Retail Construction Assistant Project Manager

Summary: The Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for construction execution, tenant communication and oversight of Tenant Improvements (TI) and Tenant Allowances (TA) for all new/existing tenants. This role, reporting to the Retail Construction Project Manager, will act as the primary liaison between L+M Development Partners and the tenant from the point of lease execution, up until the time the space is delivered, the time final documents are received, or when the final TIA payment is made.Responsibilities Will Include:Prepare/obtain all requested construction budgets/pricingSupport leasing team during lease negotiations related to construction costs/issues Track all deals for lease executionObtain tenant contact information from leasing teamCollect all required insurance documentation from tenant/tenant’s contractorsDevelop landlord’s scope of work, competitively bid and contract for all required workManage all outside GC’s or direct landlord’s GC for all required improvementsReview and approve tenant construction drawingsTrack the permitting and bidding process by each tenantOversee all tenant work for compliance with code, protection of base building systems, safetyMonitor critical milestone dates to ensure timely completion of workCoordinate the close out of all open permits/inspectionsInform leasing team upon the completion or work to facilitate rent commencement letterProcess TIA paymentsCoordinate the transfer of utility accounts for tenants with property managementJob Qualifications:Excellent writing skills and attention to detailExcellent organizational and project management skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Ability to appropriately interface with executive management/leasing teamMust be adaptable to constantly changing schedulesOutgoing personality with good communication skillsExcellent time management a must“Team Player” perspective in the workplaceRequirementsBachelor’s degree preferred in engineering, architecture or construction management or equivalent, relevant experience10 years of directly relevant experience in commercial real estate, ideally retailPrior experience with document review, inclusive of certificates of insurance, contractor indemnity and lien releasesAbility to read and understand construction drawingsRetail real estate construction experience strongly preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:MS Word and Excel are required.AutoCAD is recommendedBluebeam