Senior Project Manager, Data Centers, Project & Development Services

Cushman & Wakefield • Chatham, NJ

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About The Position

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for overseeing project implementation and execution through completion of construction. The role assists the PDS Market Lead and Senior Leadership in establishing and refining best practices, standards, and excellence. It manages project financials, schedules, procurement, design and construction activities, client relationships, vendors, and risk across assigned projects, including data center projects.

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 a demonstrated understanding of the project management business.
• Experience in client relations, client management, contract negotiations, and consulting.
• Strong analytical skills and the 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

• Establish and manage project budgets, maintain monthly forecasts and cash flow analyses, and prepare anticipated cost reports and other client-required reports.
• Develop detailed project budgets using historical and market data and clearly defined budget assumptions.
• Develop and maintain the Master Project Schedule, tracking project performance against schedules and the critical path.
• Prepare RFQs and/or RFPs for vendor and contractor services needed for the project.
• Guide the client and team through design implementation and short- to medium-term planning.
• Facilitate project kick-off meetings with internal staff, the design team, the client, and key stakeholders to communicate responsibilities.
• Manage due diligence, programming, design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, procurement, design-team selection, budgeting, scheduling, contractor and vendor selection, sustainability, and post-construction services.
• Oversee capital improvement programs involving design and construction processes at multiple sites through local and account-based resources.
• Negotiate contracts and manage the performance of selected vendors, consultants, and other contracted parties.
• Interface extensively with client staff, property managers, and vendors.
• Use and apply PDS technology as required for assigned projects.
• Inform the Manager and/or Market Lead about project, internal, and client issues that may affect Cushman & Wakefield’s perception and reputation.
• Identify and raise concerns about potential liabilities and risks, including fees, reputation, errors, and omissions, to the Manager and/or Market Lead.
• Support and/or lead business development initiatives as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health, vision, and dental insurance programs.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• Paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

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