Sr Real Estate Project Manager

 

Work Location Type: Hybrid 

 

As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. With 2023 sales of $16.5 billion, we’re dedicated to providing value for customers, fostering an engaging culture for team members and driving strong financial results.

 

Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. As a 2024 Glassdoor Best Place to Work and a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, we’re looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry over our next 100 years.

 

 

You Will:

 

As Senior Project Manager, Pre-construction you will oversee assigned pre-construction projects and activities within the Corporate Real Estate organization. You will liaise with internal stakeholders to develop project charters and lead external teams of pre-construction professionals to ensure the successful planning, budgeting, and scheduling of projects from conception to the start of construction. Your leadership and decision-making skills will be essential in guiding the pre-construction team towards successful project delivery. You will report to the Senior Manager, Pre-Construction.

  

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and revise detailed project charters defining the exact scope requirements of projects.
• Collaborate and lead external partners including design consultants, developers, general contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ’s) to:

 

• • • Conduct feasibility studies and site assessments to assess project viability and identify potential risks.
    • Complete operational and technical due diligence to support project scope.
    • Provide expertise in cost estimation, value engineering, and budget management to maximize project efficiency.
    • Develop comprehensive pre-construction documentation including 75% design, project budgets and schedules.

 

• Play an integral role in risk assessment, procurement, and contractor selection to drive efficiency and scalability while planning and controlling costs in the pre-construction phase.

 

• • Oversee the procurement process, including bid evaluation, subcontractor selection, and contract negotiation.
  • Monitor and control project budgets, expenses, and timelines to ensure adherence to financial targets.
  • Identify and mitigate risks and challenges to minimize project delays and cost overruns.

 

• Develop and take ownership of complex construction schedules (especially for existing operating sites).
• Continually update standardized building designs for our office, distribution center (DC) and branch spaces.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, building codes, and industry standards.
• Evaluate and implement innovative technologies and methodologies to enhance pre-construction practices and improve project outcomes.
• Mentor and develop team members to foster professional growth, knowledge sharing, and collaboration.
• Work within Grainger’s project management software system to record all project related information.
• Develop and conduct comprehensive project handovers to the real estate project delivery team.

 

You Have:

 

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in architecture, construction, project management or engineering related field.
• 7+ years’