Managing Director, Data Centers, Project & Development Services

Cushman & Wakefield • Costa Mesa, CA

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About The Position

This role will join the Data Center Practice Group for Project & Development Services (PDS). This position will partner with PDS Leadership to implement the strategic direction of the Data Center Practice Group. They will act as trusted business advisor for business development and operational plans for the Data Center Group. Also, they will work as a liaison between other C&W Services Lines, 3rd party partners, and our clients to ensure the incorporation and communication of all aspects affecting the successful delivery of services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 15 to 20+ years of Design and Construction experience in the Data Center industry.
• Knowledge and application of a disciplined Project Management process (Six Sigma desirable).
• Demonstrated significant previous industry experience managing Data Center projects varying in size and complexity including strategic planning, entitlements management, development, re-development, building renovations and interior improvements.
• Experience in collaborating and supporting real estate transactions generally associated with Data Center projects.
• Business Development Skills
• Complex Problem Solving, Functional and Business Strategy
• Leadership/ Managerial Courage
• Develops new and unique ways to improve operations and processes that bring value
• Positively influences others to achieve results
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to effectively communicate and build relationships with a broad spectrum of audiences at all organizational levels
• Understands ethical behavior and business practices.
• Works cooperatively and effectively within matrix reporting environment
• Communicates effectively and timely using appropriate and effective communications tools and techniques
• Operates across multiple service lines and/or geography regions
• Financial Understanding and Accountability

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degrees, General Contractors license, Project Management Institute PMP designation and LEED certified are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leads business development activity for Data Practice Group, ensuring alignment with service line strategies through identification and cultivation of internal and external client relationships
• Support RFP responses, presentations, etc. to sell Data Center Services for PDS.
• Collaborate with local market, regional and account resources to develop assignment solutions, pricing models, proposals and fees. Included in this support shall be identifying prospects and forecasting potential revenues with collaboration from the market, regional and account resources.
• Assist in resourcing personnel where specific markets and/or accounts lack the appropriate resources to implement projects.
• Chair monthly practice group meetings/conference calls with internal C&W personnel designated as part of the practice group. Meetings will include discussions on key pursuits, proposals, wins, project status, industry trends, significant industry information, etc.
• Support PDS Leadership on all operational models, risk mitigation, and strategic initiatives to grow and enhance the Data Center Practice Group for PDS
• Support the marketing of the PDS Data Center Practice Group to the external client stakeholders and internal service lines.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of standards for delivery, risk management and implementing quality assurance process to ensure risk is clearly identified and well managed.
• Deepen client/stakeholder insight by gathering information from clients and project teams; assisting in the delivery of initiatives to deliver outstanding client service and improve client/stakeholder advocacy and use it to shape Cushman & Wakefield’s PDS Standard Operating Procedures.

Benefits

• Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
• In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director