Project Manager (International Real Estate) – The World Bank

Apply by 16th Sep 22

The World Bank, a member of the World Bank Group, is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. Our mission is to fight poverty with passion and professionalism for lasting results and to help people help themselves and their environment by providing resources, sharing knowledge, building capacity and forging partnerships in the public and private sectors. We are not a bank in the common sense; we are made up of two unique development institutions owned by 189 member countries: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA).

The World Bank Group Vision and Strategy 

Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? Working at the World Bank Group (WBG) provides an outstanding opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank Group (WBG) is one of the largest sources of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. The WBG is not a bank in the ordinary sense, but a unique global partnership formed by 189 member countries and focused on achieving the twin goals of ending extreme poverty and building shared prosperity.

Established in 1944, the WBG is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and employs more than 16,000 employees in more than 160 offices worldwide. The WBG consists of five specialized institutions: The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), the International Development Association (IDA), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), and the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). For more information, visit www.worldbank.org

Organization:
World Bank Sector:
General Services
Grade: GF
Term Duration:  3 years 0 months
Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment
Location: Chennai,India
Required Language(s): English

Global Corporate Solutions and Corporate Real Estate

Reporting to the Managing Director and World Bank Group Chief Administration Officer, Global Corporate Solutions (GCS) brings together the functions of Corporate Security, Corporate Real Estate, and Corporate Services (such as food services, printing, travel, conferences, and translation and interpretation).

Corporate Real Estate (GCSCR) supports IBRD, IDA, and MIGA, in developing and operating their real estate needs worldwide. GCSCR’s primary purpose is to create and develop strategic, cost effective, functional, efficient, and safe real estate solutions. To achieve its purpose, GCSCR is structured into two main divisions: (i) HQ Real Estate Development and Management (GCSHQ), which covers facilities based in Washington, DC, and (ii) International Real Estate (GCSIR), responsible for facilities located overseas. GCSIR, in its turn, comprises two sub-units: (i) International Real Estate Development (GCSID) and, (ii) International Facilities Management (GCSIF). The Facilities Manager position falls in GCSID.

Project Manager (International Real Estate Development)

Would you like to prepare, design, and implement facilities projects for Bank’s offices around the globe? We are looking for someone to join the International Real Estate Development (GCSID) unit and manage the construction and alteration of the Bank’s facilities worldwide.

The Project Manager reports to the Manager, International Real Estate (GCSIR) and handles major components of facilities projects, comprising acquisition, design, and construction of Bank’s offices around the world. He or She work closely with the Senior Project Managers in the unit, with managers at all levels at Headquarters and Country Offices, internal business units and service providers, attorneys, real estate brokers, landlords, furniture, and equipment manufacturers, architectural, engineering and project management firms, and construction contractors. Specific results include:

• Delivers the work program under Manager’s direction and as required, with the advice from senior project managers.
• Develops project program in consultation with the client.
• Prepares scope of required resources and mobilizes them from within/outside the Bank.
• Identifies, inspects, and evaluates alternative sites and buildings, and determines their suitability for the Bank’s requirements and needs.
• Prepares cost-benefit analysis to evaluate lease versus buy versus build alternatives.
• Directs and handles interaction with internal and external counsel as well landlords’ and property owners.
• Assist the review of terms and conditions of lease proposals and assists in formulating strategy for lease transactions.
• Develops and monitors the project budget and schedule and takes appropriate corrective action when needed to adhere to the pre-established budget and schedule.
• Sets the project schedule and leads the planning, design, and construction process, coordinating inputs from Bank units and outside firms on all aspects of the project from inception through final completion.
• Supports the selection of design consultants, contractors, and specialty consultants for projects, and coordinates and directs all implementation activities and resources.
• Analyzes needs, identifies potential issues, and develops optimal solutions considering user requirements, technical constraints, resource availability, Bank policies and standards.
• Manages the preparation of construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Approves invoices submitted by vendors/contacts and prepares the required documentation for payments.
• Assures the final completion and timely occupancy of projects in a cost-effective manner.
• Oversees and monitors post-occupancy activities.

Selection Criteria

• A Master’s degree, in Architectural, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Has relevant experience working on projects globally in particular in the South Asia, South-East Asia and Pacific regions. Provide references of such projects.
• Detailed knowledge of building design and construction.
• Architectural and engineering skills. Understands architectural design concepts, construction, mechanical and design engineering, sustainability principles, building systems and equipment as applied to large comprehensive construction and renovation projects.
• Detailed knowledge of institutional commercial interior design and practices.
• Detailed knowledge of base building ground up construction, design, and practices.
• Demonstrated Project Management experience, including time management, estimation and budget control.
• Proficiency in English written and oral is required. Other languages proficiencies will be advantageous.
• Has robust negotiation skills, including working experience planning and preparing negotiations, setting clear objectives and tactics to achieve them.

Competencies

• Client Orientation – Takes personal responsibility and accountability for timely response to client queries, requests or needs, working to remove obstacles that may impede execution or overall success.
• Drive for Results – Takes personal ownership and accountability to meet deadlines and achieve agreed-upon results and has the personal organization to do so.
• Teamwork (Collaboration) and Inclusion – Collaborates with other team members and contributes productively to the team’s work and output, demonstrating respect for different points of view.
• Knowledge, Learning and Communication – Actively seeks knowledge needed to complete assignments and shares knowledge with others, communicating and presenting information in a clear and organized manner.
• Business Judgment and Analytical Decision Making – Analyzes facts and data to support sound, logical decisions regarding own and others’ work.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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