When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.

As an Assistant Manager - Design and Construction with Hines, you will act as the Owner’s representative, manage all activities associated with the Design and Construction of a base building multi-family development project. Acting as the Owner’s representative, this role assists in protecting project cost, schedule, quality, and risk objectives while coordinating internal teams, consultants, contractors, and public agencies. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Coordinate and facilitate the management of design and construction activities for base building and interior improvement projects.
• Support value engineering efforts with the design team and contractor partners.
• Coordinate consultant proposals and assist in the negotiation and administration of consultant and construction contracts.
• Monitor and review activities of architects/engineers.
• Assist with managing the AHJ approval processes on various projects in collaboration with the development team.
• Monitor and review Contractors' work as it relates to budget, schedule, and compliance with Contract Documents and Owner’s program.
• Assist in the preparation of construction updates.
• Review contractor payment applications and supporting documentation.
• Track project contingency and assist in evaluating potential cost exposures.
• Administer Hines standard Change Order procedures and Contractor progress payments.
• Maintain and monitor the progress of Project turnover. Coordinate punch lists, warranty documentation, and take an active role in project transition to Property Management.
• Maintain organized project documentation including contracts, budget, change orders, schedules, meeting minutes, and construction records.
• Assist in the preparation of change order scope and estimates, analyze and negotiate contractor cost estimates, and maintain change order reports.
• Assist Owner and/or tenants in space planning, budget preparation, material selection, cost estimating, construction contracts and cost monitoring.
• Maintain and monitor the progress of punch lists.
• Encourage a safe working environment by monitoring the General Contractor’s compliance with its project specific site safety plan and procedures.

Minimum Requirements include:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or related field.
• Three to Five years of progressive experience at a Real Estate Developer, General Contractor or onsite construction; preferably in ground-up multifamily or mixed-use projects.
• Ability to read and interpret Construction Documents, research/instructional reports, progress reports, safety program, change costs, payment and progress schedules to monitor General Contractor’s compliance with each.
• Computer proficiency (Outlook, Adobe/Bluebeam, Microsoft Suite of products and MS Project).
• Experience with punch list software preferred (Procore).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, polished, temperate, engaging and collegial.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record along with auto insurance required.
• Ability to visit active construction sites, walk uneven terrain, and attend meetings in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to climb up and down stairs, ride temporary construction hoists, access restrictive openings, and perform punch list obligations.
• Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 25lbs.
• Compensation: $115,000 - $130,000

At Hines, we strive for excellence as a leading global real estate investment manager, driven by our by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion¹ of assets across such property types as living, office, retail, mixed-use, logistics and life science projects – all designed to enhance value, connection and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to exceed expectations and tailor solutions to our clients' needs.

While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices, we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines' success is our 5,000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65-year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people, offering comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team, we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone, including our clients, can thrive.

Hines is proud to be named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024. ¹Includes both the global Hines organization and RIA AUM as of December 31, 2023.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.

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