Assistant Project Manager, Project & Development Services

Cushman & Wakefield•New York, NY

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About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager assists the Project Manager in overseeing and delivering Project & Development Services that meet client requirements and goals. The role develops project management skills and an understanding of the project management business. The Assistant Project Manager may have full ownership and responsibility for smaller, less complex projects. Cushman & Wakefield offers eligible employees a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending and health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance; and paid and unpaid time away from work. The company also provides eligible employees with competitive pay. Compensation for this position is $35.70–$42.00, subject to factors including location, experience, qualifications, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination against protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Applicants may request an accommodation through the company’s ADA line or accommodations email address.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
1–3 years of experience in a related role.
Ability to develop excellent client relations, client management, and consultation skills.
Strong organization, research, and analytical skills.
Strong prioritization and problem-solving skills.
Basic understanding of accounting principles.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prepare, track, and manage project scopes, costs, and schedules.
Familiarity with architectural and engineering drawings, space-planning concepts, furniture systems and ancillary products, and technical systems.
Competency with Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

Assist with managing all project phases, including planning, design, construction, FF&E, technology, move management, and occupancy.
Compile project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
Read and understand documents defining the project, including agreements, leases, work letters, project charters, surveys, budgets, schedules, drawings, and meeting minutes.
Establish and maintain client focus through performance goals, deliverables, reports, and value-added services.
Prepare meeting minutes and project status reports; process purchase orders; update tracking reports; and maintain due diligence and financial files.
Procure and manage local architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and specialty vendors.
Ensure project participants understand project goals, assumptions, constraints, and deliverables.
Provide superior service to internal and external clients.
Take full ownership and responsibility for smaller, less complex projects when applicable.