Program Manager

Cushman & Wakefield

. Own delivery health and oversight for a portfolio of strategic programs .

Posted 10/18/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $131,750 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project, program, and portfolio management with a focus on strategic delivery and governance. Proven ability to influence senior leadership and manage complex, cross-functional initiatives effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementProgram ManagementPortfolio ManagementPMP CertificationAgile/Scrum Methodology

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Hard Skills

Governance FrameworksRisk ManagementResource PlanningDelivery StrategiesMitigation PlanningExecutive CommunicationCross-Functional CollaborationBest Practices DevelopmentReporting StandardsTemplates Creation

Soft Skills

Executive PresenceInfluencing SkillsProblem-SolvingStrategic GuidanceConflict Resolution

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPPgMPProsci

Industry Keywords

Commercial Real EstateProfessional ServicesService-Based DeliveryEnterprise-Wide InitiativesPMO Functions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own delivery health and oversight for a portfolio of strategic programs
Translate executive priorities into executable roadmaps, delivery strategies, governance models, and resource plans
Establish, maintain, and improve project and program management methodologies, governance frameworks, operating rhythms, templates, reporting standards, and best practices across the PMO
Provide strategic guidance and support to project managers
Monitor and manage portfolio-level risks, dependencies, resource constraints, and cross-functional impacts
Develop mitigation plans and escalate issues requiring executive attention
Advise executive sponsors and senior leadership on options, trade-offs, risks, recommendations, and investment decisions
Lead resolution of complex cross-functional risks, issues, conflicts, and escalations
Establish governance and delivery frameworks for urgent executive initiatives
Champion enterprise-wide initiatives requiring a programmatic solution
Represent the PMO in executive forums and planning discussions
Provide recommendations on portfolio prioritization, resource investments, organizational readiness, and execution strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree is required
5+ years of progressive project, program, portfolio management, or management consulting experience leading complex, enterprise-wide, cross-functional initiatives
Knowledge of commercial real estate, professional services, or service-based delivery organizations preferred
PMP, PgMP, Prosci, Agile/Scrum, or comparable certifications strongly preferred
Proven experience leading PMO functions or enterprise program management
Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior leaders, executive sponsors, and cross-functional stakeholders in complex environments
Demonstrated ability to quickly assess situations, establish structure, and provide solutions to drive execution

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid time away from work
Unpaid time away from work
Competitive pay