Project Manager, Tenant Coordination-Merriweather District

Dedicated to innovative placemaking, Howard Hughes Communities is the real estate platform of Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH) and is recognized for its ongoing commitment to design excellence and to the cultural life of its communities. Building on that foundation, we foster a culture of curiosity that empowers every employee to shape their own story within our organization.

About the Role

The Project Manager will represent Owner/Landlord to manage projects across the Merriweather District portfolio, including current and future projects in Retail, Office, Commercial, Multi-Family, and Hospitality based on project requirements. Primary focus will be reviewing, approving, and managing both Landlord and Tenant-directed build-outs. Candidate is to possess leadership, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills to ensure Landlord and Tenant schedule, design, permitting, construction, and overall work quality meets project standards and expectations while collaborating with multiple stakeholders. The ability to manage multiple construction efforts in a high pressure, fast-paced environment is critical.

Candidate will act as the Landlord's representative to outside stake holders including but not limited to Architectural & Engineering Design Teams, General Contractors, Vendors, Building Departments, local municipal utility districts, local health department and other local governmental authorities and constituents having authority, Commercial Tenants, and Tenant teams. Candidate required to use clear, concise and professional verbal and written communication at all times.

Additionally, candidate may act as Tenants' representative to internal departments including but not limited to: Leasing, Operations, Property Management, Accounting, Development, Construction, Design & Production, and Company executives on as needed bases. The Project Manager may also be required to act as Tenants Construction Manager in turn-key lease opportunities. Compensation: $130-140K plus bonus & benefits.

What You Will Do

• Communicate effectively with all team members, internal and external, to facilitate lease execution or project release. This may include multiple architects, engineers, vendors, leasing agents, brokers, and general contractors.
  
• Representing the Landlord, coordinate all construction in operational buildings to ensure the operational Tenants can function with little to no interruption.
  
• Review drawings, schedules, and construction documents to ensure premises delivery standards are consistent with lease agreement and deliverables, and resolve any conflicts with tenant or project team.

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management and/or related fields preferred. Candidates with other disciplinary backgrounds who have experience in this specific field and type of work may be considered.
  
• Minimum 5-7 years experience and ability managing multiple design (architectural/engineering) and general contractor teams, including organizing workflow, delegating, and providing direction or instructions.
  
• Knowledge and working experience with commercial leases is highly preferred.
  
• Knowledge and working experience with property management, building operations, and facilities management is a plus.
  
• Thorough knowledge and utilization of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint).
  
• Experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Salesforce, Sharepoint, and E-Builder preferred.
  
• Detail oriented with strong technical knowledge and ability to read/decipher technical drawings and BIM models.
  
• Thorough working knowledge of all construction trades (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, fire/life safety), with particular emphasis on building systems.
  
• Knowledge of architectural practices, construction processes, and construction safety standards.
  
• Familiarity with local construction codes, health codes, and ADA regulations.
  
• Experience working on mixed-use projects, including office, retail, and residential spaces.
  
• Thorough understanding of contractual issues and ability to negotiate agreements.
  
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, both verbal and written.
  
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication and relationship management skills.
  
• Strong planning and project management skills.
  
• Ability to foster a culture of excellence, innovative thinking and positive attitude.
  
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
  
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal team members, design team, specialty contractors, utilities, city/county planning and building departments, inspectors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values.
  
• Must be able to meet deadlines and professionally communicate when under pressure of multiple demands.
  
• Ability to accommodate varied work hour requirements.
  
• Position requires access to construction sites, which may involve multiple buildings and levels. Some areas may only be accessible via stairs or scaffolding.
  
• Travel: Will require regular visits to multiple construction sites and tenant spaces as needed to oversee project progress, ensure quality control, and address on-site issues.
  

• Competitive 401k plan
  
• Generous PTO policy
  
• Premium medical, dental, and vision coverage
  
• Voluntary benefits for unexpected life events
  
• Student loan assistance and stipends to assist with lifelong learning