Associate Director, EMEA Lease and Construction Project Manager

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognise those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients. We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.

Barings is a leading global financial services firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients and customers. Through active asset management and direct origination, we provide innovative solutions and access to differentiated opportunities across public and private capital markets. A subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings maintains a strong global presence with business and investment professionals located across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

Job Summary

This role involves managing a combination of Lease Transaction Negotiations/Management and Construction Project Management.

Primary Responsibilities

• Leasing side: Identifies trends and changes to the business and the workplace environment and how they may impact staff experience and program delivery and provide recommendations.
• Develops scope of work with the client and reviews the overall facilities portfolio for investment planning purposes.
• Identifies, inspects and evaluates alternative sites and buildings, and determines their suitability for the Bank’s requirements and needs.
• Manages Real Estate surveys, prepares cost-benefit analysis to evaluate lease versus buy versus build alternatives.
• Directs and handles interaction with internal and external counsel as well as landlords and property owners.
• Conducts review of terms and conditions of lease proposals and assists in formulating strategy for lease transactions.
• Processes financial transactions, ensuring accuracy, and adhering to company policies and regulations.
• Negotiates the best possible terms and conditions for Barings, while maintaining a good relationship with the other party (Landlord) while ensuring all legal requirements are met including company policies, regulations, and industry standards.
• Ensures the accuracy and completeness of transaction data, including verifying amounts, dates, and other key information.
• Maintains accurate records of transactions and prepares reports as needed.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to interact with colleagues, customers, or other stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure smooth operations.
• Analyzes situations, identifies potential issues, and takes appropriate action to resolve them.
• Project Side: Develops project work program with the client and reviews the overall facilities portfolio for investment planning purposes.
• Resolves scope of required resources and mobilises them from within/outside the Bank.
• 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.
• Responsible for quality control and formulation of project outline and specific project proposals for forwarding to BPS for funding.
• Reviews and advises the IR Manager for Capital Budget reserves and upcoming requests.
• Provides input to governance process and documentation as required, referencing the policies and procedures governing real estate investments, and cost sharing arrangements with other international finance institutions or international organisations.
• 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.
• Responsible for coordinating with business units including IT, Security, Procurement, HSD etc., and with Client(s) within IBRD, and IFC, and IMF, if applicable.
• Develops and monitors the project budget and schedule and takes appropriate corrective action when needed to adhere to the pre-established budget and schedule.
• Assures the final completion and timely occupancy of projects in a cost-effective manner.
• Approves invoices submitted by vendors/contacts and prepares the required documentation for payments.
• Oversees and monitors post-occupancy activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher, with project and leasing experience within the Finance and Professional Services Industry preferred.
• Has relevant experience working across EMEA.
• Detailed knowledge of building design and construction.
• English proficiency in written and oral form is required. Other language proficiencies will be advantageous.
• Has robust negotiation skills, including working experience planning and preparing negotiations, setting clear objectives and tactics to achieve them.
• Demonstrated recent success in construction projects with an understanding of 3rd party responsibilities and management.
• Understands architectural design concepts, construction, mechanical or design engineering, sustainability principles, building systems and equipment as applied to large comprehensive construction and renovation projects.
• Has basic knowledge of institutional interior design and workplace theory and practices.

Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.