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Job Title
Senior Project Manager, Project & Development Services
Job Description Summary
We are seeking an exceptional leader to head our dynamic and innovative expansion into Mission Critical Facilities and Data Centers, under our Life & Technology Sciences Platform. This pivotal role involves managing complex leading all business development activities for commercial real estate projects, delivering tailored solutions that exceed client expectations. The ideal candidate will serve as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring all aspects of the project engagements are handled with the highest level of professionalism and efficiency.
The role demands a unique blend of expertise across diverse fields, along with exceptional project management and interpersonal skills. The leader will act as a crucial liaison, coordinating between the company's various departments, third-party partners, and clients, to ensure a seamless integration of services. This position is not just about business development or managing projects but also about fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation, working closely with the Project & Development Services leadership team to champion cross-business initiatives that benefit our clients, colleagues, and broader community interests.
Our ideal candidate will embody professionalism and integrity, bringing forward-thinking strategies to the table. They will play a key role in upholding the values and standards of Cushman & Wakefield, driving the company towards achieving win-win solutions in all engagements.
This role is an extraordinary opportunity for a visionary leader to influence and shape the future of our diverse and rapidly evolving sectors. If you are passionate about leading cutting-edge projects and making a significant impact in the industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting position.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Business Development: Be accountable and responsible for spearheading our BD efforts in engaging in new sectors and working with local markets to establish wins and employee engagement/recruitment.
Leadership in Diverse Fields: Spearhead initiatives across Artificial Intelligence, IoT, Mission Critical, and other advanced technologies solutions.
Project Management: Lead multi-disciplined Advanced Technologies Commercial Real Estate projects, offering tailored solutions to clients.
Client Representation: Act as the primary representative for clients on all aspects of assigned engagements, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
Liaison Role: Bridge communication and workflow between the company's departments, third-party partners, and clients for seamless service integration.
Project Delivery: Oversee and be accountable for the successful completion and delivery of projects, meeting client expectations and requirements.
Cross-Business Collaboration: Work in tandem with the Project & Development Services leadership team to foster cross-business collaboration, focusing on the best interests of clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
Professionalism and Integrity: Uphold high standards of professionalism and integrity, aiming for win-win solutions while considering the interests of Cushman & Wakefield, stakeholders, and the broader community.
METRICS

• Ability to lead the sourcing, pitching, and securing of new business and projects.
• Extensive experience in leading projects within, Mission Critical, , and Advanced Technologies Sectors.
• Proven track record in managing complex commercial Real Estate projects.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to act as a liaison across various departments and external partners.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, ethical standards, and innovative problem-solving
• Demonstrates subject matter expertise in the development and completion aforementioned project types.
• Acts as the trusted business advisor and strategic partner by the clients both internally and externally.

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in a Science or Mechanical and/or Electrical engineering disciplines. Advanced degrees are desirable.
• 5 to 10+ years of Design and Construction industry experience in the aforementioned fields.
• 7+ years of Commercial Real Estate Project Management experience with related experience in product development, launch, business process optimization, regulatory submission and/or regulatory compliance, and/or quality assurance.
• Proven track record with delivering complex commercial Real Estate and Design/Construction projects. Projects include Ground Up and Build-To-Suit projects, re-positioning projects, renovations and repurposing projects, and other complex development projects. Experience with providing advanced projects controls solutions, including P3/Primavera and Cost and Budget Estimating solutions.
• Expertise with municipalities, economic development authorities, utility companies, and familiarity with zoning and entitlements processes, and dealings with complex land use issues.
• PMP and LEED Certificates preferred.
• Knowledge and application of a disciplined Project Management process (Six Sigma desirable).
• Demonstrated experience managing projects varying in size including strategic planning, demolition, new Construction and interior fit out, and/or Project controls solutions.

COMPETENCIES

• Extraordinary acumen for Business Development and Revenue Generation
• Complex Problem Solving, Functional and Business Strategy
• Develops new and unique ways to improve operations and processes that bring value
• Positively influences others to achieve results
• Leadership/ Managerial Courage
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to effectively communicate and build relationships with a broad spectrum of audiences at all organizational levels
• Understands ethical behaviour 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 regions
• Financial Accountability

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.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 153,000.00 - $180,000.00
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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