Manager of Real Estate Capital Projects

About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.

About the Role

The Manager of Real Estate – Capital Projects (EMEA) is an integral part of Latham’s Global Real Estate team. This role will be responsible for supporting the execution and delivery of capital projects across the firm’s global portfolio, with a primary focus on Europe, Middle East and Asia (EMEA), while executing office fit-outs, renovations, and workplace initiatives.This role will be located in either our London or Manchester office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Other key responsibilities include:

• Independently managing smaller projects from planning through delivery, and supporting senior team leadership on larger and more complex projects
• Managing project budgets, schedules, and financial tracking, including monitoring variances and supporting reporting
• Coordinating project documentation, including contracts, procurement materials, schedules, approvals, and reporting deliverables
• Supporting procurement processes, including preparation of RFPs, bid evaluations, and vendor coordination
• Assisting in managing third-party consultants, including project managers, architects, engineers, and contractors

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Possess working knowledge of design and construction processes and project delivery methodologies
• Display strong attention to detail and ability to review and assess quality of work on site
• Demonstrate a proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and identify issues early

And have:

• Experience in corporate real estate, project management, or construction
• Experience delivering or supporting office fit-out and capital projects, preferably
• Experience in a professional services or corporate environment, preferably
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance
• A pension plan
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts
• And more!

Additionally, we have a range of programming including Global Affinity Groups, which are open to all. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.

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