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Gordian · 1 day ago

Project Manager, Planning Services

Gordian is the world’s leading provider of facility and construction cost data, software and services for all phases of the building lifecycle. The Senior Project Manager plays a critical role in helping clients make data-driven decisions about their operational effectiveness and capital investments, managing complex projects and cultivating client relationships.

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Responsibilities

Serve as the 'face' of the company, delivering value, growing relationships, and building the client pool
Lead multiple, concurrent planning services projects on a national and international level
Proactively sets the pace for a project, anticipating time requirements inclusive of potential obstacles and outside influences
Effectively and accurately plans and communicates project workflow and timing of key milestones from our account/project management software
Ensures all areas of service and deliverables, as detailed in scope of work and contract terms, are being met
Ensures data integrity for all assigned accounts
Creates and maintains project files that may include proposals, statements of work, change requests, client collected data, project coordination documents, and deliverables
Provides coordination and planning of travel for projects (including assisting staff with travel agents as needed)
Overall responsibility for delivery of successful projects and services to clients
Produce and deliver high quality and error free reports and presentations to the client
Escalates any operational obstacles or identified risks (services and product) that may impede delivery to the aligned Regional Leader for awareness and support
Provide expert support to Analysts and Facility Assessment Staff
Responsible for project team performance including client retention, revenue performance, and daily project execution
Supports project backlog allocation sharing if another Regional Leader indicates capacity is exceeded or has availability
Supports growth and development of team members by acting as a leader and providing coaching on project management best practices and customer success
Understand and apply internal Fortive Business System tools to drive continuous improvement within their project teams, the department, and the company
Clearly and concisely conveys information and direction for project teams in alignment with the Regional Leader and departmental objectives
Leverages feedback and implements strategies to improve project team effectiveness
Works cooperatively with other Project Team Leaders, Project Managers, Sales Account Executives, Operations Managers, Analysts, Consultants and others
Invites and fosters an environment which values diverse perspectives
Takes ownership of one's own development by articulating focus areas and requesting support to help achieve desired outcomes with the Regional Leader
Support sales and marketing as subject matter expert for Planning Service’s solutions
Leads and drives renewals in collaboration with Renewals Team at contract expiration
Identifies and supports cross-sell and upsell opportunities of all Gordian solutions and collaborates with regional sales account executives to develop further
Develops and sustains long-term relationship management strategies for clients in collaboration with Regional Leader or Regional Sales rep as needed; collaborates with Project Managers in support of client relationship management; partners with Resource Leaders to achieve project execution and overcome barriers to customer delivery
Delivers thought leadership to the industry
Participates in the improvement of our products, in response to industry needs and customer feedback
Develops strategies to close gaps between forecast and actuals by way of shifting work and resources when possible

Qualification

Public SpeakingAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementMicrosoft Office SuiteClient Relationship ManagementCoachingOrganizational SkillsDecision MakingCollaboration

Required

Minimum of 4-year bachelor's degree from a fully accredited institution, or equivalent
5+ years of project management experience in an architectural, engineering, facilities management, operations management, construction management, or other closely aligned role related to buildings and infrastructure
Strong public speaking skills including experience in developing presentation materials
Strong organizational and prioritization skills/ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Sound decision making in a fast-paced environment; a consultative approach to managing complex client relationships, escalation problem solving, internal and external risk management
Analytical skills – the ability to support the Planning Services department through KPI data tracking
Experience identifying client or staffing issues and the ability to create effective solutions as well as the knowledge of when to escalate
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to maintain composure, exercise good judgment, and act in a professional manner when challenged; ability to build and sustain positive and collaborative working relationships
Physical ability to walk through campus environments, conduct visual inspections, and occasionally climb ladders

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and LTD insurance
HSA
401(k) retirement plan
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Company

Gordian

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Gordian is a provider of facility and construction cost data, software, and expertise services.

H1B Sponsorship

Gordian has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (2)
2024 (3)
2023 (8)
2022 (3)
2021 (3)
2020 (6)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2018-07-02Acquired

Leadership Team

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Jonathan Miller
Vice President Human Resources
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