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Project Manager jobs at CBRE span its construction, development, and facilities management divisions, covering everything from ground-up builds to large-scale renovations. The company has a consistent track record of sponsoring international talent for this function, working across multiple visa categories to support candidates at different career stages.
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team in support of large-scale Data Center campuses in greater Washington DC and Richmond, VA areas. The ideal individual will have prior experience supporting large-scale construction projects.
- Manage stakeholders including architects, engineers, and supply chains to deliver compliant projects.
- Analyze, track, and effectively manage critical milestone activities to avoid schedule slips.
- Verify that effective project governance, processes and systems are utilized.
- Ensure application of best practice on all projects.
- Production of formal project status reports and other reports as required.
- Monitor the progress of multiple construction projects simultaneously to ensure that the approved design standards are applied correctly.
- Manage the interface between all suppliers through monthly trackers and weekly reviews.
- Manage the flow of project information between the project team through regular meetings and written communications.
- Forecast and update key project milestones.
- Manage and monitor local design teams in accordance with commission criteria.
- Provide technical support to owners, architects, general contractors and regional stakeholders.
- Rapid response to RFIs from the field.
- Provide expertise for cost control, value engineering, and constructability guidance where required.
- Independent review of status reports, drawing submittals, timelines and costs from architects, contractors and suppliers.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
CLIENT MANAGEMENT
- Assist in developing excellent working relationships with Clients, with a view towards maximizing new opportunities.
STRATEGIC THINKING
- Provide advice to project teams on approaches that can be adopted to successfully achieve both clients’ objectives and business objectives.
KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
- Ensure that key information and learnings generated from each project is captured.
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
- Identify ways to improve internal systems and processes.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or applicable bachelor’s degree and or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 6 years of relevant project management experience.
- Strong organizational and management skills – the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with the broader team.
- Effective presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Procore, and construction project management tools.
- Excellent communication skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients' needs.
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application.
DISCLAIMER:
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend was consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with Turner & Townsend PJM US LLC, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined.
Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $130,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $170,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on Turner & Townsend’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
CANDIDATE ACCOMMODATIONS:
CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team in support of large-scale Data Center campuses in greater Washington DC and Richmond, VA areas. The ideal individual will have prior experience supporting large-scale construction projects.
- Manage stakeholders including architects, engineers, and supply chains to deliver compliant projects.
- Analyze, track, and effectively manage critical milestone activities to avoid schedule slips.
- Verify that effective project governance, processes and systems are utilized.
- Ensure application of best practice on all projects.
- Production of formal project status reports and other reports as required.
- Monitor the progress of multiple construction projects simultaneously to ensure that the approved design standards are applied correctly.
- Manage the interface between all suppliers through monthly trackers and weekly reviews.
- Manage the flow of project information between the project team through regular meetings and written communications.
- Forecast and update key project milestones.
- Manage and monitor local design teams in accordance with commission criteria.
- Provide technical support to owners, architects, general contractors and regional stakeholders.
- Rapid response to RFIs from the field.
- Provide expertise for cost control, value engineering, and constructability guidance where required.
- Independent review of status reports, drawing submittals, timelines and costs from architects, contractors and suppliers.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
CLIENT MANAGEMENT
- Assist in developing excellent working relationships with Clients, with a view towards maximizing new opportunities.
STRATEGIC THINKING
- Provide advice to project teams on approaches that can be adopted to successfully achieve both clients’ objectives and business objectives.
KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
- Ensure that key information and learnings generated from each project is captured.
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
- Identify ways to improve internal systems and processes.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or applicable bachelor’s degree and or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 6 years of relevant project management experience.
- Strong organizational and management skills – the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with the broader team.
- Effective presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Procore, and construction project management tools.
- Excellent communication skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients' needs.
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application.
DISCLAIMER:
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend was consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with Turner & Townsend PJM US LLC, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined.
Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $130,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $170,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on Turner & Townsend’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
CANDIDATE ACCOMMODATIONS:
CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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Frame your PMP or CAPM credentials strategically
CBRE's project management roles frequently list PMP certification as preferred. Having it on your resume before applying signals you meet the specialty occupation threshold, which strengthens the H-1B petition your employer files with USCIS.
Target CBRE's capital projects and advisory lines
CBRE's Project Management business line, which handles client-side construction oversight, hires more consistently than its brokerage side. Roles in that division align more cleanly with specialty occupation requirements, making visa sponsorship a smoother internal conversation.
Clarify sponsorship scope before the offer stage
CBRE sponsors across multiple visa categories, but which one applies depends on your current status and career stage. Ask the recruiter directly whether they support your specific visa type rather than assuming any offer automatically includes the filing you need.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open CBRE roles by visa type
Not every Project Manager posting at CBRE comes with the same sponsorship commitment. Migrate Mate lets you filter CBRE's active openings by visa category so you're applying to roles where your specific status is already supported.
Align your construction experience with DOL prevailing wage levels
CBRE files Labor Condition Applications with DOL that peg salaries to local prevailing wages for the role. If your experience puts you at a senior level, make that explicit in your resume so the LCA wage tier matches your offer and doesn't create a mismatch during review.
Start the OPT-to-H-1B transition timeline early
If you're on F-1 OPT and land a Project Manager role at CBRE, H-1B registration opens in March for an October 1 start. Confirm your OPT expiration date against that timeline immediately, since a gap between OPT end and H-1B start can interrupt your employment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does CBRE sponsor H-1B visas for Project Managers?
Yes, CBRE sponsors H-1B visas for Project Manager roles. The role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field. CBRE's in-house immigration team handles the Labor Condition Application filing with DOL and the petition submission to USCIS, so the process is managed internally rather than outsourced.
How do I apply for Project Manager jobs at CBRE?
Applications go through CBRE's careers portal, where postings are listed by service line and location. Roles in the Project Management division, which covers construction oversight and capital projects, are the most relevant for international candidates. You can also browse and filter CBRE's open Project Manager positions by visa type on Migrate Mate to identify roles that match your current status before applying.
Which visa types does CBRE commonly sponsor for Project Manager roles?
CBRE sponsors H-1B and H-1B1 visas for candidates in specialty occupation roles, along with TN visas for qualified Canadian and Mexican nationals in eligible professional categories. For candidates already in the U.S. on F-1 status, CBRE supports both OPT and CPT employment. Longer-term pathways include EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for employees who have demonstrated sustained performance in the role.
What qualifications does CBRE expect for a sponsored Project Manager role?
CBRE typically expects a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a closely related field. PMP certification strengthens your application and supports the specialty occupation classification required for H-1B sponsorship. Relevant experience on commercial or institutional construction projects carries significant weight, and familiarity with contract administration, cost control, and project scheduling software is commonly required across postings.
How does the visa sponsorship timeline work when joining CBRE as a Project Manager?
If you're transitioning from OPT to H-1B, CBRE must register you in the USCIS lottery by late March for an October 1 start date. Premium processing, which USCIS offers for an additional fee, can reduce approval time to around 15 business days if timing is tight. For candidates requiring a new H-1B or a transfer, confirm your current status expiration early so CBRE's immigration team can sequence the filing correctly.