Owner’s Representative — Project Manager
Website Bonewitz+Co
The Opportunity
Bonewitz+Co is seeking a Project Manager to act as an Owner’s Representative on a variety of capital projects. In this role, you will independently manage day-to-day project responsibilities while benefiting from mentorship and collaboration with senior members of our tight-knit team. At our boutique, client-focused firm, you will work across all project phases — helping clients transform strategic ideas into completed facilities. This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated professional to step into a client-facing role and grow into a more senior leadership role.
Key Responsibilities
+ Achieve and maintain the client’s vision as a trusted partner.
+ Independently manage the full scope of the project life cycle while simultaneously managing components of others.
+ Develop and manage the overall project schedule, aligned to the owner’s requirements, in partnership with all third-parties.
+ Conduct requirements gathering and needs assessments.
+ Project development and tracking.
+ Support contract development activities in partnership with Senior Project Managers (particularly AIA B101, AIA A102/A201, or similar).
+ Anticipate project and team risks; solve complex challenges and conflicts.
+ Lead contingency planning and schedule and budget recovery planning. Identify, track and manage project risks to closure.
+ Manage soft cost scopes, including FF&E, signage design/procurement, security and IT.
+ May lead move management, transition and readiness planning.
+ Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors.
+ Lead project meetings and prepare clear status and communications for stakeholders.
+ Coordinate with other Project Managers and/or manage more junior employees, in a way that is encouraging and motivational to the team.
+ Collaborate with senior team members on process improvements and lessons learned.
+ Identify and help secure add-services opportunities that will enable continued growth of our practice.
Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in design/construction related fields, including Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
+ 5+ years of construction/project management experience, ideally in Owner’s Representative roles.
+ Experience with the following segments is preferred: 1) Healthcare or other similarly complex projects, 2) High-end, estate quality residential projects.
+ Strong knowledge of project delivery processes and contract analysis.
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office products, primarily Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong understanding of scheduling principles and software, including Microsoft Project. Bluebeam, AutoCAD and sketch-up capabilities are a bonus.
+ Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
+ High emotional intelligence, ability to read a room and manage numerous personalities.
+ Self-starter with the ability to learn quickly, work both independently and as a team member, and to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in an organized and efficient manner.
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
+ Base Salary Range: $100,000 – $160,000 per year (The advertised salary range is intended as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as experience and expertise.)
+ Bonus Program: Eligible to participate in our bonus program, which is paid twice annually based on individual and company success.
+ Health, Wellness & Generous Paid Time Off: Employee medical premiums covered at 100%. Flexibility to work from home to balance personal and work needs. From day one, accrue up to three (3) weeks of PTO per year, plus 10 paid holidays.
+ Retirement Savings: Company-match up to 3% in an IRA plan.
Why Work With Us
We combine big-firm experience and expertise with the personal approach of a boutique practice. As a Project Manager, you’ll manage meaningful, mission-driven projects while working directly with clients and leadership. You’ll gain visibility across diverse project types — healthcare, cultural, educational, and residential — while having the chance to grow your career in a supportive, collaborative environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
+ Trusted by Clients. 75% of our work comes from repeat clients.
+ Different by Design. A boutique firm that integrates seamlessly with our clients’ operations. Our nimble team consistently delivers big results on our clients’ mission critical capital projects.
+ Broad Expertise. Beyond construction management, we guide projects from business conception through design, construction, operational readiness, ‘go live’ and post occupancy client support.
+ Proven Leadership. Our team brings decades of hands-on experience leading complex projects — providing clear direction and decisive problem-solving that keeps work on track and clients at ease.
+ Strong Culture. Tenure averages 6+ years. Our close-knit team supports one another professionally and personally, and truly enjoy working together.
To Apply
Submit your application to careers@bonewitzproject.com. Your application submission should include:
+ A cover letter introduction clearly indicating the position for which you are applying (1-page limit)
+ A résumé highlighting your relevant skills and experience (3-page limit)
In addition, applications may include supplemental materials — such as project photos, work samples, or client references — that demonstrate your unique capabilities.
Total submission size should be limited to 20 MB. If supplemental content exceeds file limit, you may submit by providing a link to external files/portfolios in your application.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
More About Us
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+ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/bonewitz-co
+ Linktree: linktr.ee/bonewitz
