Sr. Project Manager

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San Jose, CA, USA
In-Office
136K-160K Annually
Senior level
Real Estate
The Role
Lead construction and qualification projects from setup through completion, managing cost, schedule, scope, risks, vendors, and client communications. Prepare budgets, reports, drawings reviews, contracts, and approvals; supervise project staff and support business development and client relations.
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Job Title

Sr. Project Manager

Job Description Summary

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for overseeing project setup, implementation and execution through completion of construction and/or qualification. Will assist Programs & Projects (P&P) Market Leader and Senior Leadership in the establishment and refinement of best practices of standards and excellence, while informing the Manager and/or Market Lead of all projects, internal and client issues affecting the perception and reputation of Cushman & Wakefield. Will provide project management experience to designated projects and assignments for a particular client account, property portfolio, or large facility/complex through interaction with the client, property or facility management team, and project management staff

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:  

  • Contributes to the project strategy development with Directors and executes within business unit of C&W and client.  

  • Manages overall project costs, schedule, risks and scope execution and develops project charter and execution plan. 

  • Lead and schedule meetings, prepare agendas, develop and maintain master project budgets and timelines as required for each project and project phase to ensure overall project objectives and client needs are met 

  • Prepare and coordinate project reports and drawing reviews for clients, Account/Portfolio Manager, and property/facility management team at all project phases including conceptual, schematic, design development and construction phases 

  • Assist in the selection and contracting process and oversight of consultants and construction teams as necessary for each project. If appropriate/applicable, integrate the impact of other Project Management and C&W components, including brokerage (work letter development), building operations, M.E.P., etc. as they relate to each project and project phase 

  • Review requisitions, change orders and other invoices associated with the project; advise and counsel the Account/Portfolio Manager and building/facility management team 

  • Directly participate in the marketing and presentation of services to clients 

  • Organizes people and resources along with operating within office or department May supervise and manage the performance, development, work quality, reporting, and activities of Project Managers, Space Planners, and CAD Operators 

  • Provide all necessary documentation and reports to the client and building/facility management team 

  • Cooperate with other building/facility personnel to achieve corporate goals and objectives as to quality, service, cost and profit 

  • Report to the Account/Portfolio Manager and senior building/facility manager regarding major problems and findings and results achieved along with specific, complete, and comprehensive recommendations 

  • Provide the appropriate documentation and obtain the approvals necessary in advance of making organizational changes, actions planned, implying commitments, and expenditures in excess of approved budget 

  • May be required to establish goals and objectives with timetables for the organizational unit and sub-units supervised 

  • May be required to select and hire subordinates; delegate to each necessary authority and responsibility for performance of assigned functions 

  • May be required to train, develop, motivate and discipline subordinates as necessary to meet established goals; review and appraise their work performance 

  • Implement government laws and regulations and adheres to established rulings of government authorities 

 

Key Competencies: 

  • Client Focus 

  • Must possess exemplary communication skills – both oral and written 

  • Leadership – may lead project teams and manage staff 

  • Complex Analysis and Problem Solving 

  • Functional Strategy 

  • Technical Proficiency 

  • Consultation 

 

Important Experience: 

  • Minimum of 7 years directly related experience in an engineering/construction project accountability role 

  • A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a project management capacity especially experience in leading, motivating, and developing employees; upwards of 10 years or more or related experience a bonus 

  • Experience within the construction industry required 

  • History in client relations, client management, contract negotiations and consulting skills 

 

Additional Qualifications: 

  • 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 the ability to communicate analyzed data to client and project team to achieve project goals 

  • Strong working knowledge of architectural/engineering drawings and construction concepts. 

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office. 

 

Education: 

  • B.S. Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration or related area required 

 

AAP/EEO Statement: 

C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. 

 




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 disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.


The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.


The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.


The compensation for the position is: $ 136,000.00 - $160,000.00

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [email protected]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”

Skills Required

  • Minimum 7 years directly related experience in an engineering/construction project role
  • Minimum 3 years supervisory experience in a project management capacity
  • Experience within the construction industry
  • History in client relations, client management, and contract negotiations
  • B.S. Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration or related area
  • Strong working knowledge of architectural/engineering drawings and construction concepts
  • Advanced project management skills with demonstrated understanding of project management business
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Exemplary oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to support and/or lead business development initiatives
  • Upwards of 10 years or more related experience (bonus)

Cushman & Wakefield Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cushman & Wakefield and has not been reviewed or approved by Cushman & Wakefield.

  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match is consistently referenced as part of the package. Feedback suggests this provides a solid baseline for long‑term savings across many U.S. roles.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off and company holidays are regularly highlighted and described as a meaningful part of the offering. Feedback suggests time‑off benefits add tangible value alongside base pay.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers, plus backup care and wellbeing resources, are described as available. These offerings indicate a supportive approach to family needs in many roles.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
53,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1917

What We Do

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global real estate services firm that delivers exceptional value for real estate occupiers and owners. Cushman & Wakefield is among the largest real estate services firms with approximately 53,000 employees in 400 offices and 60 countries. In 2019, the firm had revenue of $8.8 billion across core services of property, facilities and project management, leasing, capital markets, valuation and other services.

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