Prologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics real estate. In partnership with our customers and our communities, we develop modern, high-quality properties that set the standard for innovative building design and sustainability. Prologis owns or has investments in properties and development projects of ~1.2 billion square feet in 19 countries and enables 2.8% of the world’s GDP. We have committed to achieve net zero emissions by 2040. Beyond real estate, our Essentials platform optimizes the company’s global asset portfolio to provide our customers solutions that address today’s warehouse and shipping challenges. Prologis Ventures invests in logistics innovation and technology companies to modernize supply chains worldwide.

Job Title

Director, Project & Construction Management - Prologis Essentials

Company

Prologis

What is Prologis Essentials:

Prologis Essentials is creating the most convenient way for our customers to get the products, services, and support they need to get operational fast.  As a B2B business unit, Essentials positions Prologis as a proven expert in providing turnkey industrial warehouse infrastructure solutions.  We have a world class network of high-quality vendor partners to offer solutions across Automation, Storage & Material Handling, Lighting, IT Infrastructure (e.g Cabling & Wireless Networks) and Security, Power Resiliency (e.g Generators), Moving & Relocation, Warehouse Decommission, and even Office Design and Furniture.

The Prologis Essentials team is growing rapidly to create the first and only truly turnkey warehouse solution.

A day in the life

The Director, Project & Construction Management role will report to the VP of Warehouse Product Solutions to collaborate on the design and delivery of programmatic initiatives and strategy. We are looking for someone that provides a combination of Construction Management and Program Management to implement and deliver complex warehouse products and solutions to our customers. You will play a key role in building trust that Essentials is the “one hand to shake” for all our customers’ warehousing needs. This subject matter expert will have a deep grasp of how to methodically analyze customer needs and specifications and demonstrate strength in leading a team through problem solving, issue-resolution, and working towards results.

Key Responsibilities Include

Manage a team of Essentials Delivery Managers (EDMs) providing project execution and delivery for our lighting/electrical, network/security, material handling, storage, construction and services businesses delivering successful projects to customers on-time and as promised. This includes owning operational KPI’s such as delivery time, project margin, and customer satisfaction.
Utilize knowledge of jurisdictional permitting requirements, and timeline and budget constraints to deliver next gen warehouse solutions.
Partner with the Sales, Warehouse Solutions, and Procurement teams to ensure appropriate project schedules, scope and vendor management measures are in place.
Visit customer sites to meet with local decision makers, take tours, learn processes, ask questions, and build trust in Essentials delivery capabilities.
Develop and drive standard business processes and strategies to drive efficiencies and create visibility into areas of the business.
Establish and cultivate partnerships and relationships with key customers, vendors, and the global Prologis team.
Observe and investigate operational needs, problems and opportunities and then design and implement solutions for implementation.
Collaborate with our technology teams and other business stakeholders to automate the flow of information, improve communication, and enable proactive decision making for the management team.
Ability to travel 25+% of the time.

Building blocks for success

Required

7+ years of experience in Construction Management, Project Management or Program Management with proven experience of delivering results.
Consultative project management experience: Understanding a customer’s business and operations and melding it with standard and/or creative PM strategies to create trust and provide valuable insight.
Subject matter expertise with knowledge of leading warehouse and construction technologies and providers
Effective leadership and team building skills.
Excellent time management and organizational skills and strong desire to deliver results.
Excellent oral, written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.

Preferred

MBA a plus.
PMP Certification.
Experience in the material handling, storage and warehouse solution businesses an advantage
AutoCAD drafting experience.

Hiring Salary Range of: $174,000 - $239,000. Salary and whole compensation package (bonus target) to be determined by the candidate’s location, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

People First

Each of us working at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. While we are one company, locations and departments operate with autonomy and accountability.Individuals take the initiative here.

When you join Prologis, you work shoulder to shoulder with some of the top talent in the industry to do the best work of your career. Every employee belongs. Every employee contributes.Employees advance their careers here.

As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most, our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and take a lot of time to focus on quality management and leadership development.People come first here.

All full-time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits. Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation. We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment Type

Full time

Location:

East Rutherford, New Jersey

Additional Locations:

Atlanta, Georgia, Cerritos, California, Chicago, Illinois, Dallas, Texas, Denver, Colorado, Los Angeles, California, Miami, Florida, Phoenix, Arizona, San Francisco, California, Seattle, Washington