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Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc

Director of Project Management

Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Lincoln Property Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by Lincoln Property Company to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that Lincoln Property Company will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. At this time, we are not working with any agencies. We are seeking a seasoned Director of Project Management to solution, lead, and oversee the delivery of complex commercial real estate projects for our East Division, including multiple prominent national clients. This senior-level role demands an accomplished leader with extensive experience in managing both local and remote projects and building and managing a team of project management professionals. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving project success, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to solution, resource and deliver multiple high-profile projects simultaneously. As a self-starter, you will be expected to make a significant impact, deliver a profitable projects business, effectively manage cross-functional teams, and maintain strong vendor relationships. In this role, you will be responsible for steering the strategic direction and execution of the division’s Project Management business, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the highest standards. Your excellent communication skills and strategic vision will be crucial in guiding teams, managing stakeholder expectations, and achieving project goals. Responsibilities: Project Sales and Solutioning: Partner with Division Leadership to develop a projects strategy for the division. Identify prospective work with existing clients and develop the strategy to solution and deliver. Build a pipeline of additional project opportunities within the division and drive sales and solutioning to achieve project growth targets. Oversee project pricing within the division to ensure profitability. Provide regular financial reporting to leadership. Strategic Project Oversight: Develop and implement strategic project plans, including defining scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Lead or oversee the management of multiple high-profile projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client expectations. Monitor project performance, track costs against the program budget, and address any deviations from the plan. Leadership & Team Management: Build and execute a staffing model to support project needs across the division’s current client base and new business wins. Provide leadership and direction to project managers and cross-functional teams, setting clear objectives and ensuring high performance. Facilitate and lead cross-functional team meetings, promoting effective collaboration and communication across departments. Establish and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, negotiating contracts and managing performance to meet project requirements. Serve as the primary liaison with key clients and other stakeholders, delivering regular updates and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle. Identify and assess project risks, developing and implementing mitigation strategies to address potential issues proactively. Oversee the resolution of complex problems and challenges, ensuring timely and effective solutions. Quality & Compliance: Ensure all projects adhere to industry standards, regulatory requirements, safety procedures, and quality benchmarks. Conduct periodic reviews and audits to maintain project documentation accuracy and compliance. Desired Competency, Experience, and Skills: Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management within the commercial real estate sector, including experience at a director or senior leadership level. Demonstrated success in managing multiple high-stakes projects for large national clients from inception to completion, with a proven ability to balance competing priorities. Experience developing and leading high-performing teams. Skills: Exceptional leadership and organizational abilities, with a track record of managing cross-functional teams and driving project success. Superior customer service skills and a strong focus on client relationship management. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences. Proficient in project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, Procore, etc. as required). Effective time management and multitasking capabilities, with experience in managing project costs and budgets. Ability and willingness to travel as required to oversee project sites and client meetings. High level of strategic thinking and initiative, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making. Strong leadership qualities, with the ability to inspire and guide teams to achieve project goals. Proven ability to navigate complex project landscapes and deliver results under pressure. If you are an experienced and results-driven leader with a passion for commercial real estate and the capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously for a major national client, we encourage you to apply. This position requires travel approximately 3-4 times per month to manage both local and remote projects. This position is a hybrid position. About Lincoln Property Company Lincoln Property Company (“Lincoln”) is one of the largest private real estate firms in the United States. Offering a fully integrated platform of real estate services and innovative solutions to owners, investors, lenders and occupiers, Lincoln supports the entire real estate lifecycle across asset types, including office, life science, retail, industrial, data center, production studio, healthcare, government, universities, and mixed-used properties, throughout the United States, United Kingdom, and Europe. Lincoln’s combined management and leasing portfolio on behalf of institutional clients includes more than 562 million square feet of commercial space. In addition to providing third-party real estate services, Lincoln has completed over 164 million square feet of development since its inception in 1965 and has another $19.5 billion currently under construction or in the pipeline. For more information, visit: www.lpc.com . All job offers are contingent on completion of a background check and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

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