Project Manager, Development at WeWork

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Real Estate, Construction, ArchitectureIndustries

Requirements

Experienced in the architecture, construction, and real estate industries
Direct client engagement experience
Keen understanding of the enterprise real estate sales process
Proven ability to effectively juggle competing priorities
Thrives at interfacing directly with a multiplicity of stakeholders to develop creative, cost-effective solutions that meet customer requirements
Project management experience
Strong communication and organization skills
Ability to distill an intricate situation down into a clear, measurable project delivery plan
Solid track record of effectively working across multiple functional groups
Experience at the various stages of development including due diligence, design development, bidding and negotiation, contract management, and construction
Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision
Capable of supervising other project managers
Great teammate
Passion for design and construction
Willingness to travel as necessary to maintain a presence across all projects

Responsibilities

Oversees the quality, budget, and schedule of development, member customization, and capital improvement projects
Full process oversight and management of project team
Manage multiple projects at a time and prioritize workload within the group to ensure that project timelines are met
Ensure project team is adequately resourced to achieve project goals
Inspire project team to achieve goals through effective leadership
Lead all project Gate reviews and signoffs from Due Diligence through Handoff
Serve as primary point of contact for all extended and external project team members, such as (but not limited to) Design Studio, Cost Manager, Sales Account Manager, ICT Manager, Facilities Operations Manager, Procurement Manager, AOR, and EOR
Work with the Sales Account team on the development and presentation of custom proposals which includes test fits/layouts, cost estimates, and project schedules
Provide advisory services to the Sales team and the client to provide competitive solutions on customization requirements and to implement them diligently in the program
Provide Capex and Layout approval decks for leadership review
Substantial involvement during Technical Due Diligence and Layout process, understands lease terms to ensure base build standards are fully considered, and secure necessary approvals
Substantial involvement during the Design process to ensure design intent and construction design meets all general standards and budget guardrails, as well as bid documents are 100% complete before bidding commences

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Architecture

Construction

Real Estate

Vendor Management

Cross-functional Coordination

Client Engagement

Budget Management

Scheduling

Communication

Organization

WeWork

Provides coworking and office space solutions

About WeWork

WeWork provides shared workspaces and office solutions for individuals and businesses. Their spaces are designed to be flexible, allowing users to rent desks or private offices based on their needs. WeWork's locations are equipped with amenities such as high-speed internet, meeting rooms, and communal areas, making it easy for members to collaborate and network. Unlike traditional office rentals, WeWork offers short-term leases and a variety of membership plans, catering to freelancers, startups, and larger enterprises. The goal of WeWork is to create environments that foster productivity and community among its members.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2010Year Founded

$12,795.1MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Social Impact, Real EstateIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive healthcare benefits

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) matching

20 days of PTO

10 paid holidays

80 hours of paid sick time per full calendar year

16 weeks paid parental leave

Risks

Increased competition from Upflex threatens WeWork's market share.

WeWork's $19 billion debt limits financial flexibility and growth investment.

Bankruptcy filing indicates financial instability, risking client trust and membership decline.

Differentiation

WeWork transforms buildings into dynamic, collaborative workspaces for creativity and focus.

WeWork offers infrastructure, services, events, and tech for creators to thrive.

WeWork's eco-friendly workspaces attract environmentally conscious businesses.

Upsides

Flexible workspace demand is increasing with hybrid work models benefiting WeWork.

Digital nomadism rise creates global demand for coworking spaces, expanding WeWork's market.

Corporate downsizing in favor of flexible leases aligns with WeWork's offerings.

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