Date Posted: 01/27/2025
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 477177
Job Title: Transition Project Manager
Job Location: Philadelphia, PA, USA, 19104
Work Model: Onsite
Employment Type: Temporary
Estimated Duration (In months): 6
Min Hourly Rate ($): 42.68
Max Hourly Rate ($): 60.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes : Construction, Facility Management, Project Management
Job Description
Required Education:
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Preferred License/Certification:
• Project management certification is a plus
Required Qualifications/Skills/Experience:
• Experience in project management, construction management, or facility operations
• Strong understanding of construction processes, building operations, and maintenance requirements
• Experience working in an active facility environment where construction is ongoing
• Proficiency in data analytics, with the ability to analyze and visualize project data to improve decision-making
• Expertise in scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent)
• Proven ability to manage change orders, track modifications, and work with contracts and budgets
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and as-built documentation
• Strong problem-solving skills and an entrepreneurial approach to challenges
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work with and collaborate across diverse teams, including technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Effective communicator who can translate complex construction/technical information into actionable insights for facility operators
• Proficiency with project management software and Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Experience:
• Experience with building systems, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), and facility commissioning
Transition Project Manager Overview:
The Transition Manager plays a critical role in managing the handover of construction deliverables to the operations team during an ongoing facility renovation. This individual will act as the primary point of contact for ensuring a smooth transition from construction to full operational status, enabling the facility team to effectively maintain and manage the building. The ideal candidate must be able to navigate both construction and facility operations, ensuring that key stakeholders receive necessary documentation, training, and knowledge transfer. They must possess a strong entrepreneurial mindset, the ability to solve problems on the fly, and the drive to take ownership of their responsibilities. A strong background in data analytics, scheduling, and change order management is essential for tracking progress, ensuring alignment with project timelines, and managing modifications to deliverables.
Job Duties:
• Serve as the primary liaison between the general contractor, operations team, and stakeholders.
• Oversee the handover of facility systems, ensuring all relevant documentation, training, and operational standards are provided.
• Manage the transition of as-built documentation, system manuals, warranties, and maintenance schedules from the construction team to the facility operations team.
• Coordinate and facilitate training sessions provided by contractors and subcontractors for the operations team on newly installed equipment.
• Ensure smooth integration of new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems into the standard operational cadence of the facility.
• Utilize data analytics to monitor project performance, identify risks, and optimize transition processes.
• Oversee scheduling and ensure project timelines align with construction milestones and operational needs.
• Manage change orders, tracking modifications to the project scope and ensuring proper documentation, approvals, and implementation.
• Identify and mitigate risks that may arise from transitioning the facility from a construction site to an operational environment.
• Communicate effectively with various stakeholders, including executives, contractors, engineers, and facility managers.
• Review and interpret construction documents, drawings, and specifications to anticipate operational needs.
• Provide process recommendations and refine best practices for future transition management within the organization.
• Adapt to an evolving and innovative environment, where standard procedures may not yet exist.
Key Competencies:
• Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving - Ability to adapt to challenges and develop solutions in a dynamic, evolving environment.
• Self-Motivated & Entrepreneurial Mindset - Takes ownership of responsibilities and drives initiatives forward.
• Collaboration & Communication - Comfortable working with diverse teams and stakeholder groups.
• Technical Aptitude - Can analyze drawings, specifications, and technical reports to support operational handover.
• Flexibility & Adaptability - Willingness to refine processes and work within an evolving operational model.
Industry:
• Fire, HVAC, and security equipment
Estimated Start Date:
• 03/24/2025
Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.
Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client's business needs and requirements.
Benefits:
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