Cushman & Wakefield · 2 days ago
Senior Project Manager, Life Sciences, Project & Development Services
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$144K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expCushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Senior Project Manager for their Life Sciences division. The Senior Project Manager will oversee project setup, implementation, and execution of Life Science projects, ensuring adherence to project costs, schedules, and quality standards while leading a team and mentoring junior members.
CommercialCommercial Real EstateConsultingLeasingLegalProperty Management
Responsibilities
Contributes to the project strategy development with Directors and executes within business unit of C&W and client
Manages overall project cost, schedule, risk, and scope execution and develops project charter and execution plan
Drives the development and support of the validation master plans
Works with Operation Readiness teams to ensure smooth project transition plans
Drives overall scope and contractors to project schedule and cost objectives
Organizes people and resources along with operating within office or department
Implements plans while providing construction cost and benefit analysis as required
Oversee project implementation and execution through completion of construction. Works with owner team on operational readiness plans
Prepare various RFQ's and/or RFP's needed for vendor and contractor services for the complete project
Review subcontract proposals and related pricing and scoping
Negotiate contracts and performance management with selected contracted vendors, consultants, etc
Review, comment, validate and audit cost estimates prepared by contractors
Develop and own the Master Project Schedule; actively track each aspect of the project performance against schedules and critical path
Guide the client and team through the design implementation, procurement, and construction process along
Management of due diligence, programming, design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, procurement, design team selection, budget, schedule creation/management, contractor selection, vendor selection, sustainability and post construction services
May oversee capital improvement programs with design and construction processes at multiple sites through local/account-based resources
Extensive interface with client staff and internal customers
Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all PDS technology as required for assigned projects
Inform Manager and/or Market Lead of all project, internal and client issues affecting the perception and reputation of Cushman & Wakefield
Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk (fee, our reputation, errors and omissions, etc.) to Manager and/or Market Lead
Assist PDS senior leadership and Market Lead in the establishment and refinement of best practices of standards and excellence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field
10 or more years of related experience
Must have Life Sciences Experience
Advanced project management skills with demonstrated understanding of project management business
Ability to support and/or lead business development initiatives as assigned or requested
History in client relations, client management, contract negotiations, and consulting skills
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
Experience within the construction industry required
Must possess exemplary communication skills - both oral and written
Preferred
Candidates with additional life sciences or high-tech manufacturing experience strongly preferred
Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life, and disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Company
Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield is a real estate services firm that offers retail investment, energy management, and property services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$734.8MKey Investors
GreystoneCitizens BankVanke
2023-10-10Post Ipo Debt· $223.8M
2023-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2022-10-13Post Ipo Debt· $27.3M
Leadership Team
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CEO Asia Pacific & EMEA
Michelle M. MacKay
CEO
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