Senior Project Manager, Data Centers, Project & Development Services
About The Position
The Senior Project Manager oversees project implementation and execution through completion of construction. The role also supports the PDS Market Lead and senior leadership in establishing and refining best practices, standards, and excellence. The position manages the financial, scheduling, design, procurement, construction, and post-construction aspects of projects. It works closely with clients, internal staff, design teams, property managers, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders, and may oversee capital improvement programs across multiple sites. The role also supports business development initiatives as assigned.
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.
- Experience 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 and engineering drawings and construction concepts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Responsibilities
- Manage project finances, including budgets, monthly forecasts, cash flow analyses, anticipated cost reports, and other client-required reporting.
- Develop detailed project budgets using historical and market data and clearly defined assumptions.
- Develop and maintain the Master Project Schedule and track project performance against schedules and the critical path.
- Prepare requests for quotation and/or proposals for vendor and contractor services.
- Guide clients and project teams through design implementation and short- to medium-term planning.
- Facilitate project kick-off meetings with internal staff, design teams, clients, and key stakeholders to communicate responsibilities.
- Manage due diligence, programming, design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, procurement, design team selection, budgets, schedules, contractor and vendor selection, sustainability, and post-construction services.
- Oversee capital improvement programs and design and construction processes at multiple sites using local or account-based resources.
- Negotiate contracts and manage the performance of selected vendors, consultants, and other contracted parties.
- Maintain extensive communication with client staff, property managers, and vendors.
- Use and apply PDS technology as required for assigned projects.
- Inform the Manager and/or Market Lead of project, internal, and client issues that could affect Cushman & Wakefield’s perception or reputation.
- Identify and raise concerns regarding potential liabilities and risks, including fees, reputation, and errors and omissions.
- Support and/or lead business development initiatives as assigned or requested.
Benefits
- Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance.
- Eligible employees may enroll in vision insurance.
- Eligible employees may enroll in dental insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Health savings accounts.
- Retirement savings plans.
- Life insurance programs.
- Disability insurance programs.
- Paid and unpaid time away from work.
- Competitive pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
