Program Representative Specialist

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Job description

Overview:

Electric Boat's Real Estate & Facilities Department is searching for an individual to fulfill the important role of Program Representative Specialist. This position will be responsible for implementating project and property management requirements of the real estate and facility needs of Electric Boat. Listed below are some of the many responsibilities this individual will be responsible for:

Provide project management duties in the development of new and/or renovated facilities and the replacement of large mechanical, electrical, plumbing or structural systems

Assist in the preparation and administration of design, consultant and contractor agreements required to implement Company real estate and facility requirements

Lead diverse, multi-functional teams in the design and construction of real estate projects, including but not limited to internal Company teams, third party project managers, architects, engineers, material testing agencies, general contractors and suppliers

Provide assistance in development, maintenance, and implementation of business continuity plans for all business units; also responsible for facilities preparation and recovery planning

Support and maintain the property, maintenance, and facility contractor/ vendor standards to be utilized throughout the Electric Boat enterprise including auditing of adherence to the standards

Provide recommendations to develop and implement continuous improvement strategy to mitigate risk and enhance operational procedures

Additional functions of this role include:

Work with Facilities' leads and management, building occupants, particularly business unit leaders to ensure that objectives are being met; coordinate duties with Real Estate & Facilities' leadership

Work with Finance on overhead and capital budgets, submitting monthly accruals, budget forecasts and reconciliation of actuals; provide explanations for variances and any proposed adjustments

Work with management to develop and manage the five year annual operating and capex budgets on an individual property and campus basis

Regular inspection of facilities, equipment, and meetings with contractors, vendors, and suppliers to review quality of work and adherence to contractual requirements and standards

Maintain familiarity with all real estate and equipment leases related to renewals, notices, operating provisions, expenses, tenants use and landlords obligations

Coordinate project management requirements with Legal, Environmental,Health,and Safety Real Estate and Facilities, as well as with operational groups.

Qualifications:
Required:

Bachelor's Degree or 10+ years of experience directly related to the job description and in the area of real estate development, facility management, design, or construction industry.

5+ years of experience in the real estate development, design and construction industry or related experience

Ability and experience to effectively use MicroSoft programs including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project

Preferred:

Experience in development, design and construction of commercial real estate projects or related experience

Skills:
Strong project management and personnel management skills required

Ability to motivate and lead multi-disciplinary project management, design and construction teams

Strong negotiation, budget and schedule management and reporting skills