source, vet, and select Architect and other trades needed to complete buildout on time and budget Manage contracts per the terms and conditions specified, identifying, and assessing outcomes and ensuring timely and accurate project and business reporting Identify necessary adjustments to project scope, approach, or deliverables based on changing requirements, communicating these adjustments through proper channels Coordinate with Innovation Team on IT networking, hardware acquisition, and installation Oversee model unit staging across the portfolio and the acquisition and installation of FF&E, signage, and graphics Generally, serve as the day-to-day project manager Function as the most knowledgeable individual in all project matters and details Meet with the project team regularly to review the project status, anticipate issues, and mitigate project risk Manage and enforce contractual requirements and serve as the single point of contact for all design consultants and owner-direct vendors Oversee the RFI and submittal coordination process Anticipate potential changes and update project budget and schedule forecasts.  Review, analyze, and negotiate change orders Review contractor staffing and quality to ensure compliance with contract and specifications Issue weekly and monthly project status update to the management team  Oversee the purchasing and implementation of FF&E Periodic site visits as required Oversee the project close-out phase, including punch list generation and turnover to operations and management Establish and maintain product libraries and vendor relationships  Calculate and submit project management fees as needed and ensure they get paid   Your Track Record Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Development, Business Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred. Strong preference for an Advanced degree in one of these areas. 3 years of real estate development, land development, and project management experience.  Capable of managing the workload associated with up to 4-5 projects and other initiatives successfully. Knowledge of current building construction systems, means, and methods. Contract negotiation experience.   Your Style   Accountable professional with a “No job too small” attitude and willingness to roll up your sleeves to achieve and exceed individual, team, and company-wide goals.  Passionate and collaborative team player. Results-driven and process-improvement-focused. Innovative and curious who excels in building consensus. Willing to learn, grow and change. Effective under pressure.   Full-time associates at CA Student Living are eligible for:   Competitive pay Health (PPO or HSA), dental, and vision benefits Company paid Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance  Cell phone and internet stipend for eligible employees/positions Flexible PTO  11 paid holidays, plus one paid floating holiday and one paid volunteer day   Tuition reimbursement  Annual review and bonus program  401K – 100% match up to 5%   Paid Maternity and Paternity leave. Mental Health EAP Services Excellent employee referral bonus program  Opportunity for internal promotions, we value growing from within Continuous support from your manager through coaching and development

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