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This position manages overall site projects to include space planning, architecture, engineering, and subsequently a build out of the space. The build out is followed by furniture, technology, art/ plants and other move related activities. The position provides guidance, data analytics, direction and leadership to the team for the purpose of achieving functional goals and objectives. Work with business unit leaders in planning and executing site projects and related activities within corporate guidelines. Provide a source of subject matter expertise to Markel site leadership, EMG, associates, HR and business partners in order to provide a workplace that aligns with Markel strategy and creates productive work environment, enables superb employee experience and facilitate seamless resolution to workspace issues that arise.
Job Responsibilities
- Initiate, develop and execute project goals, scope, schedule, budgets while implementing workplace and branding strategies. Manage risks and meet deadlines as dictated by the lease terms. Develop a comprehensive project budge and timeline for facilities improvements to submit for approval. Make recommendations on planning, design, construction and closeout of the workplace projects while considering the end result goals.
- Maintain a solid understanding of relocation related or remodel project plans, costs and timelines while working closely with contractors and vendors. Partner with procurement and legal departments in preparation of RFP for all aspects of projects (e.g. architectural and MEP services, PM support, GC and move services). Participate in defining the terms of contract agreements and monitor performance to ensure compliance.
- Monitor project budgets to identify potential financial overruns and variances and make appropriate recommendations to alleviate financial implications. Pay invoices per contract agreements in order to maintain customer loyalty and satisfaction with the Markel brand.
- Provide guidance through requirements gathering and design stages of the project, as well as in planning and executing moves of associates. Proactively recognize issues, and manage and mitigate risks while considering liabilities and associated costs or timeline impacts Provide consistent updates to the site leadership (weekly report) and executive leadership (monthly report) on project status, budget, timeline, milestones and risks.
- Share expertise and best practices so team can work effectively and efficiently. Provide excellent customer service to all associates in order to improve the work environment and uphold the organizational core values. Participate in innovation within workplace resources to ensure that deliverables are in line or ahead of competitors and support HR initiatives in retailing and attraction of associates.
- Support executives, business sponsors, and internal project team on multiple projects and assignments
- Develop scope, schedule, and budget for assigned projects
- Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential risk surrounding project, project logistical issues, budget. and scope
- Coordinate and track all contractor and vendor costs
- Interact and negotiate with contractors and subcontractors
- Prepare/update project status reports, process invoices, update tracking reports, and maintain files for due diligence and financials
- Actively track each aspect of project performance against schedules and critical path
- Coordinate the activities of sub-contractors and vendors
- Demonstrate a proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Any other reasonable duties and responsibilities that may be assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree required
- Flexibility with work hours and travel
- Must have a minimum of 4 to 5 years of relevant work experience.
- Experience in design, construction management, or real estate preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including ProjectGoogle/Project Management Applications
- Ability to prepare, track and analyze budgets
Work Experience/Skill Set
- Understanding of technical requirements for a business relocation, construction, and renovation projects
- Familiarity with design, architectural and engineering drawings, furniture, and space planning
- Able to adapt and prioritize meeting deadlines in a fast-paced team or independent environment
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to successfully communicate with architects, contractors, executives, business sponsors, and team members
- Ability to be adaptable and agile to business driven changes and requests.
US Work Authorization
US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.
Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.
We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better
We enjoy the everyday | We think further
In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.
All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.
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