Senior Project Manager – Team Lead

Cushman & Wakefield•Costa Mesa, CA

1d•$131,750 - $155,000

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager, Team Lead manages the design, planning, and construction of real estate projects by leading multidisciplinary solutions for clients. The role is directly accountable for managing and coaching a team of five to seven project managers, from APM through SPM, to meet client-defined project requirements and objectives. It includes client relationship management, project financial oversight, coordination of project delivery activities, vendor and consultant management, risk oversight, and active supervision and development of PDS staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 10 years of related experience.
At least two years of management experience.
Advanced project management skills and expertise in the project management business.
Expertise in client relations, client management, and consulting.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Proficient working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, budgeting, scheduling, and processes related to corporate real estate, design, and construction.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and MS Project.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Interface regularly with internal and external clients to deliver project management services, implement project action plans, anticipate and respond to client needs, and act as a trusted advisor.
Manage project finances, including budgets, monthly forecasts, cash flow analysis, anticipated cost reports, and other client-required reports.
Manage due diligence, programming, design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, procurement, design team selection, schedules, contractor and vendor selection, sustainability, and post-construction services.
Manage and coach a team of five to seven project managers in accomplishing client-defined project requirements and objectives.
Negotiate contracts with selected vendors and manage the performance of contracted vendors and consultants.
Identify and address potential project liabilities and risks, including fee, reputation, and errors and omissions, with the GOS PDS Director.
Provide appropriate on-site supervision to ensure performance criteria are met.
Use and apply PDS technology as required for assigned projects.
Manage PDS staff, including policy and procedure adherence, staff development, performance management, and team motivation; communicate and promote adoption of company policies and practices.
Contribute to the strategic direction of the assigned department or practice area.