Project Specialist Job ID 204824 Posted 05-Feb-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Administrative, Facilities Management, Project Management Location(s) Windsor - Ontario - Canada Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery. In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience. **About the Role:** As a CBRE Project Specialist, you will support the facilities management team in successfully fulfilling the clients' requirements. You will also monitor projects for clients, with direct accountability for project delivery. **What You’ll Do:** + Review all requirements of each Capital/Renovation request with the users and provide budget estimates relative to the project. + Control and supervise project activities in accordance with the defined scope, schedule and budget. + Prepare detailed project documents defining scope of work, schedule of work, costs and responsibilities of all users. + Liaise with Hospitals Consulting Engineers and Architect to ensure all user requirements are incorporated in the contract documents, specifications and drawing for each project. + Negotiates/facilitates consensus re: capital project design, construction, and project delivery within established limits; negotiates/establishes requirements and approval for projects such as development and building permits. + Review and evaluate contractors’ bids and participate in negotiations for contract approvals. + Liaise with hospital staff as required to facilitate construction progress and maintain effective communications regarding contractors’ work and the operation of Hospital departments. + Observe construction in progress while ensuring all project work is conducted in accordance with project drawings and specifications. + Review construction and safety techniques employed by contractors and staff for adherence to standard practices and quality levels. + Maintain project contract documents, plans, specifications, and progress files throughout the project. + Review all invoices and progress billings relative to project work recommending same for payment. + Review all change orders and changes to the scope of work, recommending same for approval. + Attends meetings with project team to monitor project progress. + Prepare monthly progress reports as to the status of approved projects. Prepare various reports including project budget and expenditures; update and monitor as required. + Monitor service contracts to ensure in accordance with standards/guidelines. + Other duties as assigned. **What You’ll Need:** + Minimum 3 year' experience within project control or project coordination + Post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Architecture, Interior Design, Mechanical engineering, or a relevant discipline. + Knowledge/understanding of Occupational Health & Safety Act, building codes and applicable standards/regulations. + Effective communication skills with ability to excel in a team environment. + Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office Suite (Excel and Word) + Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future **Why CBRE?** We lead by example, guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build, and the world we live in. The more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we’re able to see. A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence shapes our approach to every opportunity. Our competitive and comprehensive benefits program was designed to make sure you feel valued with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family. Maintain your career momentum with the best tools and training in the industry. You will have everything you need to thrive in your role: challenging work, dedication to results, fast-paced assignments, and a culture of constant learning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are more than just values- they are a competitive advantage. By crafting a place where our employees are recognized for their contribution and given a chance to grow, we regularly open ourselves and our business opportunities. CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)