Job Title
Senior Project Manager
Job Description Summary
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for overseeing project setup, implementation and execution through completion of construction and/or qualification. Will assist PDS Market Lead and Senior Leadership in the establishment and refinement of best practices of standards and excellence, while informing the Manager and/or Market Lead of all project, internal and client issues affecting the perception and reputation of Cushman & Wakefield. Must have exceptional organizational, analytical and problem-solving. Must have the ability to lead a team and/or mentor less experienced team members.
Job Description
Essential Job Duties:
Contributes to the project strategy development with Directors and executes within business unit of C&W and client.
Manages overall project cost, schedule, risk, and scope execution and develops project charter and execution plan
Drives overall scope and contractors to project schedule and cost objectives
Organizes people and resources along with operating within office or department.
Implements plans while providing construction cost and benefit analysis as required.
Oversee project implementation and execution through completion of construction. Works with owner team on operational readiness plans
Prepare various RFQ’s and/or RFP’s needed for vendor and contractor services for the complete project.
Review subcontract proposals and related pricing and scoping
Negotiate contracts and performance management with selected contracted vendors, consultants, etc.
Review, comment, validate and audit cost estimates prepared by contractors.
Develop and own the Master Project Schedule; actively track each aspect of the project performance against schedules and critical path.
Guide the client and team through the design implementation, procurement, and construction process along.
Lead project client facing meetings
Management of due diligence, programming, design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, procurement, design team selection, budget, schedule creation/management, contractor selection, vendor selection, sustainability and post construction services.
May oversee capital improvement programs with design and construction processes at multiple sites through local/account-based resources.
Extensive interface with client staff and internal customers.
Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all PDS technology as required for assigned projects.
Inform Manager and/or Market Lead of all project, internal and client issues affecting the perception and reputation of Cushman & Wakefield.
Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk (fee, our reputation, errors and omissions, etc.) to Manager and/or Market Lead.
Assist PDS senior leadership and Market Lead in the establishment and refinement of best practices of standards and excellence.
Education/Experience/Training:
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field.
10 or more years of related experience.
Advanced project management skills with demonstrated understanding of project management business. Ability to support and/or lead business development initiatives as assigned or requested. History in client relations, client management, contract negotiations, and consulting skills. Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate analyzed data to client and project team to achieve project goals. Strong working knowledge of architectural/engineering drawings and construction concepts. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Experience within the construction industry required, candidates with additional life sciences or high-tech manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
Must possess exemplary communication skills – both oral and written
Competencies:
Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Functional Strategy, May Lead Project Teams, May Manage Staff.
“Note: This position requires compliance with our COVID related protocols, which may also include client-specific requirements. This might include, but not limited to, either providing documentation of full vaccination as per CDC guidelines or agreeing to regular COVID testing.”
Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
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