Senior Project Manager – Logistics & Industrial Real Estate

Cushman & Wakefield

. Overall management of complex national and international construction and refurbishment projects, with a focus on logistics and industrial real estate .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeMunich • GermanySeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex national and international construction projects, with a strong focus on logistics and industrial real estate. Proficient in project planning, stakeholder coordination, and financial monitoring, while ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

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Project ManagementLogistics and Industrial Real EstateKnowledge of HOAI and VOBBusiness-Fluent GermanStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Construction Project ManagementFit-Out Project ManagementBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementContract ManagementChange-Order ManagementTechnical Due DiligenceReport PreparationCompliance MonitoringCost Control

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsClient FocusSolution-Oriented Working StyleEntrepreneurial MindsetLeadership

Industry Keywords

Construction StandardsMixed-Use PropertiesOffice Real EstateProject CoordinationStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Overall management of complex national and international construction and refurbishment projects, with a focus on logistics and industrial real estate
Support for projects in additional asset classes, including office and mixed-use properties
Management and delivery of construction and fit-out projects across all project phases, ensuring compliance with quality, cost, schedule, and scope requirements
Preparation, maintenance, and management of project plans, budgets, schedules, and project and status reports
Coordination and leadership of internal and external project stakeholders
Management of the planning, permitting, tendering, and construction phases, including contract management and project coordination
Monitoring of project finances, including invoice review, change-order management, and cost control
Preparation of structured reports for clients and internal stakeholders
Representing the client/owner in project meetings, steering committees, site meetings, and project handovers
Supporting technical due diligence reviews as part of acquisition and disposal processes
Supporting business development through client presentations, acquisition of new mandates, and identification of cross-selling opportunities
Collaborating with other specialist teams to develop integrated client solutions
Supporting onboarding and providing professional guidance and development to junior colleagues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Successfully completed degree in architecture, civil engineering, real estate management, or a comparable technical discipline
Several years of professional experience in the project management of construction, conversion, or fit-out projects
In-depth knowledge of logistics and industrial real estate
Experience in office or mixed-use real estate is an advantage
Excellent knowledge of HOAI, VOB, and relevant project management and construction standards
Proven experience managing complex projects and demanding stakeholder environments
Excellent communication skills, a confident presence, and a strong client focus
Independent, structured, and solution-oriented working style with a high degree of personal responsibility
Entrepreneurial mindset and an interest in client development and business growth
Business-fluent German, both written and spoken, is essential
Very good written and spoken English skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive, performance-based compensation
Flexible working hours
30 days of vacation plus additional special leave days
Training and development opportunities
Company pension scheme
Deutschlandticket
Early assumption of responsibility
Flat hierarchies
International and modern working environment
Inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace culture