Job Title

Project Manager

Job Description Summary

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

Job Description

Preconstruction Project Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

• Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements
• Successfully initiate, plan, execute and close all project deliverables as committed
• Ensure project definition documents are prepared and maintained
• Publish project plans and schedules as needed
• Ensure the schedules of the various constituencies involved are coordinated, and the multiple sub-project plans are consolidated into one master project schedule for project tracking
• Track project timelines and costs
• Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities
• Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope
• Identify and resolve issues
• Develop and manage project budget and schedule
• Create and evaluate project reports and provide project status to internal and external clients
• Supervise vendors to ensure satisfactory project completion
• Prepare, publish, and communicate project status, including input into the designated tracking systems
• Advise corporate management on all perceived risks to the successful completion of the project, and obtain decisions and approval from management on changes to project scope, design, schedule and cost
• Coordinate project team meetings
• Coordinate and track dependencies for the successful completion of the project
• Facilitate dispute resolution
• Ensure that appropriate communication occurs regarding all user meetings and consultations with the customer
• Communicate regularly with internal and external customers as appropriate in order to ensure the delivery of high quality service and system support

KEY COMPETENCIES

• 1. Client Focus
• 2. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
• 3. Relationship Management
• 4. Leadership
• 5. Multi-Tasking
• 6. Technical Proficiency
• 7. Consultation
• 8. Organization Skills
• 9. Time Management

IMPORTANT EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, , or related discipline

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of project management experience in the commercial construction industry as an Owner's Representative or General Contractor
• Proven experience managing ground-up, retail, or other capital improvement construction projects
• Or any similar combination of education and experience
• Certified in PMP, PE, AIA, LEED, or CMAA preferred
• Ability to prepare and track overall project budgets and schedules
• Experience leading and managing numerous facets of multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient with architectural drawings and furniture and space planning concepts
• Strong working knowledge of Project Management software (MS Project, NIKU)
• Ability to conduct periodic project meetings either onsite or via conference calls with clients, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders
• Demonstrated customer/vendor relationship building experience
• Excellent oral or written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to travel

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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