Senior Development Project Manager, Mission Critical, Project & Development Services

Cushman & Wakefield•Columbia, WA

16h

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager oversees project setup, implementation, and execution through completion of construction and/or qualification. The role contributes to project strategy with Directors and executes that strategy within Cushman & Wakefield’s business unit and the client’s organization. It manages overall project cost, schedule, risk, and scope, and develops the project charter and execution plan. The Senior Project Manager also supports the PDS Market Lead and senior leadership in establishing and refining best practices and standards of excellence, while informing the Manager and/or Market Lead about project, internal, and client issues that may affect the perception and reputation of Cushman & Wakefield. The position requires exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, as well as the ability to lead teams and mentor less experienced team members. The Senior Project Manager guides clients and teams through design implementation, procurement, and construction; leads client-facing meetings; and works with the owner team on operational readiness plans. The position may lead project teams and may manage staff. The compensation range is $148,750 to $175,000. Eligible employees may enroll in a variety of benefit programs. Compensation may vary based on factors including work location, experience, qualifications, job type, business line, and collective bargaining agreement applicability.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
10 or more years of related experience.
Advanced project management skills and demonstrated understanding of project management business.
History in client relations, client management, contract negotiations, and consulting.
Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate analyzed data to clients and project teams to achieve project goals.
Strong working knowledge of architectural/engineering drawings and construction concepts.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Construction industry experience.
Exemplary oral and written communication skills.
Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to lead a team and/or mentor less experienced team members.

Nice To Haves

Life sciences or high-tech manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Contribute to project strategy development with Directors and execute the strategy within the Cushman & Wakefield business unit and with the client.
Manage overall project cost, schedule, risk, and scope execution; develop the project charter and execution plan.
Drive project scope and contractors toward schedule and cost objectives.
Organize people and resources and operate within the office or department.
Implement plans and provide construction cost and benefit analysis as required.
Oversee project implementation and execution through completion of construction.
Work with the owner team on operational readiness plans.
Prepare RFQs and/or RFPs for vendor and contractor services for the complete project.
Review subcontract proposals, pricing, and scopes.
Negotiate contracts and manage the performance of selected vendors, consultants, and other contractors.
Review, comment on, validate, and audit cost estimates prepared by contractors.
Develop and own the Master Project Schedule; track project performance against schedules and the critical path.
Guide the client and team through design implementation, procurement, and construction.
Lead client-facing project meetings.
Support or lead business development initiatives as assigned or requested.
Inform the Manager and/or Market Lead of project, internal, and client issues affecting the perception and reputation of Cushman & Wakefield.
Assist the PDS Market Lead and senior leadership in establishing and refining best practices and standards of excellence.
Lead teams and mentor less experienced team members.