Director of Project Management

Lincoln Property - Nashville, TN

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - Nashville, TN

Real Estate

About the position

The Director of Project Management at Lincoln Property Company is a senior-level role responsible for leading and overseeing the delivery of complex commercial real estate projects for the East Division. This position requires a seasoned leader with extensive experience in managing both local and remote projects, building and managing a team of project management professionals, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will drive project success, maintain strong vendor relationships, and guide cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Division Leadership to develop a projects strategy for the division.
• Identify prospective work with existing clients and develop the strategy to solution and deliver.
• Build a pipeline of additional project opportunities within the division and drive sales and solutioning to achieve project growth targets.
• Oversee project pricing within the division to ensure profitability.
• Provide regular financial reporting to leadership.
• Develop and implement strategic project plans, including defining scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Lead or oversee the management of multiple high-profile projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client expectations.
• Monitor project performance, track costs against the program budget, and address any deviations from the plan.
• Build and execute a staffing model to support project needs across the division's current client base and new business wins.
• Provide leadership and direction to project managers and cross-functional teams, setting clear objectives and ensuring high performance.
• Facilitate and lead cross-functional team meetings, promoting effective collaboration and communication across departments.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, negotiating contracts and managing performance to meet project requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison with key clients and other stakeholders, delivering regular updates and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and assess project risks, developing and implementing mitigation strategies to address potential issues proactively.
• Oversee the resolution of complex problems and challenges, ensuring timely and effective solutions.
• Ensure all projects adhere to industry standards, regulatory requirements, safety procedures, and quality benchmarks.
• Conduct periodic reviews and audits to maintain project documentation accuracy and compliance.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management within the commercial real estate sector, including experience at a director or senior leadership level.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple high-stakes projects for large national clients from inception to completion, with a proven ability to balance competing priorities.
• Experience developing and leading high-performing teams.
• Exceptional leadership and organizational abilities, with a track record of managing cross-functional teams and driving project success.
• Superior customer service skills and a strong focus on client relationship management.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proficient in project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, Procore, etc. as required).
• Effective time management and multitasking capabilities, with experience in managing project costs and budgets.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required to oversee project sites and client meetings.