Senior Project Manager

Cushman & Wakefield

. Oversee project setup, implementation and execution through completion of construction and/or qualification .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $161,500 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive project management expertise, including project setup, execution, and budget management within the construction industry. Proven ability to lead teams, manage client relations, and ensure compliance with government regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementConstruction Industry ExperienceClient RelationsSupervisory ExperienceAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Project SetupBudget ManagementRisk ManagementProject Charter DevelopmentChange Order ReviewContract NegotiationExecution PlanningData AnalysisGovernment Regulations ImplementationConstruction Phase Coordination

Soft Skills

Oral CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeam LeadershipMotivationOrganizational Skills

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementProject ExecutionClient ManagementConsulting SkillsBusiness Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee project setup, implementation and execution through completion of construction and/or qualification
Contribute to project strategy development with Directors and execute within C&W and client business units
Manage overall project costs, schedules, risks and scope execution
Develop project charters and execution plans
Lead and schedule meetings and prepare agendas
Develop and maintain master project budgets and timelines
Prepare and coordinate project reports and drawing reviews through conceptual, schematic, design development and construction phases
Assist with selection, contracting and oversight of consultants and construction teams
Review requisitions, change orders and project invoices
Participate in marketing and presentation of services to clients
Organize people and resources and potentially supervise Project Managers, Space Planners and CAD Operators
Provide documentation and reports to clients and building/facility management teams
Report major problems, findings and results to the Account/Portfolio Manager and senior building/facility manager
Obtain approvals before organizational changes, planned actions, commitments and expenditures exceeding approved budgets
Establish goals and objectives for supervised organizational units when required
Select, hire, delegate authority to, train, develop, motivate and discipline subordinates when required
Implement government laws and regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 7 years directly related experience in an engineering/construction project accountability role
Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a project management capacity
Experience within the construction industry required
History in client relations, client management, contract negotiations and consulting skills
Advanced project management skills with demonstrated understanding of project management business
Ability to support and/or lead business development initiatives as assigned or requested
Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate analyzed data to client and project team
Exemplary oral and written communication skills
Technical proficiency
Ability to implement government laws and regulations and adhere to established rulings of government authorities

Benefits

Comp & perks

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