Project Manager, Operations Management

Job Title Project Manager

Job Description Summary Responsible for managing the design, development, and implementation of Project & Development Services on behalf of the client, using established processes, experience, and expertise.

Job Description Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution:

Develop and implement detailed project work plans; revise as needed to accommodate evolving requirements.

Manage all phases of project development including due diligence, programming, design, entitlements, permitting, bidding, procurement, sustainability, and post-construction services.

Budget & Schedule Management:

Create and oversee project budgets and schedules; monitor timelines and expenditures to ensure alignment with goals.

Perform Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) budget estimates and manage cost code allocations and budget transfers within accounting systems.

Team Coordination & Resource Allocation:

Identify required resources and assign responsibilities across internal teams and external partners.

Coordinate project team meetings; prepare and distribute meeting minutes to document decisions and action items.

Documentation & Reporting:

Ensure project definition documents are prepared and maintained.

Provide weekly status updates and schedule tracking in designated project databases.

Prepare and communicate project reports to internal and external stakeholders.

Procurement & Contract Administration:

Draft scopes of work (SOWs) for RFPs and contracts for general contractors, design consultants, and vendors.

Manage the RFP process, including bid issuance, bid leveling, interviews, and award recommendations.

Issue contracts and purchase orders; enter Schedule of Values (SOVs) and route for approval.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management:

Supervise vendors and consultants to ensure timely and satisfactory project completion.

Facilitate dispute resolution and proactively identify and resolve project issues.

Advise senior management on risks and obtain approvals for changes to scope, design, schedule, or cost.

Client & Communication Management:

Maintain regular communication with internal and external clients to ensure high-quality service delivery.

Coordinate user meetings and consultations to align project outcomes with client expectations.

Technology & Systems Proficiency:

Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including budget creation, formula development, and auditing.

Utilize project management and accounting systems effectively to support project tracking and reporting.

Demonstrate proficiency in Smartsheet REQUIREMENTS:

A minimum of two (2) years of commercial real estate experienceB.S Degree in related fields of Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering preferred Minimum of five (5) years directly related experience construction related project accountability role or a minimum of five (5) years equivalent combination of experience in an advisory and/or project management capacity required.

Hands-on experience with tenant improvement construction projects; ability to read and understand construction specifications (and construction drawings preferred)
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple projects, maintain excellent client relations, client management, and consultation skills required

Proven leadership ability, administrative ability, technical background, and project responsibility experience preferred

Willing/able to travel

Highly organized and skilled with time management;
Superior oral and written communication skills required.

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…