Real Estate and Construction Project Manager
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Real Estate and Construction Project Manager position is a dual-role position that combines responsibilities in Real Estate and Construction. This position will be responsible for the coordination and management of all phases of construction development on assigned projects, as well as aiding in all aspects of real estate development and market analysis for corporate and franchise clubs. This position has no direct reports.
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND OUTCOMES:
Assist in the execution of the real estate strategy and construction process for PickleRage clubs throughout the country.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Real Estate
- Assist in exploring and expanding PickleRage’s retail landscape throughout the country.
- On-going identification of underserved markets that meets club criteria.
- Evaluate real estate opportunities and make recommendations.
- Aids in sourcing sites for further consideration.
- Perform due diligence for potential new club opportunities.
- On-going research, analysis, evaluation, reporting and mapping of pickleball club competition.
- Prepares and analyzes market analysis for franchisees, potential franchisees, and new markets.
- Assist in preparing all Real Estate Site Profiles to present new club approvals.
- Ability to manage and qualify cold calls, inquiries, etc.
- Assist in building and sustaining a robust pipeline of potential club sites.
- Research and collaborate with internal and external sources, analyze, and present data and insights pertinent to potential markets and locations for new club development.
- Assist with other tasks to successfully source and open new clubs.
Construction
- Coordination and management of all phases of construction development on assigned projects.
- Supervision of on-site General Contractors to meet all deadlines, budgets and reduce risks.
- Research and implement cost savings on new club buildouts to include but not limited to fixtures, millwork, lighting, signage, and other materials.
- Ensure that projects meet the quality, service and financial measurements agreed upon, maintain, and implement project management tools, ensuring timing and cost for each project is within guidelines.
- Create 3D models and renderings for new clubs, marketing fixtures and events as needed.
- Manage, monitor, and track all expenses related to tenant improvement allowance to ensure reimbursement from landlords are completed on time (closeout documents and lien waivers).
- Implement, manage, and confirm Landlord obligations as detailed in its lease and work letter agreements for assigned projects are completed.
- On-going vetting and qualifying of General Contractors to ensure work quality and cost savings.
- Responsible for overseeing facility maintenance for all PickleRage clubs.
- Manages and maintains Franchise Store Portal.
- Responsible for the procurement of, and relationship with, external vendors to support all assigned club locations with construction activities.
- Negotiate contracts with external vendors and service providers.
- Establish budget and aid in managing the coordination of construction and vendor contracts.
- Implement and manage Gantt Charts or similar for construction projects.
- Aids in managing the relationship with outsourced companies and other services for clubs.
- Aids in physical opening of assigned new clubs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field; proven industry knowledge acceptable in lieu of degree
- Minimum 5 to 10 years’ retail real estate and construction experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of real estate development process including negotiations, real estate contracts, demographics analysis and site plans.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines while making quick and strategic decisions.
- Comprehensive knowledge of site planning, building design and construction means, methods and codes, scheduling, estimating.
- Demonstrated knowledge in construction practices including building codes and applicable safety regulations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, DocuSign, Adobe, and industry related software programs.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Willingness to travel
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Includes both a typical office or home-based office environment, with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues, and frequent local and/or overnight travel, including exposure to heat, cold, and inclement weather conditions. Mode of transportation for travel typically will include automobiles and planes.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time. Ability to perform light maintenance work which may require climbing, stooping, squatting, kneeling, reaching above the head and reaching forward. Occasionally climbs ladders. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
POSITIONS SUPERVISED:
None.
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